Senior Recruitment Consultant - Financial Services

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Commission-based bonus

Career development support

Dynamic Randburg office

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, seeks an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant focused on the Financial Services sector. You will manage senior mandates, build relationships with financial institutions, and attract top professionals in a hybrid Randburg-based role.

You will develop sourcing strategies, conduct thorough interviews, and provide strategic advice on market trends and compensation benchmarks within finance.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of recruitment experience, with FS sector focus.
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and its players.
• Proven success recruiting for niche/hard-to-fill finance roles.
• Excellent client management, business development, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with advanced recruitment tools, databases, and ATS systems.
• Able to work in a hybrid Randburg environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle for senior and specialized FS roles.
• Develop and execute sophisticated sourcing strategies to identify top candidates.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and assessments of candidates' technical and financial acumen.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers at financial institutions.
• Provide strategic market insights on trends, benchmarks, and talent acquisition strategies.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate onboarding of senior hires.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and emerging talent pools.

Skills

Client management

Negotiation

ATS systems

Hybrid work

Analytical skills

Education

Finance / Economics / Business / HR degree

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

CRM / sourcing databases

ATS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy, is seeking an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to focus on the highly specialized Financial Services sector. This role is based in Randburg, Gauteng, and requires a deep understanding of the financial industry's talent needs, from banking and investment management to insurance and fintech. You will be responsible for managing high-level recruitment mandates, building strong relationships with key financial institutions, and attracting top-tier professionals. This is a hybrid role, allowing for effective client engagement through both remote collaboration and in-office meetings in Randburg. You will play a vital role in connecting talent with opportunity within one of South Africa's most critical economic sectors, contributing to the success of our client and their prestigious clientele in Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for senior and specialized roles within the Financial Services industry, including asset management, banking, insurance, and fintech.
• Develop and execute sophisticated sourcing strategies to identify high-caliber candidates, often from competitor firms.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' technical skills, financial acumen, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers at financial institutions.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on market trends, compensation benchmarks, and talent acquisition strategies within the financial sector.
• Negotiate complex offers and facilitate the onboarding of senior hires.
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes, market developments, and emerging talent pools within financial services.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of recruitment experience, with a proven track record in the Financial Services sector.
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry, its key players, and typical role requirements.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting for niche or hard-to-fill positions within finance.
• Excellent client management, business development, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in using advanced recruitment tools, databases, and ATS systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote tasks with essential in-office collaboration in Randburg.
• Strong analytical skills and a strategic approach to talent acquisition.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Economics, Business, or HR is preferred.

Benefits

This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and an attractive commission structure, commensurate with experience and performance. You will benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work model, allowing for a good work-life balance. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a reputable recruitment firm are provided. Work within a dynamic office environment in Randburg, Gauteng, with access to excellent resources and support. Engage with a sophisticated client base and work on challenging, high-impact recruitment assignments. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven recruiter to excel in the specialized field of financial services recruitment.