Senior IT Recruitment Specialist; Remote

About the Role Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is looking for an experienced Senior IT Recruitment Specialist to join their fully remote team. This is a pivotal role for a seasoned professional who excels in identifying and attracting top-tier IT talent for demanding technical roles. As a remote-first organization, we empower our team members with the flexibility and resources to succeed from anywhere.

You will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle, from understanding complex technical requirements and developing strategic sourcing plans to conducting in-depth interviews and managing offer negotiations. You will play a key role in helping our client's partners build robust technology teams by sourcing highly skilled software developers, data scientists, cybersecurity experts, and other IT professionals. This position offers the opportunity to leverage your expertise in a dynamic and rapidly evolving sector, supported by a collaborative virtual environment and excellent career advancement prospects.

Your contribution will be critical to the success of our clients in the competitive tech landscape.

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for a variety of senior and niche IT roles.
• Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to attract high-caliber IT professionals, including passive candidates.
• Conduct comprehensive technical screening and behavioural interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with IT professionals and key clients.
• Provide expert advice to clients on market trends, salary benchmarks, and talent availability in the IT sector.
• Manage the offer process, including negotiation and ensuring a smooth onboarding experience.
• Continuously research and stay updated on new technologies, IT trends, and the competitive talent landscape.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on recruitment strategies and delivery.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

• Extensive proven experience as an IT Recruiter or Technical Recruiter, with a focus on senior-level placements.
• Deep understanding of various IT domains, technologies, and common tech stacks.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and placing niche technical roles (e.g., AI/ML Engineers, Dev Ops specialists, Cybersecurity analysts).
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage workload effectively, and thrive in a fully remote environment.
• Proficiency in using advanced sourcing tools, ATS platforms, and professional networking sites.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to understand client business needs.
• Must have a suitable home office setup with reliable internet connectivity to support this remote role, serving clients in Mahikeng, North West, ZA and beyond.

• Highly competitive salary with significant bonus potential.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering ultimate flexibility.
• Access to best-in-class recruitment technology and resources.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and specialization in IT recruitment.
• Work within a collaborative, supportive, and high-achieving virtual team.