Senior Recruitment Consultant - Technology Focus

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Commission structure

Career development

Team incentives

Reputable firm

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to drive IT talent placements across South Africa. You will develop client relationships, source and interview candidates, manage end-to-end recruitment, and lead business development efforts.

The role requires 3–5 years in tech recruitment, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and a proactive, results-driven mindset. A Bachelor's degree is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of recruitment experience, preferably in technology sectors.
• Proven ability to build networks of candidates and clients.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and understand recruitment needs.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates for client roles.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment from contact to placement.
• Engage in business development to expand the client base.
• Stay informed on industry trends and market intelligence.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets.
• Utilize recruitment tools and platforms to optimize search.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Client management

Candidate sourcing

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to join their dynamic team in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. This role is pivotal in driving the success of the company by identifying, attracting, and placing top talent within the technology sector across South Africa. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the IT landscape, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record in both client management and candidate sourcing. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing firm and shape the future of its technology recruitment division.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their recruitment needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates, assessing their skills, experience, and cultural fit for client roles.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from initial contact to offer negotiation and placement.
• Actively engage in business development activities to expand the client base and identify new opportunities.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, market intelligence, and competitor activities to provide informed advice to clients and candidates.
• Achieve and exceed personal and team placement targets.
• Utilize various recruitment tools and platforms to optimize candidate search and engagement.
• Mentor and support junior members of the recruitment team.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in recruitment, preferably with a focus on the technology sector.
• Proven ability to build and maintain a strong network of candidates and clients.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated success in meeting and exceeding recruitment KPIs.
• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is advantageous.
• Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.
• A proactive approach to business development and a results-oriented mindset.
• Strong understanding of the South African job market, particularly within Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an attractive commission structure.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Exposure to a wide range of exciting clients and industries.
• Incentive programs and team-building activities.
• Contribution to a company with a strong reputation in the recruitment industry.