Remote Principal Recruitment Consultant - Engineering

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote work

Bonuses

Medical aid

Provident fund

Development opportunities

Advanced recruitment tools

Team culture

Annual leave

International exposure

Flexible hours

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a Principal Recruitment Consultant to own end-to-end engineering recruitment for senior and niche roles across South Africa. You will manage complex, high-volume, remote projects for premier engineering firms, acting as a strategic advisor on talent, market trends, and hiring strategies.

The role emphasizes remote collaboration, strong stakeholder relationships, and a track record of delivering high-quality shortlists and successful offers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of recruitment experience with a focus on engineering.
• Proven success recruiting for multiple engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Software).
• Experience managing remote, high-volume, executive-level recruitment projects.

Responsabilités

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for senior and niche engineering roles.
• Develop advanced sourcing strategies to identify top candidates, including passive ones.
• Build and maintain remote relationships with key engineering clients.
• Conduct needs analysis with clients to understand technical requirements and culture.

Connaissances

Engineering recruitment

Executive recruitment

Advanced sourcing

Boolean search

Client relationships

Negotiation

Communication

ATS proficiency

Networking

Remote work

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Outils

ATS

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy with a global reach, is seeking an exceptional and experienced Principal Recruitment Consultant to focus on the engineering sector. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for managing complex, high-volume, and executive-level recruitment projects for leading engineering firms. This role demands a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the engineering job market, exceptional candidate engagement skills, and a proven ability to deliver results in a remote setting. You will act as a key advisor to clients, providing insights into talent availability, market trends, and optimal recruitment strategies. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, highly organised, and driven by a passion for connecting engineering talent with impactful career opportunities, regardless of geographical location. This role is crucial for expanding Our client's remote capabilities and reinforcing their position as a leader in engineering recruitment across South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end recruitment processes for senior and niche engineering roles.
• Develop and execute advanced sourcing strategies to identify top engineering talent, including passive candidates.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with a portfolio of key engineering clients remotely.
• Conduct in-depth needs analysis with clients to fully understand technical requirements and cultural fit.
• Perform rigorous candidate screening, interviewing, and assessment to ensure high-quality shortlists.
• Negotiate complex offers and facilitate the entire hiring process to successful onboarding.
• Stay updated on industry trends, innovations, and talent pool dynamics within the engineering sector.
• Proactively engage with the engineering community to build and maintain talent pipelines.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of Our client's remote recruitment methodologies.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior consultants within the remote team structure.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of progressive recruitment experience, with a strong specialization in engineering recruitment.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting for various engineering disciplines (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Software, Process).
• Proven ability to manage complex client relationships and deliver exceptional results in a remote work environment.
• Expertise in advanced sourcing techniques, Boolean search, and leveraging professional networking platforms.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport remotely.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to understand the technical needs of engineering clients.
• Highly self-motivated, organised, and disciplined to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Proficiency with modern recruitment technologies and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Must be based in South Africa and comfortable with a fully remote working arrangement.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary package with significant performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work fully remotely, providing excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund benefits.
• Continuous professional development opportunities, including specialized training.
• Access to state-of-the-astrong recruitment tools and technology.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Potential for international client engagement.
• Regular virtual team-building activities and social events.
• Flexibility in working hours to accommodate different time zones when necessary.