Senior Recruitment Consultant - Financial Services

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lucrative commission structure

Professional development opportunities

Networking events

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24, based in Port Elizabeth, seeks a Senior Recruitment Consultant specializing in Financial Services to connect top professionals with leading financial institutions across South Africa. The role emphasizes building client partnerships, delivering market insights, and driving recruitment success within the Eastern Cape.

You will manage end-to-end recruitment for banking, insurance, asset management and related financial services roles, while developing long-term relationships with key

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in recruitment with demonstrable success in Financial Services.
• Strong knowledge of the financial services industry, its players, and career paths.
• Proven ability to build and maintain a professional network within the sector.
• Familiarity with modern recruitment methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for roles in banking, insurance, asset management and other financial services areas.
• Source and engage with high-caliber candidates including financial analysts, investment bankers, compliance officers and risk managers.
• Develop and nurture long-term relationships with key stakeholders in financial institutions across South Africa.
• Provide expert advice to clients on talent acquisition strategies, market insights and compensation trends in financial services.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments evaluating technical skills and cultural fit.
• Achieve and surpass ambitious placement and revenue targets for the financial services division.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Client management

ATS familiarity

Networking

Education

Finance / Economics / Business / HR degree

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly reputable Recruitment Consultancy based in Port Elizabeth, is seeking an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to specialize in the Financial Services sector. This role requires a deep understanding of the financial industry's talent needs and a proven ability to connect top-tier professionals with leading financial institutions. You will play a crucial role in driving recruitment success, building strong client partnerships, and contributing to the firm's reputation for excellence within the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for roles within banking, insurance, asset management, and other financial services areas.
• Source and engage with high-caliber candidates, including financial analysts, investment bankers, compliance officers, and risk managers.
• Develop and nurture long-term relationships with key stakeholders in financial institutions across South Africa.
• Provide expert advice to clients on talent acquisition strategies, market insights, and compensation trends in financial services.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments, evaluating both technical skills and cultural fit.
• Achieve and surpass ambitious placement and revenue targets for the financial services division.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in recruitment, with a strong focus and demonstrable success in placing professionals within the Financial Services sector.
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry, its key players, and typical career paths.
• Proven ability to build and maintain a strong professional network within the sector.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and modern recruitment methodologies.
• A relevant degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or Human Resources is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a lucrative commission structure tailored to the financial services market.
• Opportunity to work in a dedicated and specialized team within a well-established Recruitment Consultancy.
• Be based in the vibrant city of Port Elizabeth with a focus on the local and national financial sector.
• Access to continuous professional development and networking events.
• A professional and supportive work environment committed to achieving excellence.