Technical Recruitment Manager

Placements24; Pretoria; Vor Ort; ZAR 700.000 - 1.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid or remote work arrangements (as

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a dynamic Technical Recruitment Manager to lead a growing team of technical recruiters. You will design and execute talent acquisition strategies to attract software engineers, data scientists, and IT specialists, while aligning with hiring managers to fill critical roles quickly and effectively.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong stakeholder influence, data-driven decision making, and a passion for building an exceptional candidate experience.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical recruitment, with at least 2 years in a management or team lead role.
• Proven track record of recruiting for software development, data analytics, IT and cybersecurity.
• Strong understanding of the technology industry and current talent market trends.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing effective talent acquisition strategies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement innovative talent acquisition strategies to attract top technical talent.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of technical recruiters, fostering high performance.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle from profiling to onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and provide guidance.
• Build relationships with universities, industry associations, and talent pools.
• Utilize metrics to track progress, identify bottlenecks, and improve processes.
• Promote employer branding to attract a diverse, skilled workforce.
• Manage recruitment budgets and vendor relationships effectively.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Team management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Recruitment strategy

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, HR or related field

Tools

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

MS Office/Excel

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing technology firm, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Technical Recruitment Manager to lead their recruitment efforts in **Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA**. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be responsible for developing and executing talent acquisition strategies to attract top-tier technical talent, including software engineers, data scientists, and IT professionals. You will manage a team of recruiters, oversee the entire recruitment lifecycle, and collaborate closely with hiring managers to ensure the timely and effective filling of critical positions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the technical landscape, a strong track record in building high-performing recruitment functions, and a passion for creating an exceptional candidate experience. This role is essential for supporting our client's ambitious growth plans and maintaining their competitive edge in the technology talent market within **Pretoria**.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top technical talent in a competitive market.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of technical recruiters, fostering a high performance culture and ensuring adherence to best practices.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, from job profiling and sourcing to candidate screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
• Partner effectively with hiring managers and department heads to understand their technical staffing needs and provide expert recruitment guidance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with technical universities, industry associations, and other relevant talent pools.
• Utilize recruitment metrics and analytics to track progress, identify bottlenecks, and continuously improve recruitment processes.
• Develop and promote the company's employer brand to attract a diverse and skilled workforce.
• Manage recruitment budgets and vendor relationships effectively.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical recruitment, with at least 2 years in a management or team lead role.
• Proven track record of successfully recruiting for a wide range of technical roles, including software development, cloud computing, data analytics, and cybersecurity.
• Strong understanding of the technology industry and current talent market trends.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing effective talent acquisition strategies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies.
• Experience in building and nurturing talent pipelines for critical technical roles.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Human Resources, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing company.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Potential for future remote or hybrid work arrangements based on performance and business needs.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the growth of a leading technology company in **Pretoria**.