Remote Senior IT Recruiter

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 540,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Career growth

Premium recruitment tools

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior IT Recruiter to lead end-to-end recruitment for senior IT roles, building robust pipelines for top tech talent across global clients. You will design advanced sourcing strategies, conduct technical interviews, and act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in IT recruitment, deep knowledge across software, cloud, cybersecurity, data science and infrastructure, and a proven ability to mentor junior recruiters.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of IT recruitment experience.
• Deep knowledge of software, cloud, cybersecurity, data science, and infrastructure.
• Proficient in advanced sourcing, Boolean search, and recruitment tech platforms.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple remote requisitions.
• Experience mentoring or leading recruitment teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for senior IT roles.
• Develop and implement advanced sourcing strategies across channels.
• Conduct technical interviews and assessments.
• Build relationships with IT professionals and hiring managers.
• Mentor junior recruiters and share best practices.
• Stay informed on technology trends and market intelligence.

Skills

IT recruitment

Sourcing techniques

Boolean search

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Tools

Recruitment platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is seeking an experienced Remote Senior IT Recruiter to join their dynamic team, focusing on connecting top technology talent with innovative companies across the globe, with a key focus on supporting clients in the Mahikeng, North West region. This senior role involves spearheading complex IT recruitment searches, developing advanced sourcing strategies, and mentoring junior recruiters. You will be instrumental in building robust talent pipelines for high-demand tech roles, ensuring our clients secure the exceptional IT professionals needed to drive their businesses forward. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, possesses deep expertise in IT recruitment, and thrives in a fully remote, collaborative setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for senior-level and niche IT positions, ensuring efficient and effective talent acquisition.
• Develop and implement cutting-edge sourcing strategies utilizing diverse channels to attract top IT talent, including passive candidates.
• Conduct in-depth technical interviews and competency assessments to evaluate candidate skills and cultural alignment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with IT professionals and hiring managers, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Mentor and guide junior recruiters, sharing best practices and fostering a high-performance recruitment culture.
• Stay abreast of the latest technology trends, market intelligence, and recruitment innovations to provide strategic insights.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of specialized experience in IT recruitment, with a strong track record of success in placing senior technical roles.
• Deep understanding of various IT domains, including software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data science, and infrastructure.
• Proficiency in advanced sourcing techniques, Boolean search, and leveraging recruitment technology platforms.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple complex requisitions in a remote setting.
• Experience mentoring or leading recruitment teams is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant bonus potential based on performance.
• Fully remote position offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development within the consultancy.
• Access to premium recruitment tools and resources for effective sourcing.
• A collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking remote work culture.