Senior Recruitment Consultant - Executive Search

Placements24; Sandton; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24, a premier executive search firm, is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to lead executive-level placements from Sandton, Gauteng. This role offers fully remote work and a strategic mandate to identify, assess, and secure C-suite leaders, directors and senior managers across diverse industries.

You will manage complex searches, build trusted relationships with candidates and clients, mentor junior consultants, and drive business development while upholding confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of recruitment experience with a significant focus on executive search.
• Proven success in placing C-suite and senior leadership roles across diverse sectors.
• Expertise in advanced sourcing techniques and candidate engagement for senior talent.
• Exceptional assessment, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of organizational dynamics.
• Ability to work independently, manage highly confidential searches, and thrive remotely.
• Excellent relationship-building and networking capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end executive search assignments for senior leadership positions.
• Develop and execute sophisticated sourcing strategies to identify elite talent.
• Engage, assess, and vet candidates for strategic and leadership competencies.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with C-suite executives and hiring managers.
• Provide expert market intelligence and advisory services on executive talent.
• Manage complex offer negotiations and facilitate smooth transitions for executives.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management.
• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to team development.
• Achieve and exceed targets for executive placements and client satisfaction.

Skills

Executive search

C-suite placements

Candidate engagement

Negotiation

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier executive search firm, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to lead executive-level placements. This role is based in Sandton, Gauteng , and offers a fully remote working arrangement, providing significant flexibility. You will specialize in identifying, assessing, and securing top-tier executive talent, including C-suite leaders, directors, and senior management across various industries. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a seasoned professional with a proven track record in executive search and a deep understanding of leadership roles. You will manage complex searches, build trusted relationships with high-caliber candidates and influential clients, and contribute significantly to our client's strategic growth. Our client fosters a collaborative, results-driven remote culture where expertise and dedication are highly valued. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, an exceptional communicator, and possesses a robust professional network. Your ability to navigate sensitive executive searches with discretion and professionalism will be paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end executive search assignments for senior leadership positions.
• Develop and execute sophisticated sourcing strategies to identify elite talent.
• Engage, assess, and vet candidates for strategic and leadership competencies.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with C-suite executives and hiring managers.
• Provide expert market intelligence and advisory services on executive talent.
• Manage complex offer negotiations and facilitate smooth transitions for executives.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management.
• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to team development.
• Achieve and exceed targets for executive placements and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in recruitment, with a significant focus on executive search.
• Demonstrated success in placing C-suite and senior leadership roles across diverse sectors.
• Proven expertise in advanced sourcing techniques and candidate engagement for senior talent.
• Exceptional assessment, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of organizational dynamics.
• Ability to work independently, manage highly confidential searches, and thrive remotely.
• Excellent relationship-building and networking capabilities.
• A relevant Bachelor's degree is required; an MBA or advanced degree is advantageous.
• Highly organized, strategic, and results-oriented professional.
• Adaptable and committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and substantial performance-based bonus structure.
• Fully remote working environment with maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Access to a global network and high-profile client base.
• Supportive and elite remote working culture.
• Opportunity to shape leadership teams in top organizations.
• Performance recognition and rewards.
• Contribution to a highly respected executive search firm.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate global interactions.