Technical Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and uncapped comms

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Pension fund & medical aid

Access to recruitment tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Technical Recruitment Consultant to join our team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will source and place skilled IT, engineering, and technology professionals, managing the full recruitment cycle with a hybrid office/remote setup.

You will build strong client and candidate relationships, understand technical requirements, and drive offers to closure while contributing to our desk expansion in the Gauteng region.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in recruitment with focus on technical/IT recruitment.
• Proven ability to source niche technical talent.
• Strong understanding of IT/engineering roles and terminology.
• Excellent client management and business development skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for technical roles (IT, software, engineering, tech).
• Source and attract qualified candidates via job boards, social media, networking and headhunting.
• Conduct in-depth screening interviews to assess technical skills and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, understand their needs and provide recruitment advice.
• Develop understanding of Gauteng tech job market and industry trends.
• Negotiate offers and manage candidate experience throughout recruitment.
• Maintain accurate candidate and client data in the CRM/ATS system.
• Collaborate with team to share market intelligence and best practices.
• Achieve and exceed recruitment targets and KPIs.
• Act as a brand ambassador representing the client’s values.

Skills

Technical recruitment

Tech talent sourcing

Client management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialist recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly motivated Technical Recruitment Consultant to join their team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. This role focuses on sourcing and placing skilled professionals within the IT, engineering, and technology sectors. The successful candidate will manage the full recruitment cycle, from understanding client technical requirements to identifying, engaging, and securing top-tier candidates. Working within a hybrid model, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues in the office while enjoying the flexibility of remote work on certain days. You will play a crucial role in expanding our client's technical recruitment desk, building strong relationships with both clients and candidates in the Vereeniging area and contributing to the company's reputation for excellence in specialized recruitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for technical roles, including IT, software development, engineering, and other technology-focused positions.
• Source and attract qualified candidates using a variety of methods, including job boards, social media, networking, and headhunting.
• Conduct in-depth screening interviews to assess technical skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their technical needs and providing expert recruitment advice.
• Develop a deep understanding of the technical job market in Gauteng and specific industry trends.
• Negotiate offers and manage the candidate experience throughout the entire recruitment process.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate and client information in the CRM/ATS system.
• Collaborate with the wider recruitment team to share market intelligence and best practices.
• Achieve and exceed agreed-upon recruitment targets and KPIs.
• Act as a brand ambassador for our client, representing their values and services professionally.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment, with a strong focus on technical or IT recruitment.
• Proven ability to source and attract niche technical talent.
• Excellent understanding of technical roles and terminology within the IT and engineering sectors.
• Strong client management and business development skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, balancing office and remote responsibilities.
• A proactive, results-oriented approach with a passion for recruitment.
• Familiarity with the Vereeniging and broader Gauteng technical job market is a significant advantage.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and attractive commission structure with uncapped earning potential.
• A flexible hybrid working model offering a balance of office collaboration and remote work.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing consultancy.
• Access to a wide range of recruitment tools and resources.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment with regular social events.
• Exposure to exciting technical roles and leading companies.
• Performance-driven incentives and recognition programs.
• Contributory pension fund and medical aid benefits.