Senior Recruitment Specialist - Financial Services

Placements24; Benoni; Presencial; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive base salary with uncapped佣

Medical aid and retirement annuity

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 in Benoni seeks a Senior Recruitment Specialist to lead the Financial Services division, sourcing and placing senior professionals across banking, insurance, asset management and wealth management within Gauteng. You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle from client engagement to candidate placement, building a trusted advisory relationship with key stakeholders.

The role requires deep industry knowledge, a proven executive recruitment track record, and outstanding networking.

Qualificações

• 5+ years dedicated experience in recruitment, with a strong focus on financial services.
• Proven ability to recruit for mid to senior-level roles in banking, insurance, asset management and related fields.
• Deep knowledge of financial markets, regulations, and key player dynamics.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in utilizing advanced sourcing tools and networking to build a strong pipeline.

Responsabilidades

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for critical roles within the financial services sector.
• Develop and execute sophisticated sourcing strategies to attract highly specialized talent.
• Conduct in-depth client needs analysis and build trusted advisor relationships with stakeholders.
• Perform rigorous candidate assessments, evaluating technical proficiency, market knowledge and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain an extensive network of passive and active candidates.
• Provide market insights, salary benchmarking, and talent advisory to clients.
• Negotiate offers and ensure a seamless candidate experience from application to placement.
• Meet and exceed individual and team targets for placements and revenue generation.

Conhecimentos

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Sourcing

Candidate assessment

Networking

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration

Ferramentas

LinkedIn Recruiter

CRM systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy located in Benoni, Gauteng , is seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Recruitment Specialist to spearhead their Financial Services division. This pivotal role will focus on sourcing and placing high-calibre professionals within the banking, insurance, investment, and wealth management sectors across the Gauteng region. The Senior Recruitment Specialist will be responsible for managing the entire recruitment lifecycle, from client engagement and understanding complex financial roles to identifying, assessing, and presenting top-tier candidates. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the financial services industry, a proven track record in executive and specialist placements, and exceptional networking abilities. This is a prime opportunity to join a dynamic and reputable firm, drive significant business growth, and build a market-leading practice in Benoni .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for critical roles within the financial services sector, including but not limited to portfolio managers, analysts, compliance officers, and investment bankers.
• Develop and execute sophisticated sourcing strategies to attract highly specialized talent within a competitive market.
• Conduct in-depth client needs analysis and build strong, trusted advisor relationships with key stakeholders in financial institutions.
• Perform rigorous candidate assessments, including technical proficiency, market knowledge, and cultural fit evaluations.
• Build and maintain an extensive network of passive and active candidates within the financial services industry.
• Provide expert market insights, salary benchmarking, and consultative advice to clients on talent acquisition strategies.
• Negotiate offers and ensure a seamless candidate experience from application to placement.
• Meet and exceed individual and team performance targets for placements and revenue generation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of dedicated experience in recruitment, with a strong specialization in the financial services industry.
• Proven ability to recruit for mid to senior-level roles within banking, insurance, asset management, and related fields.
• In-depth knowledge of financial markets, regulations, and key player dynamics.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in utilizing advanced sourcing tools, CRM systems, and LinkedIn Recruiter.
• A strong professional network within the financial services sector is highly advantageous.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Benoni, Gauteng , and committed to an on-site working arrangement.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary coupled with a generous, uncapped commission structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement annuity contributions.
• Access to exclusive high-level financial services mandates.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A collaborative and high-achieving team environment in Gauteng .
• Career advancement pathways within a leading recruitment consultancy.