Senior Recruiter

OpenSource Intelligent Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Parktown seeks an experienced Senior Recruiter passionate about matching talent with opportunities in the IT and SAP sector. This high-impact role involves managing the recruitment lifecycle, engaging clients, and identifying top talent. Applicants should have over 5 years of agency recruitment experience and strong understanding of IT disciplines. This is an onsite position with a dynamic team, contributing strategically to the growth of the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in IT and SAP recruitment (agency).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven track record in managing a full 360 desk.
• In-depth understanding of IT disciplines and SAP modules.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete recruitment lifecycle from business development to candidate placement.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand technical and cultural requirements.
• Proactively identify and engage top IT and SAP talent.
• Build and maintain candidate pipelines for both contract and permanent roles.
• Conduct technical interviews and competency assessments.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

IT disciplines understanding

Proactive mindset

Job description

We’re Hiring: Senior Recruiter (Permanent)

Location: Parktown, Johannesburg — Onsite

Are you a driven Senior Recruiter in the IT or SAP environment with a passion for matching exceptional talent with cutting‑edge opportunities? Join our dynamic team in Parktown and help us grow the future of IT and SAP!

You’ll play a key role in sourcing, screening, and securing top‑tier professionals in the IT and SAP sector. This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role where you’ll partner closely with clients and bring strategic insight to every stage of the recruitment process.

What You’ll Do:

Full 360 Recruitment Ownership:

• Manage the complete recruitment lifecycle — from business development and client engagement to candidate placement and post-hire follow‑up.
• Partner with hiring managers and clients to understand their technical and cultural requirements.
• Proactively identify and engage top IT and SAP talent across multiple platforms (LinkedIn, job portals, networking, referrals, and headhunting).
• Build and maintain robust candidate pipelines for both contract and permanent roles.
• Conduct detailed technical interviews and competency assessments to ensure strong candidate-client alignment.
• Negotiate offers, manage counteroffers, and guide candidates through the onboarding process.

Business Development & Client Management:

• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing clients within the IT and SAP sectors.
• Identify opportunities for business expansion and provide strategic talent insights to clients.
• Present tailored recruitment solutions and market intelligence to decision‑makers.

Market Expertise & Strategy:

• Stay up to date on IT and SAP market trends, salary benchmarks, and in‑demand skill sets.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve recruitment strategies, enhance employer branding, and streamline processes.
• Represent the company professionally at industry events, networking sessions, and client meetings.

Requirements:

• 5+ years’ experience in IT and SAP recruitment (agency).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• A proven track record in managing a full 360 desk and achieving or exceeding placement targets.
• In‑depth understanding of IT disciplines (infrastructure, development, ERP, cloud, cybersecurity, AI, etc.) and SAP modules (FI / CO, MM, SD, HCM, etc.).
• A proactive, results‑driven mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

If you’re passionate about connecting people with opportunities that make a difference — and thrive in a fast‑paced — we want to hear from you!

Apply today and take the next step in your recruitment career with us. Send your CV to [e-mail]