Job description
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Recruiter to join our growing team at Keller Executive Search. As an Executive Recruiter, you will be responsible for identifying, attracting, and placing exceptional senior-level talent across various industries. This fully remote position offers the opportunity to work with prestigious clients and candidates while building lasting professional relationships that drive business success.
Client Relationship Management
- Develop and maintain strong partnerships with client organisations across diverse sectors
- Conduct comprehensive client briefings to understand organisational culture, role requirements, and strategic objectives
- Provide expert consultation on market conditions, salary benchmarking, and talent availability
- Manage multiple client assignments simultaneously while maintaining exceptional service standards
Talent Acquisition and Sourcing
- Execute sophisticated search strategies to identify passive and active executive-level candidates
- Utilise advanced research techniques, professional networks, and industry knowledge to build comprehensive candidate pipelines
- Conduct in-depth candidate assessments, including competency-based interviews and reference checks
- Present detailed candidate profiles and recommendations to clients with strategic insights
Market Intelligence and Business Development
- Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, compensation structures, and competitive landscape
- Develop sector expertise and thought leadership within assigned market segments
- Contribute to business development activities through networking, referrals, and market presence
- Prepare market mapping reports and talent intelligence for client organisations
Process Management
- Manage end-to-end recruitment processes from initial brief through to successful placement
- Coordinate interview schedules, provide candidate coaching, and facilitate feedback sessions
- Negotiate employment terms and manage offer processes to ensure successful closures
- Maintain accurate records and provide regular progress updates to stakeholders
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Psychology, or related field advantageous
- Minimum 3-5 years of executive search or senior-level recruitment experience
- Proven track record of successful executive placements across multiple industry sectors
- Experience working with C-suite, director-level, and senior management positions
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in recruitment technologies, ATS systems, and professional databases
- Advanced research and sourcing capabilities using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search techniques
- Strong Microsoft Office suite skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint for reporting and presentations
- Familiarity with South African and International employment legislation and compliance requirements
Core Competencies
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with ability to engage at all organisational levels
- Strong commercial acumen and understanding of business drivers across various industries
- Proven ability to work independently in a remote environment with minimal supervision
- Excellent project management skills with ability to prioritise competing deadlines
- High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality outcomes
- Professional integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Preferred Qualifications
Professional recruitment certification or ongoing professional development
Experience with international or multinational recruitment assignments
Additional international language skills advantageous given South Africa’s diverse market
Full-time, permanent position
Competitive base salary
Generous commission structure
Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical aid
- Paid annual leave
- Paid sick leave
- All South African public holidays observed
Afternoon off on your birthday
