Senior Ai Architect & Tech Lead — Equity & Growth

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonuses and profit sharing

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24, a premier recruitment consultancy in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks a Senior AI Architect Tech Lead Equity Growth to lead tech and digital talent acquisition, shaping client talent strategies and building high-performance teams.

The role combines in-office collaboration with remote work, offering leadership over a diverse portfolio of technology roles, from software to AI/ML and cybersecurity. Candidates bring extensive leadership experience and a deep market understanding.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in recruitment with 4+ years in leadership.
• Experience leading tech/digital talent teams.
• Strong client management and business development skills.
• Hybrid work environment experience.
• Knowledge of the SA tech market.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of tech and digital recruitment specialists.
• Develop and implement innovative recruitment strategies to attract tech and digital talent.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle for complex technical roles.
• Drive business development and secure new client opportunities.
• Build and maintain strategic client relationships as a talent advisory partner.
• Provide market insights on talent trends & compensation benchmarks.
• Utilize modern sourcing tech, ATS, and CRM tools for optimal results.
• Champion diversity and inclusion in recruitment practices.

Skills

Recruitment leadership

AI/ML knowledge

Tech domain knowledge

Client management

Education

Tertiary qualification desirable

Tools

ATS

CRM systems

Job description

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About the Role

Our client, a prestigious recruitment consultancy located in the scenic Stellenbosch, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced Tech & Digital Recruitment Lead. This is a leadership opportunity to drive the acquisition of top talent within the rapidly evolving technology and digital landscape for our diverse clientele. You will be responsible for building and mentoring a team of specialized recruiters, developing cutting-edge sourcing strategies, and ensuring the highest quality of service delivery. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of technology roles (software development, data science, AI, cybersecurity, digital marketing, etc.), a proven track record in leading recruitment teams, and exceptional client management skills. This hybrid role offers the synergy of in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work, providing a balanced and productive professional environment. Join us in Stellenbosch and shape the future of tech talent acquisition.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of tech and digital recruitment specialists, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.
• Develop and implement innovative and effective recruitment strategies to attract top-tier technology and digital talent across various specializations.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle for complex technical and digital roles, ensuring exceptional candidate and client experiences.
• Drive business development efforts, identifying and securing new client opportunities within the tech and digital sectors.
• Build and maintain strong, strategic relationships with key clients, acting as a trusted advisor on talent acquisition matters.
• Conduct market research and provide clients with insightful data on talent trends, compensation benchmarks, and competitive hiring practices in the tech space.
• Ensure the team utilizes advanced sourcing techniques and recruitment technologies to their fullest potential.
• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives throughout the recruitment process.
• Monitor team performance, set targets, and ensure the achievement of key recruitment metrics.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in recruitment, with at least 4 years in a leadership role focused on technology and digital talent.
• Demonstrated success in leading and developing recruitment teams.
• In-depth knowledge of various technology domains, including software engineering, cloud computing, data analytics, cybersecurity, AI/ML, and digital marketing.
• Proven ability to attract and place niche and highly sought-after technical and digital professionals.
• Exceptional client relationship management and business development skills.
• Strong understanding of the South African tech talent market.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with modern recruitment technologies, ATS, and CRM systems.
• Ability to effectively manage and collaborate in a hybrid work setting.
• A relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., Computer Science, IT, Business, HR) is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary with significant performance-based bonuses and profit sharing.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and other employee benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced professional development, leadership training, and industry conferences.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment in Stellenbosch.
• The flexibility of a hybrid work model.
• Chance to work with innovative companies and shape their technical teams.
• Regular team-building activities and professional networking events.