Senior Recruitment Consultant - Tech Specialization

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Commission structure

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is expanding its virtual talent acquisition team with a Senior Recruitment Consultant. This fully remote role operates across South Africa, focusing on IT and technology recruitment.

You will source, engage, and place top talent while driving business development, client relationships, and an exceptional candidate experience. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in agency or in-house IT recruitment, strong ATS experience, and thrives in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.
• Proven IT/tech recruitment experience.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead full recruitment lifecycle for mid-to-senior IT/tech roles.
• Proactively identify and engage passive candidates across platforms.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships across portfolios.
• Conduct initial screenings and in-depth interviews assessing technical and cultural fit.
• Manage candidate expectations and guide through interview and offers.
• Collaborate with hiring managers on recruitment strategies and campaigns.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets and KPIs within timelines.
• Stay updated on industry trends and recruitment best practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of recruitment processes and tools.

Skills

Tech recruitment

Candidate sourcing

Client relationship

Interviewing

Negotiation

Networking

Remote work

Self-motivation

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent recruitment consultancy, is seeking to expand its virtual talent acquisition team with a highly motivated and experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will play a pivotal role in sourcing, engaging, and placing top-tier talent across various industries, with a strong emphasis on the technology sector. This role requires a proactive approach to business development, client relationship management, and candidate experience. As a remote-first organisation, we provide robust virtual infrastructure and support to ensure your success and well-being. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, adept at building and nurturing professional networks, and passionate about connecting exceptional individuals with outstanding career opportunities. Your expertise in understanding complex client needs and identifying ideal candidate profiles will be crucial.

Key Responsibilities

• Spearhead the full recruitment lifecycle for mid-to-senior level positions, primarily focusing on IT and technology roles.
• Proactively identify and engage passive candidates through advanced sourcing strategies across various online platforms and professional networks.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with a diverse portfolio of clients, understanding their unique hiring challenges and organizational cultures.
• Conduct thorough initial screening and in-depth interviews to assess candidate suitability, technical skills, and cultural fit.
• Manage candidate expectations, provide constructive feedback, and guide them through the interview and offer process.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to develop effective recruitment strategies and advertising campaigns.
• Achieve and exceed agreed-upon placement targets and key performance indicators within designated timeframes.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, market intelligence, and best practices in recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of recruitment processes and tools.

Requirements

• Proven track record of success as a Recruitment Consultant, preferably with a specialization in IT or technology recruitment.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in agency or in-house recruitment.
• Demonstrable experience in using various recruitment tools and ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems).
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to build rapport with clients at all levels.
• Self-motivated, highly organised, and able to work autonomously in a remote setting.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset with a passion for recruitment.
• Excellent understanding of the South African job market, particularly within Pietermaritzburg and surrounding regions, is advantageous but not mandatory due to the remote nature.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an attractive commission structure.
• Opportunity to work in a fully remote, flexible, and supportive environment.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment technology and resources.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Be part of a dynamic and collaborative team culture, even remotely.
• Exposure to a wide range of exciting client engagements and challenging roles.
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing consultancy.