Specialist Recruitment Consultant - Finance

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Commission

Career growth

Local Mossel Bay team

Finance industry network

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay seeks a Specialist Recruitment Consultant focused on finance and accounting. You will identify and place finance professionals from junior accountants to senior financial managers in Mossel Bay and surroundings. The role emphasizes market knowledge, networking, and exceptional service to clients and candidates.

The office-based position requires collaboration with the team and close client interaction in Mossel Bay.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of recruitment experience, with a focus on finance or accounting roles.
• Strong networking capabilities and ability to build client relationships.
• Excellent understanding of financial terminology and industry standards.
• Consultative communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview qualified candidates for finance and accounting roles.
• Develop and maintain a strong network of finance professionals and industry contacts.
• Manage client relationships, understanding their staffing requirements and culture.
• Conduct market research to provide salary benchmarks and talent availability.
• Oversee the full recruitment process to ensure timely and successful placements.

Skills

Finance recruitment

Networking

Client relations

Interviewing

Market research

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable recruitment consultancy located in Mossel Bay, Western Cape , is seeking a dedicated Specialist Recruitment Consultant with a focus on the finance and accounting sector. You will be responsible for identifying and placing finance professionals, from junior accountants to senior financial managers, within businesses in the Mossel Bay region and its surroundings. This role requires deep market knowledge, strong networking capabilities, and a commitment to providing exceptional service to both clients and candidates. The position is office-based, fostering close team collaboration and client interaction in Mossel Bay .

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview qualified candidates for finance and accounting roles.
• Develop and maintain a strong network of finance professionals and relevant industry contacts.
• Manage client relationships, understanding their specific financial staffing requirements and organizational culture.
• Conduct market research to provide clients with up-to-date information on salary benchmarks and talent availability.
• Oversee the entire recruitment process, ensuring timely and successful placements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in recruitment, with a significant specialization in finance or accounting roles.
• Proven ability to recruit for a range of finance positions, including accountants, auditors, and financial controllers.
• Excellent understanding of financial terminology and industry standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a consultative approach.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing client relationships within the finance sector.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive commission structure tied to performance.
• Opportunity to specialize in a high-demand recruitment niche.
• Work within a professional and supportive team environment in Mossel Bay .
• Access to a broad network of clients and candidates in the finance industry.
• Potential for professional growth and development within the consultancy.