Senior Recruitment Consultant - IT

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work options

Professional development

Commission structure

Job summary

Placements24 in Mpumalanga (Nelspruit) seeks a Senior IT Recruitment Consultant to source, assess and place top IT professionals for a diverse client base. You will lead the full recruitment cycle, develop innovative sourcing strategies, and build strong client relationships within a dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years IT recruitment experience, strong knowledge of IT terminologies and tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter and ATS, paired with excellent communication and negotiation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT recruitment experience, preferably in a recruitment agency.
• Proven success recruiting for a wide range of IT roles and technologies.
• Strong knowledge of IT terminology, market dynamics, and sourcing tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for IT professionals across multiple roles.
• Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to attract passive IT candidates.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships and understand technology stacks.
• Assess candidates' technical skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Negotiate offers and manage onboarding for successful placements.
• Stay updated on IT industry trends and salary benchmarks.

Skills

IT recruitment

Candidate sourcing

Stakeholder management

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic Recruitment Consultancy operating in Nelspruit , is seeking an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant with a specialization in Information Technology (IT). This role requires a strategic thinker who can effectively source, assess, and place top IT talent for a diverse client base. You will leverage your deep understanding of the IT market, advanced sourcing techniques, and strong client management skills to drive success in this vital sector. Join a forward-thinking firm in Mpumalanga that offers a collaborative environment and significant career growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for IT professionals, including developers, network engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and IT managers.
• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract highly skilled and often passive IT candidates.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients, understanding their technology stacks and hiring needs.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments, evaluating technical skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Negotiate offers and manage the onboarding process for successful placements.
• Stay current with IT industry trends, emerging technologies, and salary benchmarks.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in IT recruitment, preferably within a recruitment agency.
• Proven success in recruiting for a wide range of IT roles and technologies.
• Excellent knowledge of IT terminology, skill sets, and market dynamics.
• Proficiency in using various recruitment tools, including LinkedIn Recruiter and ATS.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based commission structure.
• Flexible remote work options available.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialized training in IT recruitment.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment in Nelspruit .
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and innovative client companies.