Jobs in Soweto, South Africa

Join a fast-growing international recruitment team focused on the high-impact life sciences sector.

Remote for now, office-based in Cape Town in future | UK hours | Competitive salary + commission

Our client is a specialist international recruitment firm working with top-tier clients in the life sciences sector, particularly across the UK and US markets. With a people-first culture, global reach, and a focus on high-demand industries like biotech, pharmaceuticals, and clinical research, they provide a supportive environment for growth-driven consultants.

They are expanding their delivery capability in South Africa and offer an exciting opportunity for recruiters who want to build a career in a meaningful, future-forward industry while gaining global exposure.

Recruitment Consultant Life Sciences

You'll play a key role in connecting talented professionals with innovative clients in the pharmaceutical, biotech, clinical research, and medical device industries. The role is ideal for recruiters who are confident, ambitious, and passionate about life sciences or technical sectors.

• Source and engage high-calibre candidates across UK and US life sciences markets
• Manage the end-to-end (360°) recruitment cycle or support delivery (180°) based on experience
• Build strong, lasting relationships with candidates and clients
• Advertise roles, screen CVs, conduct interviews, and handle submissions
• Maintain accurate and timely records on the ATS/CRM
• Stay current on market trends, salary benchmarks, and industry regulations
• Collaborate with sales or business development teams to meet client delivery needs

• 13 years of recruitment experience, ideally within life sciences or technical sectors
• Experience working with UK or US clients is strongly preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and organized, able to manage deadlines independently
• Adaptable and performance-oriented, with a growth mindset
• Proficient in using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and recruitment CRMs
• Comfortable working UK-aligned hours (9am-6pm GMT)

If you're ready to build an international recruitment career in an impactful industry, apply now to join a team where your work truly makes a difference.