Senior Recruitment Consultant - Tech Sector Specialist

Placements24; East London; Hybride; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Uncapped commission

Career progression

Comprehensive training

Access to premium recruitment tools

International exposure

Team-building activities

Résumé du poste

Placements24, a leading recruitment consultancy with a strong East London footprint, seeks a Senior Recruitment Consultant to drive growth in the technology recruitment division across the South African market.

You will develop strategic sourcing plans, manage full lifecycle recruitment, and build lasting client relationships while mentoring junior colleagues in a fast-paced, result-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recruitment consultancy experience, with tech focus.
• Strong understanding of IT roles, skills, and SA market.
• Proven ability to manage demanding client portfolios and deliver.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsabilités

• Develop strategic sourcing plans to attract tech candidates.
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from brief to placement.
• Build and nurture a diverse client portfolio across industries in East London.
• Analyse client needs to define role specs and candidate profiles.
• Conduct interviews, assess fit, and provide feedback to clients.
• Negotiate offers and coordinate onboarding for placed candidates.
• Keep abreast of market trends and industry best practices.
• Contribute to business development and expansion efforts.
• Mentor junior consultants to maintain high performance.

Connaissances

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Tech recruitment

ATS / LinkedIn Recruiter

Independent worker

Formation

HR / Business degree

Outils

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy with a strong presence in East London, Eastern Cape , is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial in driving the growth of their technology recruitment division, focusing on sourcing and placing top-tier talent within the South African market. You will be instrumental in developing and maintaining strong client relationships, understanding their unique hiring needs, and delivering exceptional recruitment solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact in a fast-paced and rewarding environment, contributing directly to the firm's success and expansion within the Eastern Cape region. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the tech landscape and a proven track record in executive search and high-volume recruitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to identify and attract high-calibre candidates within the technology sector.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial client brief and candidate sourcing to offer negotiation and placement.
• Build and nurture strong, long-lasting relationships with a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries in East London .
• Conduct in-depth client needs analysis to accurately define role specifications and candidate profiles.
• Conduct professional interviews, assess candidate suitability, and provide detailed feedback to clients.
• Negotiate employment offers and ensure a smooth onboarding process for placed candidates.
• Stay abreast of market trends, competitor activities, and industry best practices within recruitment.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and identify new opportunities for service expansion.
• Mentor and guide junior consultants, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team culture.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years' proven experience in recruitment consultancy, with a demonstrable specialization in the technology sector.
• Excellent understanding of various IT roles, skill sets, and market demands within South Africa .
• Proven ability to manage a demanding client portfolio and deliver exceptional service.
• Strong business acumen and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and databases (e.g., ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a target-driven environment.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is advantageous.
• Demonstrated success in exceeding recruitment targets and KPIs.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission structure.
• Opportunity to work with a prestigious client base in the growing Eastern Cape tech market.
• Comprehensive training and professional development programs.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment with a clear career progression path.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment tools and technologies.
• Regular team-building activities and social events.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Potential for international exposure within the recruitment network.