Remote Senior Recruitment Consultant - Tech & Digital

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive commission structure

Remote-friendly benefits

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in South Africa is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to specialise in Tech & Digital. This remote role lets you identify, engage, and place top tech talent across software development, product management, cybersecurity, and digital marketing.

You’ll source candidates, screen for technical fit and cultural alignment, advise clients on market salary trends, and drive offers through pre-boarding.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of recruitment experience, with a focus on technology and digital sectors.
• Proven success filling challenging technical roles such as Software Engineers, DevOps Engineers, Data Scientists, and Product Managers.
• Excellent sourcing through digital channels and networks.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management for remote work.
• Solid understanding of current tech stacks, development methodologies, and digital marketing trends.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a demanding remote workload.
• Experience with ATS and remote collaboration tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Business, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for tech and digital roles with a positive candidate experience.
• Proactively source and engage with high-caliber tech professionals using advanced techniques.
• Conduct in-depth screening interviews assessing technical skills and cultural fit.
• Build strong relationships with clients and understand evolving tech needs.
• Provide market insights, salary guidance, and talent acquisition strategies.
• Negotiate offers and manage pre-boarding for successful candidates.
• Contribute to recruitment strategy development and employer branding for remote work.
• Stay updated on trends in technology and digital sectors.
• Mentor junior remote recruitment teammates as needed.

Skills

Sourcing passive candidates

Candidate engagement

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Remote work autonomy

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred in CS/IT/Business

Tools

ATS

Remote collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

WhatJobs Direct, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is expanding its remote workforce and seeking an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to specialize in the Tech & Digital sector. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will be instrumental in identifying, engaging, and placing top-tier talent in areas such as software development, product management, cybersecurity, and digital marketing. Our client is committed to building high-performing teams for innovative companies, and this role is key to that mission. You will leverage your expertise and a remote-first approach to deliver exceptional recruitment solutions to clients nationwide. Our client believes in empowering their remote teams with the tools and autonomy needed to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle for technology and digital roles, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience.


• Proactively source and engage with high-caliber tech professionals using advanced sourcing techniques and online platforms.


• Conduct in-depth screening interviews, assessing candidates' technical skills, experience, and cultural alignment.


• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with clients, understanding their evolving technology needs.


• Provide expert market insights, salary guidance, and strategic advice on talent acquisition within the tech landscape.


• Negotiate offers effectively and manage the pre-boarding process for successful candidates.


• Contribute to the development of recruitment strategies and employer branding initiatives for our remote-first operations.


• Stay abreast of the latest trends and innovations in the technology and digital sectors.


• Mentor and support junior remote recruitment team members as required.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in recruitment, with a significant focus on the Technology and Digital sectors.


• Proven success in filling challenging technical roles, such as Software Engineers, DevOps Engineers, Data Scientists, and Product Managers.


• Exceptional skills in sourcing passive candidates through various digital channels and professional networks.


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities, tailored for remote interactions.


• Strong understanding of current technology stacks, development methodologies, and digital marketing trends.


• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage a demanding workload in a remote setting.


• Proficiency in utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other remote collaboration tools.


• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field is preferred.


• A proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented mindset.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary, an attractive commission structure based on performance, and a comprehensive benefits package designed for remote employees. As a Remote position, you gain unparalleled flexibility and the ability to work from your preferred location. Our client invests in its remote team members, providing access to cutting-edge recruitment technology, ongoing professional development, and a supportive virtual community. You will be part of an innovative and agile team, contributing to the success of leading tech companies across the globe. Join WhatJobs Direct and redefine your recruitment career from anywhere.