Recruitment Executive - Recruitment, Strategy & Operations

Minimum Requirements:

• 10+ years of senior leadership experience in recruitment, executive search, or staffing services.
• Proven ability to drive recruitment strategies and operational excellence in a national role.
• Strong background in business development and client engagement within the recruitment industry.
• Experience in managing multi-functional teams, including sales, operations, and finance.
• Sound understanding of Labour Relations Act (LRA), TES regulations, and compliance frameworks.
• Knowledge of AI, digital tools, and sourcing technologies to drive recruitment innovation.
• Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Ability to drive operational efficiencies and enhance revenue streams.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Data-driven decision-making with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Networking and industry presence to maintain market relevance.
• Valid driver’s license

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for the Permanent Recruitment and Executive Search divisions on a national scale.
• Partner with senior executives to shape business strategies, including growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
• Align talent acquisition strategies with corporate objectives and market trends.
• Drive process innovation and digital transformation in recruitment operations.
• Work closely with the Finance Director to monitor budgets, financial targets, and revenue generation.

• Ensure that all recruitment teams deliver high-quality services, meeting financial and operational KPIs.
• Implement best-in-class recruitment methodologies and technology-driven solutions.
• Oversee recruitment performance metrics, ensuring efficiency and productivity in talent acquisition.
• Drive compliance, governance, and risk management in all recruitment and executive search functions.
• Optimize candidate attraction and engagement strategies, including leveraging Map & Attract, headhunting, and market research.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across multiple industries (State-Owned Entities, Mining, Finance, Engineering, Oil & Gas, FMCG, IT & Telecommunications).
• Strengthen client relationships, ensuring exceptional service delivery and business growth.
• Represent the business at industry forums, networking events, and corporate engagements.
• Support the Director of TES in driving Temporary Employment Services (TES) strategies, ensuring seamless integration with permanent recruitment.

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of recruitment professionals across various locations.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and high performance.
• Mentor senior recruitment specialists, managers, and executives, ensuring continuous professional development.
• Implement training programs to elevate recruitment best practices and operational excellence.

Character Traits:

• Effective communication and leadership skills
• Constant attention to detail and accuracy
• Be a team player
• Be result focused

Working Hours: 08h00 to 17h00 (Monday to Friday), with overtime as required.