Remote Technical Recruiter

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary + bonuses

Access to recruitment tech tools

Growth opportunities

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is actively seeking a Remote Technical Recruiter to connect top IT and engineering talent with leading companies. This fully remote role offers autonomy and the chance to work with a diverse, global client base.

You will own full-cycle recruitment, leveraging LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and networks to build pipelines, screen candidates, and guide hiring managers through close. A proactive, tech-savvy communicator thrives here.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Recruiter, ideally in an agency or tech company.
• Experience recruiting for Software Engineers, Data Scientists, DevOps, Cloud roles.
• Proficient with sourcing channels including LinkedIn Recruiter and job boards.
• Strong IT vocabulary and ability to engage technical candidates.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote work.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented and able to manage time remotely.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).

Responsibilities

• Conduct full-cycle technical recruitment for IT and engineering roles.
• Source passive and active candidates using varied channels.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand requirements and culture.
• Create compelling job descriptions and outreach messages.
• Manage candidate experience with timely updates and feedback.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline through networking.
• Stay updated on tech trends and recruitment best practices.
• continuously improve recruitment processes in a remote setting.

Skills

Technical recruiting

Sourcing channels

IT terminology

Remote communication

ATS experience

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job boards

Professional networks

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished recruitment consultancy, is actively searching for a dedicated Remote Technical Recruiter to contribute to their expanding operations. This fully remote position offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect specialized technical talent with forward-thinking companies, irrespective of geographical boundaries. You will be at the forefront of identifying and engaging high-caliber candidates within the tech landscape, playing a crucial role in shaping the future workforce for our diverse client base. We are committed to fostering a remote-first culture, ensuring our team members have the autonomy and resources needed to excel from anywhere. This role is ideal for a self-starter with a passion for technology and recruitment, who thrives in a virtual collaborative environment and is driven by the satisfaction of making impactful placements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct full-cycle technical recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and closing candidates for IT and engineering roles.
• Utilize a variety of sourcing strategies and tools to identify passive and active candidates in niche technology areas.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand their technical requirements, team dynamics, and organizational culture.
• Develop compelling job descriptions and candidate outreach messages tailored to specific technical skill sets.
• Manage candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, ensuring timely communication and feedback.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified technical talent through proactive networking and database management.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in technical recruitment.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of recruitment processes and tools within a remote setting.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Technical Recruiter, preferably with a recruitment agency or in-house tech company.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit for a wide range of technical roles (e.g., Software Engineers, Data Scientists, DevOps, Cloud Architects).
• Expertise in using various sourcing channels, including LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and professional networks.
• Strong understanding of technical terminology and ability to engage effectively with technical candidates.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with a strong emphasis on written communication for remote work.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to manage time effectively in a fully remote work environment.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) is essential.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment technologies and resources.
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialization in technical recruitment.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.
• Contribution to exciting projects in the rapidly evolving technology sector.