Senior Recruitment Consultant (Executive and Professional Roles)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 550.000 - 900.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Commission

Bonuses

Fully remote

Professional development

Health benefits

Team culture

Networking events

Generous leave

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant for a fully remote role. You will source and place executive and senior professional talent across diverse industries, manage the full lifecycle from client consultations to offer negotiations, and ensure an exceptional candidate experience in a remote‑first environment.

The ideal candidate brings 6+ years in recruitment consultancy, strong headhunting and sourcing skills, excellent communication and negotiation abilities,

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 6 years in recruitment consultancy, with a track record in executive and senior professionals.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fully remote setting.

Aufgaben

• Manage complex recruitment assignments for executive and senior professional roles.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to attract top talent.
• Screen interviews and assessments to evaluate fit and qualifications.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and candidates.
• Negotiate offers and manage onboarding processes.
• Provide market insights, salary benchmarking and talent intelligence.

Kenntnisse

Executive recruitment

Headhunting

Relationship building

Negotiation

Remote work autonomy

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or HR

Tools

ATS

CRM software

Video conferencing

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished recruitment consultancy with a strong presence in Sandton, Gauteng, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Recruitment Consultant. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your expertise from anywhere. The role focuses on sourcing and placing high-caliber executive and professional talent across various industries. You will manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, from initial client consultations to final offer negotiations, ensuring exceptional service delivery and candidate satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the recruitment market, advanced sourcing techniques, and a proven ability to build and nurture strong relationships with both clients and candidates. As a remote-first organization, we provide robust support systems and foster a collaborative virtual environment. This position offers a significant opportunity for a driven professional to make a substantial impact, work with a prestigious client base, and contribute to the strategic growth of our clients within the competitive Sandton business landscape and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex recruitment assignments for executive and senior professional roles across diverse sectors.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to identify and attract top-tier talent.
• Conduct thorough candidate screenings, interviews, and assessments to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural alignment.
• Build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with clients and candidates.
• Negotiate offers of employment and manage the onboarding process effectively.
• Provide expert market insights, talent intelligence, and salary benchmarking to clients.
• Utilize advanced search techniques and recruitment technologies to optimize candidate engagement.
• Ensure a seamless and positive candidate experience at every stage of the recruitment process.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records and recruitment progress in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure cohesive service delivery and achieve recruitment goals.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in recruitment consultancy, with a proven track record in placing executive and senior-level professionals.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex search assignments and building client relationships.
• Expertise in various sourcing methodologies, including headhunting and advanced online search techniques.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities effectively in a fully remote setting.
• Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS), CRM software, and virtual collaboration tools.
• A strong understanding of current market trends and talent dynamics across different industries.
• A proactive, results-oriented approach with a commitment to quality and client service.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field is highly desirable.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with an attractive commission structure.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives for outstanding achievements.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment technologies and resources.
• Exposure to high-profile clients and challenging recruitment projects.
• Generous annual leave and holiday entitlements.
• Regular virtual team-building events and professional networking opportunities.