Remote Executive Search Specialist

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remoto; ZAR 900.000 - 1.800.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Fully remote work

Performance-based bonus

Professional development

Advanced recruitment technology

Collaborative virtual team

Global client exposure

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking an Executive Search Specialist to join its fully remote team serving clients across South Africa. You will identify and attract top leadership talent for critical roles, leveraging market mapping and targeted search strategies.

In this remote-first position, you will engage senior professionals globally, assess leadership potential, and present insights to clients. The role rewards strategic thinking, research excellence, and collaborative, technology-enabled work.

Competenze

• 6+ years in executive or senior-level recruitment.
• Proven track record placing C-suite and VP-level roles.
• Strong research, analytics, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent relationship-building with senior professionals.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Experience using digital tools and social media for sourcing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin, Psychology, or related field preferred.

Mansioni

• Conduct market research to identify executive candidates.
• Develop and implement search strategies for senior roles.
• Screen candidates and assess leadership potential.
• Build trusted client relationships and act as strategic advisor.
• Present shortlisted candidates with insights and feedback.
• Manage end-to-end search process to ensure timely delivery.
• Expand executive network and market intelligence.
• Contribute to refinement of executive search methodologies.

Conoscenze

Executive search

Market research

Candidate engagement

Relationship management

Negotiation

Remote work

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Strumenti

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

Sourcing tools

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a premier international recruitment consultancy, is seeking an exceptional Executive Search Specialist to join their fully remote team, based virtually but serving clients across South Africa. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional to operate within a cutting-edge, remote-first environment, focusing on identifying and attracting top-tier executive talent for critical leadership positions. You will be instrumental in shaping the leadership teams of our diverse clientele, spanning various high-growth sectors. This role demands a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of executive recruitment methodologies, market mapping, and candidate engagement. We are looking for an individual who thrives in a virtual setting, possesses exceptional research capabilities, and is adept at building rapport with senior professionals globally. The consultancy offers a highly flexible and autonomous work environment, supported by robust technological infrastructure and a collaborative virtual culture. Your contribution will directly impact the success of our clients' organisations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market research and intelligence gathering to identify target companies and potential executive candidates.
• Develop and implement effective search strategies for senior and executive-level roles across various industries.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques, including direct sourcing, networking, and leveraging digital platforms to build robust candidate pipelines.
• Conduct thorough screening and assessment of executive candidates, evaluating their skills, experience, cultural fit, and leadership potential.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients, acting as a strategic advisor throughout the search process.
• Present qualified candidate shortlists to clients, providing detailed insights and interview feedback.
• Manage the entire search process efficiently, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
• Continuously expand your network of executive contacts and market intelligence.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of the firm's executive search methodologies and best practices.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in executive search, retained search, or senior-level recruitment, ideally within a reputable consultancy.
• Proven track record of successfully placing senior executives (C-suite, VP, Director level) in complex searches.
• Exceptional research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and nurture relationships with senior-level professionals.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proficiency in leveraging digital tools, databases, and social media for executive sourcing and engagement.
• Self-motivated and highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple complex searches simultaneously in a remote setting.
• A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life integration.
• Competitive base salary with an attractive performance-based bonus structure.
• Opportunities to work on high-impact executive searches for leading organisations.
• Access to advanced recruitment technology and global resources.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.
• Be part of a forward-thinking recruitment firm at the forefront of remote work innovation.