Remote Executive Search Lead — C-Suite & Senior Leaders

Placements24; Sandton; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24, a premier executive search firm, is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to lead executive-level placements from Sandton, Gauteng. This role offers fully remote work and a strategic mandate to identify, assess, and secure C-suite leaders, directors and senior managers across diverse industries.

You will manage complex searches, build trusted relationships with candidates and clients, mentor junior consultants, and drive business development while upholding confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of recruitment experience with a significant focus on executive search.
• Proven success in placing C-suite and senior leadership roles across diverse sectors.
• Expertise in advanced sourcing techniques and candidate engagement for senior talent.
• Exceptional assessment, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of organizational dynamics.
• Ability to work independently, manage highly confidential searches, and thrive remotely.
• Excellent relationship-building and networking capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end executive search assignments for senior leadership positions.
• Develop and execute sophisticated sourcing strategies to identify elite talent.
• Engage, assess, and vet candidates for strategic and leadership competencies.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with C-suite executives and hiring managers.
• Provide expert market intelligence and advisory services on executive talent.
• Manage complex offer negotiations and facilitate smooth transitions for executives.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management.
• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to team development.
• Achieve and exceed targets for executive placements and client satisfaction.

Skills

Executive search

C-suite placements

Candidate engagement

Negotiation

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Placements24, a premier executive search firm, is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to lead executive-level placements from Sandton, Gauteng. This role offers fully remote work and a strategic mandate to identify, assess, and secure C-suite leaders, directors and senior managers across diverse industries.

You will manage complex searches, build trusted relationships with candidates and clients, mentor junior consultants, and drive business development while upholding confidentiality and