Senior Remote Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Commission-based earnings

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Remote Recruitment Consultant to join a fully remote team. You will manage executive-level placements, build enduring client relationships, and shape recruitment strategies across diverse sectors from anywhere, including clients based in Stellenbosch and the Western Cape.

The role emphasizes autonomy, high-impact projects, and a strategic advisory stance, with opportunities to mentor junior colleagues and influence remote recruitment excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in recruitment consultancy, with a focus on executive search or senior-level placements.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and drive business development remotely.
• Excellent virtual communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Proficiency with advanced recruitment tools and CRM systems for remote operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex recruitment assignments for senior and executive-level roles, delivering exceptional results.
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with key clients, acting as their primary point of contact.
• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract niche talent pools.
• Conduct sophisticated candidate assessments and provide detailed feedback to clients.
• Mentor and support junior remote team members, sharing best practices and expertise.

Skills

Executive search

Client relationship mgmt

Remote recruiting

Sourcing strategies

Candidate assessment

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious Recruitment Consultancy, is seeking a seasoned Senior Remote Recruitment Consultant to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This role offers the perfect blend of autonomy and impact, empowering you to manage high-level recruitment projects and client relationships from anywhere. You will be responsible for identifying and securing top-tier talent for challenging positions, acting as a trusted advisor to clients, and contributing to the strategic growth of the consultancy. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced professional to excel in a remote-first setting, serving clients across diverse sectors, including those based in or near Stellenbosch .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex recruitment assignments for senior and executive-level roles, delivering exceptional results.
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with key clients, acting as their primary point of contact.
• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract niche talent pools.
• Conduct sophisticated candidate assessments and provide detailed feedback to clients.
• Mentor and support junior remote team members, sharing best practices and expertise.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (5+ years) in recruitment consultancy, with a strong track record in executive search or senior-level placements.
• Proven success in managing client relationships and driving business development remotely.
• Excellent virtual communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Proficiency with advanced recruitment tools and CRM systems for remote operations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and deliver high-quality outcomes in a remote environment, serving clients in the Western Cape and beyond.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and a highly rewarding commission structure.
• Fully remote position enabling flexible work and lifestyle choices.
• Access to continuous professional development and training designed for remote professionals.
• Be part of a forward-thinking, globally connected recruitment team.
• Opportunity to shape recruitment strategies and impact client success from Stellenbosch or any location.