Senior Sales Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Performance bonuses

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Hybrid work model

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a Senior Sales Recruitment Consultant to drive growth by identifying, engaging and placing top sales professionals across industries. This hybrid role combines remote autonomy with in-office collaboration at the Kimberley hub, supporting clients across the Northern Cape.

You will own the full recruitment lifecycle, develop new business, manage client relationships, negotiate offers and ensure successful onboarding, while staying ahead of sales trends and

Qualifications

• Significant experience in recruitment with a focus on sales.
• Proven success in placing sales professionals at all levels.
• Experience in business development and client relationship management.
• Understanding of sales roles, KPIs and drivers of success.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Hybrid work capability with in-office collaboration in Kimberley.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Results-oriented and highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for sales positions, from entry-level to senior management.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates using advanced recruitment techniques and tools.
• Build and nurture a strong pipeline of qualified sales professionals.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, understanding their needs and culture.
• Drive business development to expand the client base and secure new mandates.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate onboarding for successful candidates.
• Stay informed about current sales trends and compensation benchmarks.
• Provide market insights to clients on sales talent acquisition strategies.
• Collaborate with the wider team to share best practices and market intelligence.

Skills

Sales recruitment

Business development

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Communication

Influencing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy based in Kimberley, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Sales Recruitment Consultant. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work remotely while also fostering collaboration through in-office presence at our Kimberley hub. You will be instrumental in identifying and placing top-tier sales professionals across a range of industries, driving growth for businesses in the Northern Cape. This position requires a deep understanding of sales methodologies, a proven ability to source and engage high-performing sales talent, and strong business development skills. You will build and maintain strategic relationships with clients, acting as a trusted partner in their talent acquisition efforts. We are looking for a dynamic individual passionate about connecting exceptional sales leaders with exciting career opportunities in and around Kimberley.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for sales positions, from entry-level to senior management.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates using advanced recruitment techniques and tools.
• Build and nurture a strong pipeline of qualified sales professionals.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, understanding their unique sales team needs and culture.
• Drive business development efforts to expand the client base and secure new sales recruitment mandates.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate a smooth onboarding process for successful candidates.
• Stay informed about current sales trends, compensation benchmarks, and the competitive talent landscape.
• Provide expert advice and market insights to clients on sales talent acquisition strategies.
• Collaborate with the wider team to share best practices and market intelligence.

Requirements

• Significant experience in recruitment, with a strong specialization in sales recruitment.
• Demonstrated success in placing sales professionals at all levels.
• Proven ability in business development and client relationship management.
• Excellent understanding of sales roles, KPIs, and the factors driving sales success.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to excel in a hybrid work environment, balancing remote autonomy with office-based teamwork in Kimberley.
• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
• Results-oriented, highly organized, and with a proactive approach.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an attractive, uncapped commission structure.
• Performance-based bonuses and rewards.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Flexible hybrid work model promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in Kimberley.
• Work within a dynamic and respected recruitment consultancy.
• Collaborative team environment and access to leading recruitment tools.
• Exposure to a diverse range of clients and sales opportunities.