Senior Recruitment Consultant (Remote First)

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive commission structure

Fully remote work environment

Access to recruitment technology and工具

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant for a fully remote role serving clients across South Africa. You will source, screen, and place top talent while mentoring junior consultants and contributing to strategic planning.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of recruitment experience, strong business development skills, and a deep understanding of the SA job market. You will work autonomously in a remote-first setup to drive growth and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in recruitment consultancy, track record of placing candidates in demanding roles.
• Experience handling end-to-end recruitment from sourcing to offer negotiation.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Source, identify and engage high-calibre candidates using multiple channels.
• Screen candidates through in-depth interviews assessing skills and fit.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment lifecycle across multiple vacancies.
• Build and nurture client relationships, understand hiring needs, provide recruitment guidance.
• Negotiate offers and manage onboarding for successful hires.
• Generate new business leads and expand the client base through proactive BD.
• Stay informed on market trends and identify opportunities.

Skills

5+ years recruitment

End-to-end recruitment

Business development

Client relationship mgmt

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS proficiency

Education

Tertiary qualification (preferred)

Tools

ATS systems

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to join their rapidly expanding team. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will play a pivotal role in identifying, attracting, and engaging top talent for a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries. This role is designed for a self-starter who thrives in a remote-first environment and possesses exceptional interpersonal and business development skills. As a senior member of the team, you will also be expected to mentor junior consultants and contribute to strategic planning, all while maintaining a high level of autonomy and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively source, identify, and engage with high-calibre candidates using a variety of methods including LinkedIn Recruiter, database searches, and networking.
• Conduct thorough candidate screening, including in-depth interviews, to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit for client roles.
• Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle for multiple vacancies simultaneously, ensuring a positive candidate and client experience.
• Develop and nurture strong relationships with clients, understanding their hiring needs and providing expert recruitment advice.
• Negotiate offers and manage the onboarding process for successful candidates.
• Generate new business leads and expand the client base through proactive business development activities.
• Stay abreast of market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.
• Mentor and coach junior recruitment consultants, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of recruitment strategies and best practices.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in recruitment consultancy, with a track record of success in placing candidates in demanding roles.
• Demonstrable experience in end-to-end recruitment, from sourcing to offer negotiation.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business development and client relationship management abilities.
• Proficiency in using recruitment databases, ATS systems, and professional networking platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter).
• A self-motivated individual with excellent time management and organizational skills, capable of working independently in a remote setting.
• A deep understanding of the South African job market is highly advantageous.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet challenging targets.
• A relevant tertiary qualification is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive commission structure with uncapped earning potential.
• Fully remote working environment, providing ultimate flexibility.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment technology and tools.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team.
• Be part of a growing consultancy with a strong reputation in the market.
• Career progression opportunities for high achievers.