Tech Leadership Executive Search Consultant (Hybrid)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with bonus

Career progression opportunities

Exposure to high-profile tech execs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Executive Search Consultant specializing in technology leadership for our Sandton, Gauteng office. You will identify and attract CTOs, CIOs, VPs of Engineering, and Directors of Product for leading tech firms and startups, leveraging market insights and strong networks.

The role offers a hybrid work model with office time in Sandton and remote flexibility, enabling a balance between collaboration and independent work while upholding the firm’s standards of excellence.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in executive search or retained recruitment with a focus on technology leadership.
• Proven success in filling CTO/CIO/VP Engineering roles.
• Extensive network in South African and international tech sectors.
• Bachelor's degree; MBA or advanced degree is advantageous.
• Hybrid work model based in or near Sandton, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Map markets and gather intelligence for senior technology roles.
• Develop and execute targeted search strategies for C-suite tech leaders.
• Build and maintain relationships with decision-makers in the tech ecosystem.
• Assess candidates for leadership potential, strategic acumen, and culture fit.
• Manage client relationships and provide strategic advisory services.
• Negotiate executive compensation packages and facilitate transitions.
• Contribute to business development by identifying new client opportunities.
• Represent the firm with integrity and uphold high ethical standards.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants within the technology practice.

Skills

Executive search

Technology leadership

Networking

Negotiation

Market mapping

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA advantageous

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Executive Search Consultant specializing in technology leadership for our Sandton, Gauteng office. You will identify and attract CTOs, CIOs, VPs of Engineering, and Directors of Product for leading tech firms and startups, leveraging market insights and strong networks.

The role offers a hybrid work model with office time in Sandton and remote flexibility, enabling a balance between collaboration and independent work while upholding the firm’s standards of excellence.