Specialist Recruitment Consultant - Finance

Placements24; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Provident fund

Remote work across SA

Training & conferences

Bonuses & recognition

Job summary

Placements24, based in Pretoria, Gauteng, seeks a Specialist Recruitment Consultant focused on the finance sector. You will source and place finance professionals from accountants to CFOs, while nurturing client relationships and delivering a seamless recruitment process.

This remote-friendly role offers a competitive pay structure with commissions, private medical insurance, provident fund, ongoing training, and opportunities to attend industry conferences across South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, HR, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years in financial recruitment, in-house or agency.
• Experience recruiting niche financial roles (CAs(SA), CFAs, forensic accountants).
• Strong knowledge of the South African financial services landscape.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient with ATS and recruitment software.
• Able to work independently and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview finance professionals for Gauteng roles.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and candidates in the finance industry.
• Understand client needs and align with candidate profiles.
• Use sourcing techniques to identify passive and active candidates.
• Manage full recruitment cycle: engagement, interviews, offers, onboarding.
• Provide market salary guidance based on current trends.
• Maintain records in the recruitment database.
• Contribute to process improvements for finance recruitment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Organization

Remote teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/HR

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent recruitment consultancy headquartered in Pretoria, Gauteng , is actively seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Specialist Recruitment Consultant with a focus on the finance sector. This role is designed for an individual who can expertly navigate the complexities of financial recruitment, connecting top financial talent with leading organizations. You will be responsible for managing client relationships, sourcing highly qualified candidates, and ensuring a seamless recruitment process. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of financial markets, accounting principles, and the specific skill sets required for roles ranging from accountants and auditors to financial analysts and CFOs. This position offers the opportunity to work remotely, providing flexibility while contributing significantly to the success of our clients in Gauteng and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview qualified finance professionals for a variety of roles across the Gauteng region.
• Develop and maintain strong, lasting relationships with both clients and candidates within the finance industry.
• Understand and articulate client needs, ensuring alignment with candidate profiles and expectations.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques and recruitment tools to identify passive and active candidates.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle, including candidate engagement, interview coordination, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
• Provide market insights and salary guidance to clients based on current financial sector trends.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of candidate and client interactions in the recruitment database.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of recruitment processes and strategies for the finance division.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Human Resources, or a related field.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience specifically in financial recruitment, either in-house or agency-side.
• Proven ability to recruit for niche financial roles, such as CAs(SA), CFAs, and forensic accountants.
• In-depth knowledge of the South African financial services landscape and its talent requirements.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive and results-driven mindset with a commitment to client satisfaction.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.

Benefits

• This role includes a competitive annual salary with an attractive commission structure tied to successful placements.
• Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and a provident fund.
• As a remote position, you will have the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa.
• Our client is committed to professional growth, offering access to industry-specific training, workshops, and opportunities to attend financial sector conferences.
• You will join a supportive and collaborative remote team environment, with regular virtual team meetings and social events.
• Performance bonuses and recognition programs are in place.