Remote Recruitment Consultant - Tech & Digital

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Performance bonuses

Home office expenses

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Recruitment Consultant to join its expanding remote team serving clients across South Africa, with a focus on Durban and KwaZulu-Natal. You will source and place top technology and digital talent, thrive in an autonomous, results-driven environment, and help strengthen our reputation as a premier recruitment partner in the tech space.

You will work remotely from anywhere in SA, collaborating with colleagues and management via virtual tools, while achieving

Qualifications

• Proven Recruitment Consultant experience in Technology or Digital roles.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setup.
• Excellent sourcing skills and knowledge of recruitment platforms and social media.
• Strong verbal and written communication for remote interactions.
• Excellent organization and time management.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and recruitment technologies.
• Results-oriented with a commitment to high-quality service.
• Reliable internet and dedicated home office.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source, screen, and manage candidates for technology and digital roles.
• Build robust talent pipelines with innovative sourcing strategies.
• Conduct telephone and video interviews to assess fit.
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from brief to placement.
• Maintain relationships with clients and candidates through clear communication.
• Provide market intelligence and recruitment advice.
• Exceed recruitment targets and KPIs.
• Collaborate with remote colleagues via virtual tools.
• Stay updated on tech industry trends.
• Maintain accurate records in CRM.

Skills

Sourcing talent

Remote work

Communication

CRM systems

Stakeholder management

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS/CRM

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is seeking a dedicated and results-oriented Recruitment Consultant to join their expanding remote team, serving clients across South Africa, with a focus on the Durban, KwaZulu-Natal region. This role is entirely remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will specialize in sourcing and placing top-tier talent in the Technology and Digital sectors. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive individual who thrives in an autonomous work environment and is passionate about connecting great companies with exceptional professionals. You will play a crucial role in building and maintaining our client’s reputation as a premier recruitment partner in the tech space, leveraging your expertise to deliver outstanding outcomes. The role requires a self-starter who is motivated by achievement and can manage their workload effectively without direct supervision. We are committed to fostering a supportive remote culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively source, screen, and manage candidates for a wide range of technology and digital roles.
• Utilize a variety of innovative sourcing strategies to build and maintain robust talent pipelines.
• Conduct thorough telephone and video interviews to assess candidate suitability and cultural fit.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for assigned roles, from initial brief to successful placement.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with both clients and candidates through excellent communication and service delivery.
• Provide clients with insightful market intelligence and recruitment advice.
• Achieve and consistently exceed agreed-upon recruitment targets and KPIs.
• Collaborate effectively with remote colleagues and management through virtual communication tools.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and technologies within the tech and digital industries.
• Maintain accurate candidate and client records in the company's CRM system.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience as a Recruitment Consultant, with a focus on Technology or Digital roles.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage a remote workload effectively.
• Excellent sourcing skills and a strong understanding of various recruitment platforms and social media channels.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, suitable for remote client interaction.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and other recruitment technologies.
• A results-oriented mindset with a commitment to high-quality service.
• Must have reliable internet connectivity and a dedicated home office setup.
• Ability to engage with clients and candidates across various time zones if required.
• Passion for the tech industry and understanding of its evolving talent needs.

Benefits

• Fully remote working arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of innovative clients.
• Professional development and training opportunities tailored for remote professionals.
• A collaborative and supportive online team culture.
• Access to advanced recruitment technology and tools.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing consultancy.
• Contribution towards home office expenses.
• Regular virtual team-building activities and social events.
• Work-life balance is highly encouraged and supported.