Recruitment Consultant/Full Cycle Recruiter | South Africa (Remote)
D2B · Remote · ZAR 18,300–ZAR 21,500/month (stated in the posting)
We are seeking a dedicated and organized Recruitment Consultant to join our team at Pear Tree. In this remote role, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing and screening candidates to coordinating interviews and managing offers. You will work closely with clients to understand their hiring needs, provide market insights, and ensure a smooth and efficient recruitment experience. Strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to build lasting client and candidate relationships are essential for success in this position.
Note: When submitting your application, please include a video introduction. Applications with a video introduction will be prioritised.
Position: Recruitment Consultant
Salary: ZAR 18,300 to ZAR 21,500 per month
Working Hours & Conditions: SA business hours; Mondays to Fridays, 8:00AM to 5:00PM SA Time; full-time (remote)
Holidays: TBD
ABOUT THE ROLE
As for the role, the Recruitment Consultant manages the full end-to-end hiring lifecycle, from initial sourcing and internal assessments to final placement and client coordination. The position requires a high-energy professional capable of hitting monthly placement targets while maintaining a robust pipeline of qualified candidates.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
A - SOURCING AND INTERVIEWING
- Source candidates use various search methods (top 3-4 platforms used) to build a robust candidate pipeline
- Pre-screen candidates by reviewing resumes and through phone screening to assess their relevant knowledge, skills, soft skills, experience, and aptitudes which best fit for partners/clients.
- Conduct internal assessments - Pre-Screening, Grammar, and Initial interviews
- Prepare profiles, resumes and correspondence to forward to clients regarding fit candidates and requesting references and checking the appropriateness of candidates
- Manage the overall interview and selection process.
B - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- Define job description and document specifications
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
- Monitor projects once launched (job roles) and track progress until project completion
- Coordinate with Recruitment Managers for project updates and reports
- Prepare and submit project status reports to Recruitment Managers
- Report and escalate projects to Recruitment Managers as needed
C - CANDIDATE MANAGEMENT
- Keep candidates warm by providing updates on job postings
- Inform candidates about the results of their assessments/interviews
D - CLIENT MANAGEMENT
- Communicate with clients to get a clear view on their hiring needs and organizational goals
- Build rapport with the clients and develop long-term client relationships
- Present shortlisted candidates to the clients
- Make arrangements/scheduling candidates with the client POC for Hiring manager’s interview
- Closely coordinate with partners/clients regarding status updates of the candidates and making recommendations to hiring managers
E - INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE
- Stay abreast of recruiting trends and best practices.
- Develop a sustainable candidate lead strategy.
F - OTHERS
- Perform other duties as assigned or needed.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant, Talent Acquisition Specialist, or Recruiter with full end-to-end recruitment responsibility
- Mandatory experience recruiting for UK clients
- Demonstrated experience sourcing and hiring roles within the mortgage industry, including:
- Mortgage Brokers
- Credit Analysts
- Loan Processors
- Parabrokers
- Strong client management experience, with the ability to manage multiple client accounts and build long-term relationships
- Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, target-driven recruitment environment
- Experience working in or supporting an Australian recruitment agency is highly preferred
- Strong sourcing skills using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, Boolean search, and other sourcing tools
- Familiarity with Australian hiring practices, recruitment processes, and market expectations
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously
- Experience using ATS platforms such as Workable, and Hubspot (CRM)
- Ability to work remotely and align with Australian business hours
Benefits
- Base Salary
- Incentives/Commissions on placements
- HMO after 3 months