Recruitment Consultant - Technology

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based pay

Fully remote

Private health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development budget

Online community

Specialized tech desk ownership

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a specialist Recruitment Consultant focused on technology to work remotely in South Africa. You will source, screen, and place top tech talent across software development, data science, cybersecurity, and cloud roles.

You will leverage your industry knowledge and extensive network to identify, engage, and secure candidates. This is ideal for a recruiter passionate about technology and remote-first work.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in technology recruitment.
• Strength in recruiting for software engineers, data analysts, DevOps, IT PMs.
• Proficient with sourcing tools, LinkedIn Recruiter and ATS.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for tech roles.
• Build and maintain a robust technology talent pipeline.
• Develop relationships with tech clients to understand hiring needs.
• Utilize sourcing platforms to identify niche tech talent.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment from contact to offer.
• Stay updated on tech trends to better support clients.

Skills

Tech recruitment

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS usage

Candidate management

Negotiation

Remote autonomy

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is looking for a specialist Recruitment Consultant focused on the technology sector to work remotely. This role is crucial for connecting innovative tech companies with exceptional talent in areas such as software development, data science, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. You will leverage your industry knowledge and extensive network to identify, engage, and secure top-tier tech professionals. This is an ideal opportunity for a recruiter passionate about technology, seeking a flexible, remote-first environment where they can build a niche desk and contribute significantly to the firm's specialization.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for technology roles, assessing technical skills and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified technology professionals.
• Develop and nurture relationships with clients in the tech industry, understanding their specific hiring needs and company culture.
• Utilize specialized technology sourcing tools and platforms to identify niche talent.
• Manage the entire recruitment process from initial contact to offer acceptance and onboarding.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies within the tech landscape to better serve clients and candidates.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in recruitment, with a specialization in the technology sector.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting for roles such as software engineers, data analysts, DevOps specialists, and IT project managers.
• Proficiency in using various sourcing tools, LinkedIn Recruiter, and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Excellent understanding of the technology job market and technical terminology.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and candidate management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a generous commission structure based on placements.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility and work-life balance.
• Private health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Dedicated budget for professional development and technology subscriptions.
• A vibrant and supportive online community of colleagues.
• Opportunity to build and own a specialized recruitment desk in a high-demand sector.