Tech & Digital Recruitment Lead

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with bonuses

Medical aid and retirement fund

Leadership training and conferences

Hybrid work model

Team networking events

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks an experienced Tech & Digital Recruitment Lead to drive top talent acquisition, mentor a specialized team, and shape sourcing strategies for diverse clients. The role blends in-office collaboration with remote work, fostering a high-performance, client-focused culture.

The ideal leader has 8+ years in recruitment, 4+ in tech leadership, and deep expertise across software, data, AI, cybersecurity, and digital marketing.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in recruitment with 4+ years in leadership roles
• Deep knowledge of tech domains: software, data, AI, cybersecurity, digital marketing
• Proven ability to attract and place niche tech professionals
• Excellent client relationship management and business development skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of tech/digital recruitment specialists
• Develop and implement innovative tech recruitment strategies
• Oversee full lifecycle recruitment for complex tech roles
• Drive business development and secure new client opportunities
• Build strong relationships with key clients
• Provide market insights on talent trends and compensation
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques and recruitment technologies
• Champion diversity and inclusion in recruitment processes
• Monitor and achieve recruitment metrics

Skills

Leadership experience

Tech recruitment

Client management

Business development

Diversity & inclusion

ATS/CRM proficiency

Hybrid work adaptability

Education

Tertiary qualification in CS/IT/HR

Tools

ATS

CRM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious recruitment consultancy located in the scenic **Stellenbosch, Western Cape**, is seeking an experienced Tech & Digital Recruitment Lead. This is a leadership opportunity to drive the acquisition of top talent within the rapidly evolving technology and digital landscape for our diverse clientele. You will be responsible for building and mentoring a team of specialized recruiters, developing cutting-edge sourcing strategies, and ensuring the highest quality of service delivery. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of technology roles (software development, data science, AI, cybersecurity, digital marketing, etc.), a proven track record in leading recruitment teams, and exceptional client management skills. This **hybrid** role offers the synergy of in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work, providing a balanced and productive professional environment. Join us in **Stellenbosch** and shape the future of tech talent acquisition.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of tech and digital recruitment specialists, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.
• Develop and implement innovative and effective recruitment strategies to attract top-tier technology and digital talent across various specializations.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle for complex technical and digital roles, ensuring exceptional candidate and client experiences.
• Drive business development efforts, identifying and securing new client opportunities within the tech and digital sectors.
• Build and maintain strong, strategic relationships with key clients, acting as a trusted advisor on talent acquisition matters.
• Conduct market research and provide clients with insightful data on talent trends, compensation benchmarks, and competitive hiring practices in the tech space.
• Ensure the team utilizes advanced sourcing techniques and recruitment technologies to their fullest potential.
• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives throughout the recruitment process.
• Monitor team performance, set targets, and ensure the achievement of key recruitment metrics.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in recruitment, with at least 4 years in a leadership role focused on technology and digital talent.
• Demonstrated success in leading and developing recruitment teams.
• In-depth knowledge of various technology domains, including software engineering, cloud computing, data analytics, cybersecurity, AI/ML, and digital marketing.
• Proven ability to attract and place niche and highly sought-after technical and digital professionals.
• Exceptional client relationship management and business development skills.
• Strong understanding of the South African tech talent market.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with modern recruitment technologies, ATS, and CRM systems.
• Ability to effectively manage and collaborate in a **hybrid** work setting.
• A relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., Computer Science, IT, Business, HR) is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary with significant performance-based bonuses and profit sharing.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and other employee benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced professional development, leadership training, and industry conferences.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment in **Stellenbosch**.
• The flexibility of a **hybrid** work model.
• Chance to work with innovative companies and shape their technical teams.
• Regular team-building activities and professional networking events.