Senior Recruitment Manager (Tech & Digital)

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health coverage

Annual leave

Professional development

Performance bonus

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Recruitment Manager to lead the Technology and Digital recruitment division. This fully remote role lets you manage and grow a high-performing team from anywhere in South Africa.

You'll oversee end-to-end recruitment for tech roles, mentor recruiters, and cultivate strong client relationships while delivering high-volume, quality placements and innovative sourcing. The role offers a competitive base salary with a substantial performance-based bonus, comprehensive

Qualifications

• 8+ years in recruitment with 4+ years in leadership roles.
• Experience leading technology and digital recruitment teams.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage technology and digital recruitment specialists.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for tech roles.
• Develop sourcing strategies and build long-term client relationships.
• Drive high-volume, quality placements and team performance.

Skills

Leadership

Recruitment strategies

People management

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Business/HR

Tools

ATS

CRM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a progressive recruitment consultancy, is seeking a seasoned Senior Recruitment Manager to lead their Technology and Digital recruitment division. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to manage and grow your team from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end recruitment processes for tech and digital roles, including software development, data science, cybersecurity, UX/UI design, and digital marketing. The Senior Recruitment Manager will drive talent acquisition strategies, mentor and develop a team of specialist recruiters, and cultivate strong relationships with key clients in the tech sector. This role requires a strategic leader with a deep understanding of the technology landscape, exceptional people management skills, and a proven ability to deliver high-volume, quality placements. As a remote-first organization, we are committed to providing a highly collaborative and supportive virtual work environment, equipped with the latest recruitment technologies. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of tech recruitment, impact business growth for clients, and advance your career within a dynamic and forward-thinking company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of technology and digital recruitment specialists.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle for technical and digital roles, ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Develop and execute innovative talent sourcing and attraction strategies for niche tech skill sets.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key clients in the technology sector.
• Drive business development efforts to expand the tech recruitment portfolio.
• Set performance metrics, monitor team performance, and provide regular coaching and feedback.
• Ensure a consistently high-quality candidate experience and client service delivery.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and competitive talent landscapes.
• Contribute to the strategic direction and continuous improvement of the tech recruitment division.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively to achieve recruitment objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in recruitment, with at least 4 years in a leadership or management role, specializing in technology and digital recruitment.
• Proven success in leading and motivating recruitment teams in a high-performance environment.
• Deep understanding of the technology industry, including various tech stacks, programming languages, and digital roles.
• Demonstrated ability in developing and implementing effective talent acquisition strategies.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen and a strategic approach to talent management.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage complex projects effectively in a fully remote setting.
• Proficiency in utilizing advanced recruitment technologies, ATS, and CRM systems.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, HR, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Strategic thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and a passion for innovation.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary with a substantial performance-based bonus structure.
• Significant earning potential and opportunities for career progression into senior leadership roles.
• Fully remote work environment offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Access to continuous professional development and training programs.
• Dynamic and collaborative virtual team culture.
• Exposure to innovative companies and cutting-edge technology projects.
• Advanced recruitment tools and technological support.
• Generous annual leave and holiday benefits.
• Performance recognition programs and team-building events.