Remote Specialist Recruiter - Digital Marketing

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Commission structure

Fully remote work

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Supportive virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Specialist Recruiter with a strong focus on digital marketing to join their fully remote SA team. You will source, screen and place candidates in roles across SEO, SEM, content marketing, social media management and e-commerce.

With 3+ years in recruitment and a solid grasp of digital marketing KPIs, you will build relationships with marketing professionals and clients while navigating an autonomous remote setup.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recruitment experience with a focus on digital marketing roles.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing channels, strategies and KPIs.
• Proven ability to source candidates for digital marketing roles such as SEO, SEM and social media.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Experience working effectively in a remote and autonomous environment.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen and interview candidates for digital marketing roles (e.g., SEO, PPC, Content).
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify passive and active candidates.
• Build and maintain relationships with marketing professionals and clients.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand needs and team requirements.
• Manage recruitment process from first contact to offer negotiation and closing.
• Stay current with digital marketing trends and tools to assess candidates.
• Utilize ATS and other tools to manage candidate data and progress.
• Provide exceptional candidate experience throughout the journey.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Digital marketing knowledge

Remote work experience

Communication skills

Sourcing candidates

Interviewing candidates

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Business

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

Job boards

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is actively seeking a Remote Specialist Recruiter with expertise in Digital Marketing to join their fully remote team. This role is ideal for a recruiter passionate about the marketing industry and skilled in identifying top talent in areas such as SEO, SEM, content marketing, social media management, and e-commerce. You will work from anywhere in South Africa , partnering with clients to fill critical digital marketing positions. This position requires a proactive approach, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of the digital marketing landscape. You will be instrumental in connecting talented marketing professionals with innovative companies, contributing directly to our clients' success.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for a wide range of digital marketing roles, including Digital Marketing Managers, SEO Specialists, Content Creators, Social Media Managers, and PPC Analysts.
• Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies to identify passive and active candidates within the digital marketing space.
• Build and maintain relationships with marketing professionals and key players in the digital marketing industry.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their specific needs and the nuances of their team requirements.
• Manage the recruitment process from initial contact through to offer negotiation and closing.
• Stay current with digital marketing trends, tools, and technologies to better assess candidates and advise clients.
• Utilize ATS and other recruitment tools to manage candidate data and track progress.
• Provide exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of recruitment experience, with a significant focus on placing candidates in digital marketing roles.
• Demonstrated understanding of digital marketing channels, strategies, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Proven ability to source candidates for roles like SEO Specialist, SEM Manager, Content Marketing Specialist, Social Media Manager, Email Marketing Specialist, and Digital Marketing Director.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
• Experience working effectively in a remote and autonomous environment.
• Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive commission structure.
• Fully remote working arrangement, providing ultimate flexibility.
• Opportunity to specialize in a high-demand recruitment niche.
• Access to a broad network of marketing professionals and clients.
• Ongoing training and professional development in recruitment techniques and marketing trends.
• A supportive and engaging virtual team environment.
• Enjoyable work-life balance with the freedom to set your own schedule.