Recruitment Consultant

Job BriefA Recruitment Consultant is needed to assist our clients in finding the best people to staff their business. You will be responsible for attracting candidates, screening them and matching them to appropriate positions available. Creating recruiting strategies and building relationships are very important duties as well.Recruitment consultants have the skills of salespeople and head-hunters. They possess sound judgement and communication aptitude. If you possess strong ethics, a collaborative spirit, and have a passion for sales and helping others, then we want to meet you!ResponsibilitiesFind clients and foster long-term relationships.Understand client requirements.Employ recruiting methods to attract candidates (e.g. job advertising).Evaluate resumes and applications.Source candidates using databases, social media etc.Assume responsibility of pre-interview screening.Match the most suitable candidates to different positions.Create relationships with job seekers and provide advice.Facilitate and finalise agreements between candidate and employer.Requirements and skillsMatric (Grade 12) is the minimum qualification required. A tertiary education in either Human Resources or Industrial /Organisational Psychology will be advantageous.Proven experience as recruitment consultant, HR consultant or similar position.Understanding of sourcing and recruiting techniques.Sales/Customer service skills.Outstanding communication ability.Confident and pleasant personality.Well-organized.Sound judgement.Computer literate (working knowledge of MS Office is essential).