Sales and Business Development Recruiter

Placements24; Graafwater; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Fully remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Sales and Business Development Recruiter to lead end-to-end recruitment for sales roles across industries. You will source, screen, and place top sales professionals, building strong client relationships and delivering tailored recruitment strategies in a remote environment.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in recruitment with a solid grasp of sales processes, KPIs, and methodologies, plus excellent networking and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of recruitment experience with a focus on sales and business development.
• Proven ability to identify, attract, and place top sales professionals.
• Strong understanding of sales processes, KPIs, and various sales methodologies.
• Experience working in a remote or hybrid environment is essential.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for sales and business development roles.
• Source candidates via networks, job boards, and referrals.
• Screen and interview to assess sales aptitude, experience, and fit.
• Build relationships with clients and understand their sales objectives and talent needs.
• Develop recruitment strategies tailored to specific sales roles and industries.
• Provide clients with market insights and salary benchmarking for sales positions.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout hiring.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets for sales and business development roles.
• Stay updated on trends in sales, business development, and recruitment best practices.

Skills

Sales recruitment

Networking

Communication

Negotiation

Remote work

Sales processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/related field

Tools

ATS

Recruitment software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialist recruitment consultancy, is actively seeking a motivated and results-driven Sales and Business Development Recruiter to join their expanding team, working remotely and serving clients in the Paarl, Western Cape region and beyond. This role is focused on identifying, engaging, and placing top sales talent, from entry-level representatives to senior business development managers, across a diverse range of industries. You will be instrumental in helping our clients build and strengthen their commercial teams by finding individuals with exceptional sales acumen and strategic thinking. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales recruitment, a deep understanding of sales methodologies, and excellent candidate engagement skills. We are looking for a proactive individual who thrives in a remote environment and is passionate about connecting high-performing sales professionals with exciting career opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for sales and business development roles.
• Source and attract high-caliber sales candidates through various channels, including professional networks, job boards, and referrals.
• Conduct in-depth screening and interviews to assess sales aptitude, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their sales objectives and talent needs.
• Develop effective recruitment strategies tailored to specific sales roles and industries.
• Provide clients with market insights and salary benchmarking for sales positions.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets for sales and business development roles.
• Stay abreast of trends in sales, business development, and recruitment best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in recruitment, with a strong specialization in sales and business development roles.
• Proven ability to identify, attract, and place top-performing sales professionals.
• Excellent understanding of sales processes, KPIs, and various sales methodologies.
• Strong networking, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience working in a remote or hybrid environment is essential.
• Familiarity with the business landscape in the Paarl, Western Cape region is a plus.
• Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment technologies.
• A proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented mindset.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with an uncapped commission structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility and autonomy.
• Opportunity to specialize in a high-demand recruitment niche.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Work with a dynamic and forward-thinking recruitment team.
• Direct impact on the commercial success of client organizations.
• Access to advanced recruitment tools and resources.