Remote Lead Technical Recruiter

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1,184,000 - 1,861,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Generous leave

Home office stipend

Professional development

Global network events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Technical Recruiter to drive end-to-end hiring for software, data, DevOps, and security roles from a fully remote setup.

You will build global sourcing strategies, mentor a distributed team, partner with hiring managers, and ensure an exceptional candidate experience while staying ahead of tech trends.

This role offers a competitive package, flexible work arrangement, and ongoing learning as you shape Placements24's engineering talent network.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in technical recruitment with 2+ years in lead roles.
• Proven ability to recruit niche tech roles across languages, frameworks, and platforms.
• Strong understanding of software development, cloud technologies, and data concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end technical recruitment for software, data, DevOps, and security roles.
• Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract passive candidates globally.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and culture.
• Conduct deep technical screenings and assessments.
• Build and nurture a global talent pipeline through multiple channels.
• Ensure exceptional candidate experience with timely feedback.
• Mentor junior remote recruiters and foster a high-performing team.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in tech recruitment.
• Manage recruitment technologies to improve efficiency.

Skills

Lead technical recruitment

Global sourcing

Stakeholder management

Tech landscape knowledge

Interviewing & assessment

Negotiation & closing

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/related

Tools

ATS tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Boolean search

GitHub search

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is expanding its global footprint and is looking for a highly skilled and motivated Lead Technical Recruiter to join their fully remote team. This is a unique opportunity to drive technical recruitment strategies for cutting-edge companies, working entirely from the comfort of your home office. You will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and securing top-tier engineering and IT talent worldwide. This role requires a deep understanding of the tech landscape, exceptional sourcing capabilities, and a passion for connecting talent with opportunity. You will lead by example, mentor other recruiters, and contribute significantly to our client's reputation as a premier talent partner.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute full-cycle technical recruitment processes for a diverse range of clients and roles, including software engineers, data scientists, DevOps specialists, and cybersecurity experts.
• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract passive and active candidates globally.
• Partner closely with hiring managers and clients to understand their technical requirements and organizational culture.
• Conduct in-depth technical screenings and assessments to evaluate candidate skills and experience.
• Build and nurture a strong pipeline of qualified technical talent through various channels, including professional networks, databases, and social media.
• Provide exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, ensuring timely communication and feedback.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the remote recruitment team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in technical recruitment.
• Manage and optimize the use of recruitment technologies and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in technical recruitment, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior capacity.
• Proven ability to recruit for niche and high-demand technical roles across various programming languages, frameworks, and platforms.
• Exceptional understanding of software development methodologies, cloud technologies, and data science concepts.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing talent pipelines for complex technical positions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Experience working in a fully remote environment and managing distributed teams is highly advantageous.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and advanced sourcing tools.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in the tech recruitment space.
• Access to state-of-the- art recruitment technology and resources.
• Contribution towards home office setup and recurring expenses.
• Regular virtual team-building events and opportunities to connect with a global network of professionals.