Senior Recruitment Consultant - Tech Specialization

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to join its remote-first technology recruitment team. You will source, screen, and interview top technology professionals while advising clients on market trends and compensation benchmarks.

In this fully remote role, you will manage the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, build strong client relationships, and implement candidate engagement strategies to attract passive talent.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of recruitment experience, ideally in technology sectors.
• Proven success in managing client relationships and delivering recruitment solutions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in using sourcing channels including LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards and networks.
• Self-driven, proactive, and able to thrive in a remote, autonomous environment.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview high-calibre candidates for technology roles.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and hiring teams.

Skills

Client relationships

Communication

Negotiation

Sourcing channels

Remote work

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job boards

Professional networks

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading independent recruitment consultancy, is expanding its digital talent acquisition team and is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant. This role is pivotal in driving the success of our recruitment efforts within the dynamic technology sector. Operating in a fully remote capacity, you will leverage cutting-edge digital tools and a robust network to identify, engage, and place top-tier technology professionals across various industries. You will be instrumental in shaping candidate experiences and delivering exceptional service to our esteemed clients, contributing directly to their growth and innovation. This is an unparalleled opportunity to build a career in recruitment with a company that champions flexibility and professional development in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview high-calibre candidates for technology roles, utilizing a variety of resourcing tools and techniques.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their hiring needs and providing expert recruitment advice.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial brief to offer negotiation and acceptance.
• Develop and implement effective candidate engagement strategies to attract passive and active talent.
• Stay abreast of market trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor activities within the tech recruitment landscape.
• Collaborate with the wider recruitment team to share market intelligence and best practices.
• Ensure all recruitment activities are conducted with the highest ethical standards and compliance.
• Utilize CRM systems and recruitment platforms to track candidate progress and manage pipelines efficiently.

Requirements

• Proven track record in recruitment, with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience, ideally within the technology sector.
• Demonstrated success in managing client relationships and delivering recruitment solutions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using various sourcing channels, including LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and professional networks.
• A proactive and results-oriented mindset, with the ability to thrive in a remote, autonomous work environment.
• Strong understanding of the technology landscape and in-demand skills (e.g., software development, data science, cybersecurity, cloud computing).
• Ability to manage a demanding workload and prioritize effectively.
• Self-disciplined and motivated to achieve targets in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work fully remotely, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Access to continuous professional development and training programs.
• Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking recruitment consultancy.
• Contribute to placing critical talent in the rapidly evolving tech industry.
• Work with a diverse range of clients and challenging roles.
• Regular virtual team-building activities and social events.