Senior Recruitment Consultant - Executive Search

Placements24; Midrand; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Remote work infrastructure

Professional development

Cutting-edge recruitment tools

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant for a fully remote, permanent position in South Africa. You will own the end-to-end recruitment process for senior roles, engage with high-calibre clients, and manage candidate pipelines across diverse industries.

The role requires 5+ years in recruitment with executive search focus, strong stakeholder management, and proficiency with ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter. Remote work is supported from anywhere within South Africa.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven recruitment consultancy experience with executive/retained search focus.
• Ability to manage complex projects and tight deadlines.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency with recruitment technologies including ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Strong knowledge of South Africa employment practices and laws.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to attract senior-level candidates.
• Conduct competency-based interviews and behavioural evaluations.
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from brief to offer and onboarding support.
• Build and maintain relationships with a diverse client base.
• Provide market insights on talent availability and compensation trends.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a seamless candidate experience.
• Achieve and exceed individual and team targets.

Skills

Executive search

Stakeholder management

Sourcing strategies

Candidate assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration or related field

Tools

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

Our client, a prestigious recruitment consultancy, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Recruitment Consultant to join their rapidly expanding team. This is a fully remote, permanent position, offering the flexibility and autonomy to manage your client relationships and candidate pipelines from anywhere within South Africa. You will play a pivotal role in identifying and engaging top-tier talent for a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in executive search, a deep understanding of talent acquisition strategies, and an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional service. This role is designed for a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic, results-oriented environment and is adept at building strong, lasting professional networks. As a remote-first organisation, we provide the tools, support, and collaborative platform necessary for you to excel without geographical limitations. Your contribution will directly impact the success of our client's growth and their ability to attract the best professionals in the market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to identify and attract high-calibre candidates for senior-level positions.
• Conduct in-depth candidate assessments, including competency-based interviews and behavioural evaluations.
• Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, from initial client brief to offer negotiation and onboarding support.
• Build and maintain strong, proactive relationships with a diverse client base, understanding their specific hiring needs and market challenges.
• Utilize advanced search techniques and networking strategies to uncover passive candidates.
• Provide market intelligence and insights to clients on talent availability, compensation trends, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a seamless candidate and client experience.
• Achieve and exceed individual and team performance targets.
• Stay abreast of industry developments and recruitment best practices.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in recruitment consultancy, with a strong focus on executive search or retained search.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex recruitment projects and delivering against tight deadlines.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in utilizing various recruitment technologies, including ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing tools.
• A solid understanding of employment law and best practices in South Africa.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain high levels of productivity in a remote setting.
• A proactive and results-driven approach with a strong sense of ownership.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and uncapped commission structure.
• Comprehensive remote work infrastructure and support.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a leading consultancy.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment technology and resources.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from any approved location in South Africa.
• Generous leave policy and performance-based bonuses.
• Continuous training and development in executive search methodologies.