Senior Technical Recruitment Consultant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Competitive salary with commission

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Technical Recruitment Consultant to lead complex technical recruitment assignments in Stellenbosch. You will manage key client relationships, mentor junior consultants, and drive growth across software development, data science and engineering niches.

The role requires 5+ years in technical recruitment, strong sourcing and executive search experience, and a strategic client-focused mindset to deliver market insights and talent solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of specialized experience in technical IT recruitment.
• Proven track record in placing senior-level professionals.
• Experience with executive search and passive candidate sourcing.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and client management skills.
• Experience using advanced recruitment technologies and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for senior and niche technical roles, including executive search.
• Develop and implement advanced sourcing strategies to attract top-tier technical talent globally.
• Conduct sophisticated candidate assessments, technical interviews, and competency-based evaluations.
• Serve as a strategic partner to key clients, offering market insights and talent acquisition advice.
• Lead and mentor a team of technical recruitment consultants, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Contribute to business development efforts, identifying new opportunities within the technical recruitment market.

Skills

Executive search

Sourcing passive candidates

Candidate assessment

Negotiation

Client management

Data analytics

Recruitment technologies

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Technical Recruitment Consultant to enhance their practice in Stellenbosch . This role requires a seasoned professional to lead complex technical recruitment assignments, manage key client relationships, and mentor junior team members. You will be instrumental in driving the growth of the technical recruitment division, focusing on sourcing and placing niche talent in areas such as software development, data science, and engineering. This is a strategic position for an expert recruiter looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy in the heart of the Cape Winelands.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute end-to-end recruitment processes for senior and niche technical roles, including executive search.
• Develop and implement advanced sourcing strategies to attract top-tier technical talent globally.
• Conduct sophisticated candidate assessments, technical interviews, and competency-based evaluations.
• Serve as a strategic partner to key clients, offering market insights and talent acquisition advice.
• Lead and mentor a team of technical recruitment consultants, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Contribute to business development efforts, identifying new opportunities within the technical recruitment market.

Requirements

• 5+ years of specialized experience in technical or IT recruitment, with a proven track record in placing senior-level professionals.
• Deep understanding of various technology stacks, software development methodologies, and engineering principles.
• Demonstrated success in executive search and sourcing passive candidates through advanced techniques.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and client management skills.
• Experience using advanced recruitment technologies and data analytics for talent sourcing.
• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with a lucrative commission structure and performance incentives.
• Hybrid working model for optimal work-life integration.
• Significant opportunities for career progression and leadership development.
• Access to exclusive talent pools and advanced recruitment tools.
• A stimulating and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.