Senior IT Recruitment Consultant (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus

Fully remote position

Professional development opportunities

Medical & retirement benefits

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior IT Recruitment Consultant to join its fully remote recruitment team. You will lead end-to-end IT recruitment for roles ranging from junior developers to senior architects, leveraging deep tech knowledge and advanced sourcing to build strong pipelines.

This remote-first role emphasizes strategic sourcing, stakeholder management, and delivering high-quality candidates across distributed settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in IT recruitment.
• Experience recruiting across software development, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data science, and PM roles.
• Proven ability to attract niche IT talent in a distributed/remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for IT roles.
• Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand requirements and build pipelines.
• Conduct technical and behavioral interviews to assess fit.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate a smooth hiring process.

Skills

Recruitment

Sourcing

Remote teamwork

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/HR

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

CRM

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding IT solutions provider, is seeking a highly experienced Senior IT Recruitment Consultant to join their fully remote recruitment team. This critical role will focus on identifying, attracting, and securing top‑tier IT professionals across all levels, from junior developers to senior architects and project managers. You will leverage your deep understanding of the technology landscape and your exceptional sourcing skills to build robust talent pipelines. As a remote‑first organization, we offer a flexible and collaborative working environment where you can thrive. This is an outstanding opportunity to make a significant impact by scaling our client's technology teams and shaping their future workforce. We are looking for a self‑motivated individual with a passion for technology recruitment and a proven ability to deliver results in a distributed setting. This role demands a strategic approach to IT talent acquisition.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for a wide range of IT roles, including software development, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data science, and project management.
• Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies to attract highly skilled and specialized IT talent.
• Partner closely with hiring managers and technical leads to understand their requirements and build strong candidate pipelines.
• Conduct in-depth technical screening and behavioral interviews to assess candidate suitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with IT professionals and key industry influencers.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate the hiring process, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and clients.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, IT trends, and the competitive talent market.
• Utilize advanced recruitment tools and techniques, including Boolean search, social media, and professional networks.
• Contribute to the development of employer branding initiatives within the IT sector.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT recruitment, with a proven track record of success.
• Deep understanding of various IT roles, technologies (e.g., cloud, AI, DevOps, specific programming languages), and industry trends.
• Demonstrated ability to source and attract niche IT talent effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working successfully in a remote or distributed recruitment team.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), CRM platforms, and advanced sourcing tools.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
• Must be eligible to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and excellent performance‑based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid time off and flexible remote working hours.
• Access to leading‑edge recruitment technology and resources.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in IT recruitment.
• Fully remote position offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy.
• Chance to work with a leading technology company and influence its talent strategy.