Senior Executive Recruitment Partner

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Remote work

Professional development

Senior leadership exposure

Sophisticated tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Executive Recruitment Partner to lead its remote executive search practice. This role targets high-stakes searches for CEO, CFO, CIO, and other senior leaders, engaging with C-suite and board members across industries.

You will design bespoke search strategies, assess candidates rigorously, advise clients on market trends, and manage complex negotiations, all within a fully remote, autonomous environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in executive search and retained recruitment.
• Proven success placing senior executives in Challenging markets.
• Ability to operate fully remote with autonomy.
• Exceptional networking and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full-cycle executive searches for senior leadership roles.
• Develop bespoke search strategies to attract passive candidates.
• Build and nurture relationships with C-suite executives and clients.
• Perform candidate assessments, interviews, and background checks.
• Provide market insights on trends and compensation benchmarks.
• Lead negotiations and ensure smooth placements.
• Contribute to growth and development of the executive search practice.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional ethics.

Skills

Executive search

C-suite engagement

Networking

Negotiation

Remote work experience

Education

Master's degree

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished recruitment consultancy, is actively seeking a highly accomplished Senior Executive Recruitment Partner to spearhead their remote executive search practice. This senior role is designed for an individual with a profound understanding of executive-level talent acquisition and a proven ability to engage with C-suite executives and board members. Operating remotely, you will be responsible for conducting high-stakes executive searches for leadership positions across various industries. You will build and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring the highest standards of service and delivery. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional market intelligence, a robust network, and a sophisticated approach to identifying and attracting top-tier executive talent. This position offers the autonomy and flexibility of a remote role coupled with the impact of shaping leadership teams for significant organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct full-cycle executive searches for senior leadership roles (CEO, CFO, CIO, VPs, Directors) across diverse sectors.
• Develop and execute bespoke search strategies to identify and attract elite passive candidates.
• Build and nurture long-term, trusted relationships with C-suite executives, industry leaders, and hiring organizations.
• Perform rigorous candidate assessments, including in-depth interviews, reference checks, and background verifications.
• Provide strategic counsel to clients on market trends, talent availability, and compensation benchmarks for executive roles.
• Manage complex negotiation processes and ensure a seamless transition for placed executives.
• Contribute to the strategic growth and development of the executive search practice.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the highest ethical standards throughout the search process.
• Leverage executive search databases, networking platforms, and industry events to expand reach and identify potential candidates.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of dedicated experience in executive search and retained recruitment.
• Demonstrated success in placing senior-level executives within challenging markets.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a fully remote, autonomous environment.
• Exceptional networking skills and an extensive professional network at the executive level.
• Superior research, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• A strong understanding of corporate governance and various industry landscapes.
• Discretion, integrity, and a highly professional demeanor.

Benefits

• A highly competitive compensation package, including a substantial base salary and performance-based incentives.
• The flexibility and autonomy of a 100% remote role, allowing for work from anywhere within Centurion, Gauteng 's broader operational influence.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact executive searches for leading organizations.
• Access to sophisticated search tools and resources.
• Professional development opportunities and the chance to build a market-leading practice.
• Direct collaboration with senior leadership within the client organization.
• A supportive and results-driven remote work culture.