Senior Tech Recruiter (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Tech Recruiter to join their remote-first team. You will source and attract top software, data, cybersecurity, and cloud talent for innovative companies, acting autonomously to fill critical roles.

You will manage end-to-end recruitment, screen candidates, build relationships with hiring managers, and stay current with tech trends to advise clients. A strong network and proven tech sourcing experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in technical recruitment.
• Experience sourcing and placing candidates for software engineering and data roles.
• Strong knowledge of programming languages, frameworks, and IT landscape.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for technology roles.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract niche technical talent.
• Conduct in-depth technical screening and competency-based interviews.
• Build relationships with hiring managers and candidates.
• Advise clients on tech talent market and salary benchmarks.
• Manage candidate pipelines and candidate experience.
• Collaborate with the recruitment team and share market intelligence.
• Meet and exceed recruitment targets.
• Utilize ATS to manage candidate data and workflows.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and trends in IT.

Skills

Technical recruitment

Remote work

Stakeholder management

Sourcing strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Tools

ATS tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is actively seeking an experienced Senior Tech Recruiter to join their fully remote team. This pivotal role is responsible for sourcing and attracting top-tier technology talent for innovative companies across various sectors. You will be instrumental in building and expanding technical teams by identifying, engaging, and placing skilled professionals in areas such as software development, data science, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. This is a remote-first position, demanding excellent communication, a deep understanding of the tech landscape, and the ability to operate autonomously. The successful candidate will leverage cutting-edge recruitment strategies and tools to deliver exceptional results for our client's technology-focused hiring needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for a variety of technology roles, from initial requirement gathering to offer acceptance.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract niche technical talent, utilizing a range of online platforms, professional networks, and direct sourcing methods.
• Conduct in-depth technical screening and competency-based interviews to assess candidate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with both hiring managers and technical candidates.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing insights into the tech talent market, salary benchmarks, and recruitment best practices.
• Manage candidate pipelines and ensure a positive and efficient candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.
• Collaborate with the wider recruitment team, sharing market intelligence and best practices in tech recruitment.
• Meet and exceed challenging recruitment targets within defined timeframes.
• Utilize and optimize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to manage candidate data and recruitment workflows.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and trends in the IT industry to better understand candidate profiles and client needs.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in technical recruitment, with a strong focus on software engineering, data, or related fields.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and placing candidates for highly sought-after tech roles.
• In-depth knowledge of the technology landscape, including various programming languages, frameworks, and methodologies.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a remote environment.
• Proficiency with technical sourcing tools, job boards, social media, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• A proactive and resilient approach to recruitment challenges.
• Relevant degree or IT qualification is advantageous.
• Experience working remotely and collaborating with distributed teams is essential.
• A passion for technology and a keen interest in staying ahead of industry trends.

Benefits

• Fully remote working arrangement, offering significant flexibility and autonomy.
• Highly competitive salary and performance-driven bonus structure.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology companies and influential clients.
• Continuous learning and professional development in the rapidly evolving tech recruitment space.
• Supportive and collaborative virtual team culture.
• Access to a comprehensive suite of recruitment tools and resources.