Senior Recruitment Consultant - Tech Specialization

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Remote-friendly environment

Cutting-edge recruitment tech

Professional development

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is expanding its remote talent acquisition team in South Africa and seeks a Senior Recruitment Consultant to source, engage and place top IT professionals. You will drive full lifecycle recruitment, build client relationships, and implement effective sourcing strategies from a remote setup.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in recruitment (IT/tech preferred), strong stakeholder management, and autonomy to work in a remote-first environment within South Africa.

Qualifications

• 5+ years recruitment experience in agency or in‑house roles.
• Proven track record as Recruitment Consultant, IT/tech recruitment preferred.
• Experience with recruitment tools and ATS.
• Remote work capability with proactive work approach.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle for mid-to-senior IT/tech roles.
• Identify and engage passive candidates across platforms.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and understand hiring challenges.
• Screen candidates and conduct in-depth interviews to assess fit.
• Coordinate with hiring managers on strategy and campaigns.
• Meet placement targets and KPIs within timelines.
• Stay updated on industry trends and recruitment best practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of recruitment processes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Negotiation

Self-motivated

Organised

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Admin

Tools

ATS experience

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 organisational 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 specialisation 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.