Senior IT Recruiter

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary with performance‑dr

Professional development support

Access to recruitment tech tools

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking an experienced Senior IT Recruiter to join our client’s dynamic team. You will source and place highly skilled IT professionals for a range of technology projects.

You will leverage your deep IT industry knowledge, network, and ATS tools to assess candidates, manage client relationships, and oversee offers and onboarding for both contract and permanent roles. This hybrid role offers career growth and exposure to leading tech firms.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of IT recruitment experience.
• Strong understanding of IT roles, technologies, and languages.
• Experience sourcing via advanced search techniques and networks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management.
• Experience with ATS and recruitment marketing tools.

Responsibilities

• Source, attract, and screen IT professionals for contracts and permanent roles.
• Conduct in-depth technical interviews and assessments.
• Manage client relationships, understand requirements, and provide market insights.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate onboarding for IT talent.
• Stay updated on IT trends to source relevant candidates.
• Collaborate with marketing on targeted IT recruitment campaigns.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Sourcing & networks

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ATS

Recruitment marketing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialized recruitment consultancy, is seeking an experienced Senior IT Recruiter to join their dynamic team based in Port Elizabeth . This role focuses on sourcing and placing highly skilled IT professionals for a range of clients in the technology sector. You will leverage your deep understanding of the IT landscape and your extensive network to identify top talent for roles ranging from software development to cybersecurity and cloud infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact within the growing tech market of the Eastern Cape , contributing to critical hiring decisions for innovative companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, attract, and screen high-quality IT professionals for contract and permanent positions.
• Conduct in-depth technical interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate qualifications.
• Manage client relationships, understand their technical requirements, and provide market insights.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate the onboarding process for IT talent.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and IT market trends to proactively source relevant candidates.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop targeted recruitment campaigns for IT roles.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience specifically in IT recruitment, either in-house or agency.
• Strong understanding of various IT roles, technologies, and programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Cloud, Cybersecurity).
• Proven ability to source candidates through advanced search techniques and industry networks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment marketing tools.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and an attractive performance-based bonus structure.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with leading technology firms and challenging IT projects.
• Continuous learning and professional development support in the IT recruitment space.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment with a focus on results.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment technologies and resources.