Senior Recruitment Consultant - Tech & Digital

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Industry tools and technology access

Team-building and wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 is actively seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our client in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. The role blends in-office collaboration with remote flexibility to recruit top tech and digital talent for regional clients.

You will manage full-cycle recruitment, engage with senior stakeholders, and drive growth while maintaining excellent client relationships in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in recruitment consultancy, with focus on technology and digital sectors.
• Demonstrated success in full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, and offer management.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of IT roles (software development, data science, cybersecurity, digital marketing).
• Proficiency in recruitment software, ATS, and social media sourcing.
• Ability to work independently and in a hybrid work environment.
• Experience in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source, identify, and engage with high-calibre candidates across technology and digital specializations.
• Conduct in-depth client consultations to understand recruitment needs, culture, and technical requirements.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment: screening, scheduling, offers, and onboarding support.
• Build and maintain a strong network of candidates through sourcing strategies and events.
• Develop innovative recruitment strategies to attract niche skill sets.
• Provide market insights on salary benchmarks, talent availability, and trends.
• Foster long-lasting relationships with clients and candidates throughout the lifecycle.
• Meet and strive to exceed KPIs for placement volume, revenue, and client satisfaction.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Relationship building

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or HR

Tools

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Recruitment Consultant to join their dynamic team in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to leverage their expertise in identifying and attracting top talent within the highly competitive technology and digital sectors. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the careers of professionals and assisting innovative companies in building their dream teams. The role offers a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, allowing for optimal work-life balance. The successful candidate will be instrumental in driving business growth and maintaining the company's reputation for excellence. We are looking for a strategic thinker with a proven track record of success in recruitment and a passion for connecting talent with opportunity. This role is crucial for expanding our client's footprint in the region and fostering long-term client relationships. The opportunity is based in the vibrant city of Pietermaritzburg, offering a unique lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively source, identify, and engage with high-calibre candidates across various technology and digital specializations.
• Conduct in-depth client consultations to understand their unique recruitment needs, company culture, and technical requirements.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from initial candidate screening and interview scheduling to offer negotiation and onboarding support.
• Build and maintain a strong network of passive and active candidates through strategic sourcing methods, including LinkedIn, professional networks, and industry events.
• Develop and implement innovative recruitment strategies to attract niche skill sets.
• Provide expert advice and market insights to clients regarding salary benchmarks, talent availability, and recruitment trends.
• Foster strong, long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates, ensuring a positive experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Achieve and exceed agreed-upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to placement volume, revenue generation, and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the broader recruitment team to share market intelligence and best practices.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in recruitment consultancy, with a significant focus on the technology and digital sectors.
• Demonstrated success in full-cycle recruitment, including candidate sourcing, interviewing, and offer management.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• A strong understanding of the technology landscape and various IT roles (e.g., software development, data science, cybersecurity, digital marketing).
• Proficiency in using recruitment software, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and social media platforms for sourcing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a hybrid work environment.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to build rapport with senior stakeholders.
• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
• Resilience and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Experience in the Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal region is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an attractive, uncapped commission structure.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing consultancy.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment tools and technologies.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture that values innovation and performance.
• Potential for international exposure through our global network.
• Regular team-building events and social activities.
• Health and wellness programs to support employee well-being.
• A hybrid work model that provides flexibility and promotes a healthy work-life balance.