Remote Sales Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work setup

Competitive base salary + commission

Career growth in sales recruitment

Access to recruitment tech and sales-d

Collaborative virtual team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is actively seeking a Remote Sales Recruitment Specialist to identify, attract, and place top sales talent across diverse sectors from a fully remote setup in South Africa. You will manage the complete recruitment cycle, source candidates, and assess fit through interviews while building strong client relationships and a robust talent pipeline.

The role requires 3+ years in recruitment focusing on sales, solid understanding of KPIs and sales cycles, and proficiency with ATS and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recruitment experience specializing in sales.
• Strong knowledge of sales roles, KPIs, and sales cycles.
• Proven ability to source and attract top sales candidates.
• Excellent interviewing, assessment, and candidate evaluation skills.
• Experience with client relationship management and remote work.
• Relevant degree in Business, Marketing, or HR is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for sales positions, from initial client briefing to successful candidate placement.
• Source candidates through professional networking sites, sales-specific platforms, and direct outreach.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to assess candidates' sales acumen, communication skills, negotiation abilities, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, understanding their sales targets and team dynamics.
• Develop and nurture a robust pipeline of high-performing sales professionals across various sectors.
• Stay informed about sales industry trends, compensation benchmarks, and effective recruitment strategies for sales roles.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the entire recruitment process.
• Collaborate with team members to share market insights and best practices in remote sales recruitment.

Skills

Sales recruitment

Candidate sourcing

Interviewing

ATS proficiency

Remote work

Education

Degree in Business

Degree in Marketing

Degree in HR

Tools

ATS

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy, is actively seeking an ambitious and results-oriented Remote Sales Recruitment Specialist to join their dynamic team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will be instrumental in identifying, attracting, and placing top sales talent for a wide range of industries, from B2B and B2C to technology sales and beyond. This role requires a strong understanding of sales methodologies, excellent candidate assessment skills, and a passion for connecting individuals with lucrative career opportunities. As a remote-first organization, we foster a collaborative environment through advanced digital communication tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for sales positions, from initial client briefing to successful candidate placement.
• Source candidates through various channels, including professional networking sites, sales-specific platforms, and direct outreach.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to assess candidates' sales acumen, communication skills, negotiation abilities, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, understanding their sales targets and team dynamics.
• Develop and nurture a robust pipeline of high-performing sales professionals across various sectors.
• Stay informed about sales industry trends, compensation benchmarks, and effective recruitment strategies for sales roles.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the entire recruitment process.
• Collaborate with team members to share market insights and best practices in remote sales recruitment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment, with a specialization in placing sales professionals.
• Strong understanding of sales roles, KPIs, and common sales cycles.
• Proven ability to source and attract high-caliber sales candidates.
• Excellent interviewing, assessment, and candidate evaluation skills.
• Experience with client relationship management and understanding business needs.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment software.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage workload effectively in a remote setting.
• A relevant degree in Business, Marketing, or Human Resources is advantageous.

Benefits

• Fully remote work setup offering ultimate flexibility.
• Competitive base salary and an attractive commission structure tied to successful placements.
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialization in sales recruitment.
• Access to leading recruitment technologies and sales candidate databases.
• Supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.
• Work with a diverse range of clients and contribute to their revenue growth.
• Be part of a growing and influential recruitment consultancy.