Remote Senior IT Recruiter

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Uncapped commission

Career growth opportunities

Access to recruitment tech & network

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Senior IT Recruiter to join their fully remote team. You will manage the complete lifecycle of IT recruitment, sourcing top tech talent across industries, and building strong relationships with clients.

This role offers autonomy, flexibility, and a competitive package with uncapped commissions. Leverage modern sourcing tools and ATS/CRM systems to identify passive candidates worldwide and ensure a smooth hiring process.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT recruitment experience.
• Proven track record in sourcing and placing technical roles.
• Strong knowledge of IT technologies and trends.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for specialized IT roles across software development, cloud, cybersecurity, and data science.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients seeking IT talent and understand their needs.
• Implement innovative sourcing strategies using tools to identify passive and active candidates worldwide.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes including offers, background checks, and onboarding.
• Provide market intelligence on IT talent trends, compensation, and best practices.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to define role requirements and optimize the candidate experience.

Skills

IT recruitment

Candidate sourcing

Interviewing

ATS

CRM software

Negotiation

Tools

ATS systems

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly skilled Remote Senior IT Recruiter to join their fully remote team. This role is paramount in identifying, attracting, and placing top-tier technology professionals across various industries. You will manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, build strong partnerships with clients requiring IT talent, and leverage your expertise to source candidates in a competitive global market. This position offers complete autonomy and flexibility, requiring a proactive, self-motivated individual with exceptional communication and talent sourcing skills to excel in a remote-first environment. You will be instrumental in shaping our client's IT recruitment success.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for specialized IT roles, including software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data science.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients seeking IT talent, understanding their technical and cultural needs.
• Implement innovative sourcing strategies utilizing a wide array of tools and platforms to identify passive and active candidates worldwide.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including offer negotiation, background checks, and facilitating smooth onboarding.
• Provide market intelligence on IT talent trends, compensation, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers to define role requirements and optimize the candidate experience.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in recruitment, with a strong specialization in the IT sector .
• Proven track record of success in sourcing and placing candidates for technical roles.
• In-depth understanding of various IT technologies, programming languages, and industry trends.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, effective in a virtual setting.
• High degree of self-motivation, organization, and ability to manage workload independently in a remote setting.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), CRM software, and online sourcing tools is mandatory.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Highly competitive salary with an uncapped commission structure reflecting your success.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a specialized field.
• Access to a robust network of clients and cutting-edge recruitment technologies.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team environment focused on shared goals and achievements.