Recruitment Team Lead

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Training opportunities

Supportive work culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking an experienced Recruitment Team Lead to guide a team of recruitment consultants, drive performance, and shape recruitment strategies for diverse industries. You will develop client relationships, mentor staff, and ensure targets are met while delivering high-quality service and market insights across KwaZulu-Natal.

This full-time, on-site role offers professional development, a collaborative, energetic work culture, and opportunities for leadership growth as the

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in recruitment with at least 2 years in supervision.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a recruitment team.
• Strong understanding of recruitment processes, sourcing techniques, and market analysis.
• Excellent client management and business development skills.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities.
• Degree or professional qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of recruitment consultants.
• Drive team performance to meet placement and revenue targets.
• Oversee client relationship management and service quality.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies for various industries.
• Monitor market trends and provide strategic insights.
• Conduct interviews and manage the offer process.

Skills

Team leadership

Recruitment

Mentoring

Client management

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in HR/Business

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established Recruitment Consultancy in Durban , is seeking a dynamic and experienced Recruitment Team Lead to guide and motivate their recruitment specialists. This leadership role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring team targets are met, and fostering a high-performance culture. You will play a crucial role in shaping recruitment strategies, developing client relationships, and nurturing talent within the team. If you have a passion for recruitment and leadership, this is an ideal opportunity to make a significant impact in the KwaZulu-Natal region and grow your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of recruitment consultants, setting performance standards and providing regular feedback.


• Drive team performance to achieve and exceed placement and revenue targets.


• Oversee client relationship management, ensuring service excellence and client satisfaction.


• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies for various industries and roles.


• Monitor market trends and provide strategic insights to clients and the team.


• Conduct interviews, assess candidate suitability, and manage the offer process.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in recruitment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team leadership role.


• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a recruitment team.


• Strong understanding of recruitment processes, sourcing techniques, and market analysis.


• Excellent client management and business development skills.


• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation abilities.


• A relevant degree or professional qualification is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.


• Opportunity to lead a high-performing team in Durban .


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• Professional development and training opportunities.


• A supportive and energetic work culture.