Senior Technical Recruiter

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Career advancement

Training and development

Exposure to high-profile clients

Dynamic Johannesburg team

Industry-leading tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter to spearhead our technology recruitment division in Johannesburg. You will manage the full lifecycle for highly specialized IT roles, sourcing top candidates, engaging clients, and driving strategic growth for the consultancy.

You will mentor junior recruiters, lead business development efforts, and stay ahead of industry trends to fill complex positions across multiple industries.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in technical recruitment.
• Experience recruiting for a wide range of IT roles.
• Strong sourcing, interviewing and assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for senior and niche technical roles.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract IT professionals.
• Conduct in-depth candidate interviews and technical assessments.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and hiring managers.
• Partner with clients to understand talent needs and provide recruitment advice.
• Source candidates via job boards, social networks, and headhunting.
• Negotiate offers and manage onboarding processes.
• Mentor junior recruiters and contribute to team culture.
• Support business development by identifying client opportunities.

Skills

Technical recruitment

Sourcing

Client relationships

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

ATS

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading and rapidly expanding recruitment consultancy based in Johannesburg , is seeking a highly experienced Senior Technical Recruiter to spearhead their technology recruitment division. This pivotal role involves managing the full recruitment lifecycle for highly specialized technical roles across various industries. You will be responsible for sourcing, engaging, and placing top-tier IT talent, building strong relationships with clients, and contributing to the strategic growth of the consultancy. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the technology landscape, exceptional candidate engagement skills, and a proven track record of successfully filling complex technical positions. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and mentor a team, drive business development, and make a significant impact within the vibrant tech recruitment sector of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute the end-to-end recruitment process for senior and niche technical roles.
• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract high-caliber IT professionals.
• Conduct in-depth candidate interviews and technical assessments to evaluate skills and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients and hiring managers.
• Partner with clients to understand their specific talent needs and provide expert recruitment advice.
• Source candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, professional networks, and headhunting.
• Negotiate offers and manage the onboarding process for successful candidates.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and the competitive talent landscape.
• Mentor and guide junior recruiters, fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying new client opportunities.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in technical recruitment, preferably within a recruitment agency environment.
• Proven expertise in recruiting for a wide range of IT roles (e.g., Software Development, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Cloud Computing).
• Deep understanding of the technology market and relevant technical skill sets.
• Exceptional candidate sourcing, interviewing, and assessment skills.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience in client relationship management and business development is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment CRM software.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Leadership potential and a desire to mentor others.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and an attractive, uncapped commission structure.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development within a growing consultancy.
• Exposure to a diverse range of high-profile clients and challenging technical roles.
• Be part of a dynamic, results-oriented team in the heart of Johannesburg .
• Access to industry-leading recruitment tools and technologies.
• A supportive and collaborative work culture.
• Regular training and development programs to enhance your skills.
• The chance to shape the technology talent acquisition landscape in Gauteng .