Remote Recruitment Operations Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work with flexible schedule

Performance-based bonuses and annual/2

Professional development in operations

Home office setup support

International collaborative team

Regular virtual team meetings and规划

Exposure to recruitment tech and best‑

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Recruitment Operations Manager to lead remote operational functions across the organization. You will optimize recruitment processes, manage technology, ensure compliance, and drive efficiency in talent acquisition.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in recruitment operations or HR ops with strong ATS knowledge, excellent organizational and analytical skills, and a track record of managing complex workflows in a virtual environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in recruitment operations or HR operations, with a management track record.
• Proven ability to optimize recruitment processes and workflows.
• Strong ATS experience and recruitment technology knowledge.
• Comfortable working in fully remote or distributed teams and ensuring compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize recruitment operational processes, including onboarding, scheduling, and data management.
• Manage ATS and recruitment technology platforms.
• Develop and enforce recruitment policies and procedures for compliance and best practices.
• Create and analyze recruitment metrics to identify improvements and efficiency gains.
• Manage budgets and vendor relationships.
• Ensure a high-quality candidate experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align operations with business objectives.
• Provide training and support to recruitment teams on procedures and technology.
• Drive continuous improvement in recruitment operations.

Skills

Recruitment operations leadership

Remote team management

ATS platforms

Data privacy

HR compliance

Process optimization

Vendor management

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Admin

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and growing recruitment consultancy, is seeking an experienced and strategic Recruitment Operations Manager to lead their remote operational functions. This pivotal role is responsible for optimizing recruitment processes, managing recruitment technology, ensuring compliance, and enhancing the overall efficiency and effectiveness of talent acquisition across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of recruitment best practices, exceptional organizational skills, and a proven ability to manage complex operational workflows in a virtual environment. As a fully remote position, this opportunity offers unparalleled flexibility and the chance to shape operational excellence from anywhere. You will play a critical role in ensuring seamless recruitment delivery and supporting the growth of our client's business by establishing robust operational frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize all recruitment operational processes, including candidate onboarding, scheduling, and data management.


• Manage and maintain the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and other recruitment technology platforms.


• Develop, implement, and enforce recruitment policies and procedures to ensure compliance and best practices.


• Create and analyze recruitment metrics and reports to identify areas for process improvement and efficiency gains.


• Manage recruitment budgets and vendor relationships.


• Ensure a consistent and high-quality candidate experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle.


• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align operational strategies with business objectives.


• Provide training and support to recruitment teams on operational procedures and technology.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the recruitment operations function.


• Identify and mitigate operational risks and ensure data security and integrity.


• Manage internal communication regarding recruitment operational updates and changes.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in recruitment operations, HR operations, or a related field, with a significant portion in a management capacity.


• Proven experience in managing and optimizing recruitment processes and workflows.


• Strong expertise in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies.


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fully remote or distributed team environment.


• Excellent understanding of HR compliance, data privacy, and recruitment best practices.


• Exceptional organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.


• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.


• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.


• Proactive and results-oriented with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary of R .


• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.


• Performance-based bonuses and annual reviews.


• Opportunities for professional development, including operations management and technology training.


• Contribution towards home office setup and technology requirements.


• A collaborative and international work environment.


• Regular virtual team meetings and strategic planning sessions.


• Chance to implement and refine operational strategies for a growing consultancy.


• Exposure to innovative recruitment technologies and methodologies.


• Supportive leadership committed to operational excellence.