Remote IT Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary + performance-based

Professional development and industry-

Work with exciting tech companies

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote IT Recruitment Specialist in South Africa to identify and place top IT talent across the country. This role focuses on building a scalable remote hiring process and supporting diverse tech teams.

You will manage the full lifecycle for software development, data science, cybersecurity, and cloud roles, leveraging LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, and other platforms. The position emphasizes independence, targets, and a remote-first approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of specialized experience in IT recruitment (agency or in-house).
• Proven ability to recruit for niche and in-demand technology roles.
• Proficiency with ATS and recruitment technology stack.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for IT roles, including software development, data science, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques across multiple platforms to find passive and active candidates.
• Conduct in-depth technical screenings and behavioral interviews to assess candidate suitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with IT professionals and hiring managers.
• Provide market intelligence and recruitment strategy advice to clients.
• Ensure an exceptional candidate experience throughout the hiring process.

Skills

IT recruitment

Sourcing techniques

ATS proficiency

Remote work

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is expanding its reach with a new, fully remote IT Recruitment Specialist position. This role is designed for professionals who excel in identifying and attracting top-tier technology talent from anywhere in the country. You will partner with a variety of clients, from innovative startups to established tech firms, to fill critical IT positions. The ideal candidate is a proactive, tech-savvy recruiter who thrives in a remote-first culture, utilizing cutting-edge tools and strategies to connect businesses with the best IT professionals, contributing to technological advancement across various sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for IT roles, including software development, data science, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques across multiple platforms (LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, etc.) to find passive and active candidates.
• Conduct in-depth technical screenings and behavioral interviews to assess candidate suitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with IT professionals and hiring managers.
• Provide market intelligence and recruitment strategy advice to clients.
• Ensure an exceptional candidate experience throughout the hiring process.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of specialized experience in IT recruitment, either agency or in-house.
• Proven ability to recruit for niche and in-demand technology roles.
• Deep understanding of various IT domains, programming languages, frameworks, and methodologies.
• Excellent remote communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment technology stack.
• Demonstrated success in working independently and achieving targets in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Competitive salary and generous performance-based bonuses.
• Continuous professional development and access to industry training.
• Opportunity to work with exciting tech companies and cutting-edge roles.
• A collaborative virtual team environment that fosters innovation.
• Contribution to a leading, digitally-focused recruitment consultancy.