Senior IT Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commission

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & development

Office in Randburg

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior IT Recruitment Specialist to join the Randburg team. You will own the full recruitment lifecycle for IT roles, sourcing candidates, conducting technical assessments, and placing top talent across software development, cloud, cybersecurity, data science, and networks.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in IT recruitment, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a track record of building strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in IT recruitment with proven track record.
• Deep knowledge of IT domains: software dev, cloud, cybersecurity, data science, networks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management.
• Proficient with ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter and sourcing tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/HR or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle for IT roles from junior to senior.
• Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to identify top IT talent.
• Screen candidates, conduct technical interviews and assess fit.
• Build strong relationships with clients in technology sector.
• Understand client requirements and advise on market trends and talent availability.
• Negotiate offers and oversee onboarding of placed candidates.
• Meet and exceed individual and team placement targets.
• Stay updated on IT trends and talent landscape.
• Mentor junior IT recruitment team members.

Skills

IT recruitment

Stakeholder management

Sourcing strategies

Interviewing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Sourcing platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy known for its expertise in the technology sector, is seeking a Senior IT Recruitment Specialist to join their bustling office in Randburg, Gauteng. This is a critical role responsible for sourcing, engaging, and placing highly skilled IT professionals, including software developers, network engineers, cybersecurity experts, and IT project managers. You will leverage your deep understanding of the tech landscape and your extensive network to connect top talent with innovative companies. The ideal candidate is proactive, possesses excellent assessment skills, and excels at building strong relationships with both clients and candidates. This is an on-site position, based in their vibrant Randburg office, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment. We are dedicated to empowering businesses with the technology talent they need to thrive. This is a superb opportunity for an experienced IT recruiter to enhance their career in a fast-paced, high-demand market.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for a wide range of IT roles, from junior to senior levels.
• Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies using advanced tools and techniques to identify top IT talent.
• Conduct thorough candidate screening, technical interviews, and assessments to evaluate skills and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients in the technology sector.
• Understand clients' technical requirements and provide expert advice on market trends and talent availability.
• Negotiate offers and ensure a smooth onboarding process for placed candidates.
• Achieve and exceed individual and team placement targets.
• Stay abreast of the latest IT trends, emerging technologies, and the competitive talent landscape.
• Mentor junior members of the IT recruitment team.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in IT recruitment, with a proven track record of success.
• In-depth knowledge of various IT domains, including software development (e.g., Java, Python, .NET), cloud computing (AWS, Azure), cybersecurity, data science, and network infrastructure.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in using modern recruitment technologies, ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex searches and build a strong talent pipeline.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Human Resources, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Randburg, Gauteng, and available for an on-site role.
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and an attractive uncapped commission structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and training in IT recruitment best practices.
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative office environment in Randburg.
• Exposure to exciting technology companies and cutting-edge projects.
• Career progression opportunities within a leading consultancy.