Recruitment Specialist - Technology

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Recruitment Specialist focused on the technology sector for their Cape Town office. You will identify, attract, and assess top IT professionals for a diverse client base, aligning candidate capabilities with client needs.

The role requires hands-on sourcing, interview guidance, and close collaboration with hiring managers to define job specs and timelines in a fast-paced consultancy environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' recruitment experience, with a technology focus.
• Proficient in modern recruitment tools and sourcing methodologies.
• Understanding of programming languages, frameworks, and IT infrastructure.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Able to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Source and attract qualified candidates for technical roles such as software engineers, data scientists, and IT managers.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to assess technical skills and cultural fit.
• Partner with hiring managers to define job specifications and team dynamics.
• Utilize sourcing tools including LinkedIn Recruiter and job boards.
• Manage candidate pipelines, provide updates to clients, and coordinate interviews.
• Negotiate offers and ensure a positive candidate experience.

Skills

Technology recruitment

Sourcing

Interviewing

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship building

Workload management

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job boards

ATS (Applicant Tracking System)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy, is seeking a dedicated Recruitment Specialist with a focus on the technology sector for their Cape Town office. This role is critical in identifying and attracting top IT professionals for a diverse range of clients. You will work closely with hiring managers to understand their technical requirements and cultural needs, ensuring the delivery of high-caliber candidates. The ideal candidate is passionate about technology recruitment and thrives in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment, contributing to the firm's continued success in the specialized IT recruitment market.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and attract qualified candidates for technical roles, including software engineers, data scientists, and IT managers.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to assess technical skills, relevant experience, and soft skills.
• Partner with hiring managers to define job specifications and understand unique team dynamics.
• Utilize a variety of sourcing tools and techniques, including LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and professional networks.
• Manage candidate pipelines, provide regular updates to clients, and facilitate the interview process.
• Negotiate and close offers, ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring journey.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in recruitment , with a strong focus on the technology industry.
• Proficiency in sourcing technical talent using modern recruitment tools and methodologies.
• Excellent understanding of common programming languages, frameworks, and IT infrastructure.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage a demanding workload and multiple requisitions simultaneously.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with a generous commission structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities in Cape Town .
• A dynamic and collaborative office environment within a well-established consultancy.
• Recognition programs and incentives for high performance.