Remote IT Recruiter: Tech Talent Sourcing Specialist

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Commission-based earnings

Medical aid and retirement planning

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking a Specialist IT Recruiter to source and place top IT talent across software, cybersecurity, data science and related roles. You will work closely with tech leaders and hiring managers to define requirements and execute targeted sourcing strategies.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in IT recruitment, strong networks, excellent communication, and hands-on experience with ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years IT recruitment experience.
• Proven track record placing IT roles (Software Engineers, Sys Admin, Cybersecurity, Data Scientists).
• Strong knowledge of programming concepts and IT landscape.
• Experience with ATS and recruitment tech.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview IT candidates for a variety of technical roles.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, professional networks, and direct outreach.
• Build strong relationships with IT professionals and understand their career aspirations.
• Partner with hiring managers to define technical requirements, understand team dynamics, and align recruitment efforts.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial contact through to offer acceptance and onboarding.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of emerging technologies and IT market trends.

Skills

IT recruitment

Sourcing strategies

Candidate screening

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Tech talent mapping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/HR

Tools

ATS systems

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking a Specialist IT Recruiter to source and place top IT talent across software, cybersecurity, data science and related roles. You will work closely with tech leaders and hiring managers to define requirements and execute targeted sourcing strategies.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in IT recruitment, strong networks, excellent communication, and hands-on experience with ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter.