Senior Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work with flexible hours

Medical aid & retirement planning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Recruitment Specialist in a remote-capable role based in Pretoria, Gauteng. You will drive talent acquisition for diverse clients, managing end-to-end recruitment from brief to offer, and building strong candidate pipelines.

The role emphasizes proactive sourcing, thorough candidate assessments, and stakeholder management, with flexibility for remote work and growth within a collaborative firm.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years of recruitment experience.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholder expectations and deliver on objectives.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing tools, techniques and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with the Pretoria and wider Gauteng job market is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple client recruitment projects from brief to offer.
• Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to identify candidates.
• Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to ensure fit.
• Build and maintain a strong candidate pipeline across specialist areas.
• Provide regular updates to clients and candidates throughout the process.

Skills

Sourcing strategies

Stakeholder mgmt

Candidate interviewing

Communication skills

Gauteng market knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy based in Pretoria , is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Recruitment Specialist to drive their talent acquisition efforts. You will be responsible for partnering with clients across various sectors to attract, source, and secure top talent, ensuring a seamless and efficient recruitment process. This role demands a proactive approach, exceptional candidate management skills, and a deep understanding of the Gauteng employment market. Join a collaborative team dedicated to providing outstanding recruitment solutions and building lasting client partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple client recruitment projects concurrently, from initial brief to successful offer acceptance.
• Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to identify and engage qualified candidates using various platforms.
• Conduct thorough interviews and candidate assessments to ensure a strong fit for client requirements and company culture.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of active and passive candidates within your specialist areas.
• Provide regular updates and feedback to clients and candidates throughout the recruitment process.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in recruitment, preferably within a Recruitment Consultancy or internal talent acquisition role.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholder expectations and deliver on recruitment objectives.
• Excellent knowledge of sourcing tools, techniques, and recruitment best practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with candidates and clients.
• Familiarity with the Pretoria and wider Gauteng job market is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Opportunity for professional growth and skill development in a supportive environment.
• Work remotely with flexible working hours.
• Be part of a dynamic and growing recruitment firm committed to success.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement planning.