Recruitment Consultant

Job title: Recruitment Consultant : Perm Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline: October 31, 2025 Quick Recommended Links Jobs by Location Job by industries Job Description Specialises in sourcing, attracting, and placing senior and executive permanent roles within the IT sector to achieve revenue and gross profit targets. Serves as a cornerstone of the business, driving success through expertise in the IT industry and strategic client relationships. This role is designed for a recruitment professional with a proven track record of consistently delivering quality placements, managing recruitment projects at various complexity levels and contributing to organisational growth. This is a full-cycle recruitment role that includes identifying new clients, managing existing client relationships, developing end to end recruitment strategies, and closing placements. Minimum Requirements Experience Minimum of 5 years of experience in recruitment, with at least 3 years specialising in Perm IT recruitment. Demonstrated success in permanent placement at all levels. Deep understanding of the IT recruitment market, including trends, technologies, and skill demands. Proven ability to establish and sustain high-value relationships with clients and candidates. Consistently exceeds placement and revenue targets. Adept at identifying market opportunities and translating them into actionable strategies. Proven ability to manage client portfolios and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. Education Diploma; Preferred Bachelor Degree Client Management Develop and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and meetings. Understand clients' business needs, organizational culture, and specific job requirements. Negotiate terms of business and contracts with clients. Provide strategic advice to clients on market trends, candidate availability, and recruitment strategies. Deliver on complex, niche, or high-level IT recruitment assignments with precision and efficiency. Relationship Management Foster a partnership approach, positioning yourself as an extension of the client's talent acquisition team. Celebrate successes and milestones with clients, reinforcing the positive impact of your recruitment efforts. Understand clients' business needs, organizational culture, and specific job requirements. Candidate Sourcing and Management Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from job briefing and candidate assessment to offer management and onboarding. Utilise various sourcing methods including job boards, social media, networking, and referrals to attract top talent. Leverage advanced sourcing techniques, including headhunting and market mapping, to attract top-tier candidates. Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural fit. Manage the candidate journey from initial contact to post-placement support. Provide career advice and guidance to candidates. Recruitment Process Management Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring a seamless process for both clients and candidates. Coordinate and schedule interviews, provide feedback, and manage offers and negotiations. Ensure compliance with all relevant recruitment policies and legislation. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the recruitment database. Business Development Grow the desk to achieve Revenue and GP targets as set from time to time. Identify and secure new business opportunities, targeting IT roles, at all levels. Lead and / or participate in pitches and negotiate high-value terms of business with new and existing clients. Develop and implement strategies to grow the client base and expand market presence. Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs. Serve as a brand ambassador, representing the organisation at industry events and forums. Market Intelligence Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities. Provide clients and candidates with market insights and advice. Contribute to market mapping and talent pooling initiatives. Team Collaboration Work closely with colleagues to share information and best practices. Mentor and support junior consultants, contributing to their professional development. Participate in team meetings and contribute to the overall success of the recruitment team. End Date: October 31, 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr