82 Executive Recruitment jobs in South Africa

Keller Executive Search and Haldren are fast growing executive recruitment brands currently hiring for various roles across our organization, and we are seeking talented professionals to join our growing team. Most positions in Keller are remote from home.

This job post provided prospective candidates with direct access to the hiring team and once we've been added to our portal, we will be able to communicate with you throughout the hiring process.

There aren't any specific technical requirements for the role. We are looking for the following:

Enthusiastic

Integrity.

• Outgoing Personality: An extroverted individual who excels in building relationships.
• Highly Intelligent: Quick learner with the ability to understand complex concepts.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient with modern software tools and quick to adapt to new technologies.
• Excellent Communicator: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive & Solution-Oriented: Ability to identify issues independently and implement effective solutions.
• Flexible Schedule: Willingness to work some evenings when necessary to engage with international partners

All employees are hiring under our SA company and are provided with the following benefits:

• All South African Public Holidays Observed
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave (for you or for another person)

• Medical Aid

• Afternoon off on your birthday

Above all - we offer:

• Significant opportunities for personal growth, skill development, and career advancement.

• Supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment that values collaboration and innovation.

• The change to make a meaningful impact by connecting top talent with life-changing opportunities.

Keller Executive Search and Haldren are fast growing executive recruitment brands currently hiring for various roles across our organization, and we are seeking talented professionals to join our growing team. Most positions in Keller are remote from home.

This job post provided prospective candidates with direct access to the hiring team and once we've been added to our portal, we will be able to communicate with you throughout the hiring process.

There aren't any specific technical requirements for the role. We are looking for the following:

• Outgoing Personality: An extroverted individual who excels in building relationships.
• Highly Intelligent: Quick learner with the ability to understand complex concepts.
• Enthusiastic: Eager to make an impact in the company and advancement in your career.
• Integrity: Solid work ethic with a high degree of integrity.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient with modern software tools and quick to adapt to new technologies.
• Excellent Communicator: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive & Solution-Oriented: Ability to identify issues independently and implement effective solutions.
• Flexible Schedule: Willingness to work some evenings when necessary to engage with international partners

All employees are hiring under our SA company and are provided with the following benefits:

• All South African Public Holidays Observed
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave (for you or for another person)

• Medical Aid

• Afternoon off on your birthday

Above all - we offer:

• Significant opportunities for personal growth, skill development, and career advancement.

• Supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment that values collaboration and innovation.

• The change to make a meaningful impact by connecting top talent with life-changing opportunities.

We're seeking a detail-oriented Executive Assistant to support our recruitment team with administrative and operational tasks. This is a fully remote position based in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate interview schedules across multiple time zones and manage recruitment calendars

• Communicate with candidates regarding interview logistics and updates

• Prepare offer letters, contracts, and onboarding documentation

• Maintain applicant tracking systems and recruitment databases

• Assist with job postings and screening administrative tasks

• Track recruitment metrics and prepare reports for the team

• Handle confidential candidate information with discretion

• Support recruitment events and employer branding initiatives

Requirements:

• 2+ years of administrative experience (recruitment/HR experience a plus)

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities

• Proficiency in Google Workspace/Microsoft Office and ATS platforms

• Comfortable working independently in a remote setting

• Reliable internet connection and professional home office setup

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary

• Fully remote work arrangement

• Exposure to talent acquisition processes

• Supportive team environment

To apply, submit your CV and a brief note about your relevant experience.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for uncovering top global talent? We're partnering with a highly respected UK-based executive search firm that operates across international markets to find a skilled Researcher / 180 Recruitment Consultant. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in mapping talent, engaging candidates, and supporting global search assignments across multiple industries including Life Sciences, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain.

This is your opportunity to work alongside a world-class team of consultants and partners, contributing to impactful hiring decisions at the leadership level. You'll be empowered to take ownership of the research and delivery process, while enjoying the flexibility and growth potential of a forward-thinking recruitment environment.

• Conduct in-depth market and talent mapping across international geographies
• Identify, approach, and engage senior-level candidates for global search assignments
• Build and maintain talent pipelines within key industries such as Life Sciences and Industrial sectors
• Write and present high-quality candidate reports, market insights, and research documentation
• Collaborate closely with senior consultants and project leads to deliver on retained mandates
• Use LinkedIn, internal databases, and market intelligence tools to support long-term talent strategy
• Manage candidate communications and scheduling throughout the recruitment lifecycle
• Uphold professional standards of confidentiality, accuracy, and communication in all search-related activities

• 3–5 years of experience in a researcher or 180 recruitment role, ideally within international or executive search environments
• Strong understanding of global recruitment markets and cross-cultural communication
• Demonstrable experience sourcing and engaging senior candidates via LinkedIn and other platforms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail, ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Experience using applicant tracking systems and research tools

• A quiet, professional home working environment with:

• Laptop / PC

• Reliable high-speed internet connection

Executive Search Specialist – Finance & Professional Services

Remote (South America)

Salary: Negotiable + commission per placement

Broadgate (part of Trinnovo Group) is hiring an Executive Search Specialist to support a high-growth, agile professional services group across the UK. You'll partner directly with senior stakeholders and an internal TA function on critical senior appointments across Finance, Tax and Corporate Services.

This role suits a commercially minded headhunter who can source niche skill sets, work volume senior pipelines, and sell the opportunity, not just the role. Expect fast feedback, direct access to hiring managers, and the scope to grow the function long-term.

What you'll do

• Run executive search across Finance/Tax/Professional Services.
• Build market maps, headhunt passive talent, and maintain continuous follow-up.
• Own client processes end-to-end: brief, CV sends, interviews, feedback, close.
• Tell a compelling client growth story and open doors across group brands.

What we're looking for

• Experience in exec search/headhunting or senior-level recruitment.
• Strong research/market-mapping skills and proactive pipeline building.
• High EQ with the confidence to push, challenge and influence.
• Adaptable, quick learner, highly commercial; comfortable with volume delivery.
• Sector knowledge in Finance/Tax/Professional Services is advantageous.

What you'll get

• Competitive base salary + commission per placement
• Live roles from day one with close client alignment and quick feedback
• 20 days' annual leave
• Medical insurance
• Laptop provided and option for a WFH equipment loan
• Eligibility for company-wide Super Incentive trips

About Broadgate & Trinnovo Group

Broadgate specialises in Corporate Governance, Finance, Change and Transformation. As part of Trinnovo Group (a B Corp Certified organisation with award-winning brands in Technology, Finance, and AI & ML), we're recognised for inclusive culture and community networks such as Women in DevOps and Ex-Military Careers.

Interested?

Email or apply directly today.

Impel Talent is supporting a global executive search and leadership advisory firm operating at the forefront of the life sciences and healthcare industries in seeking a Senior Executive Search Consultant. Our client partners with organisations at key inflection points, from emerging out of stealth to preparing for commercialization, helping them secure the leadership talent that drives success.

As a
Senior Executive Delivery Consultant / Researcher
, you will play a pivotal role in delivering senior-level executive search assignments. You will be responsible for in-depth research, candidate engagement, and the end-to-end delivery process, working closely with an international consulting team based in New York and London.

This is a
delivery-focused role
with emphasis on research, execution, and candidate relationships. You must have experience working with Executive Level Candidates from VP to C-Suite.

Your Responsibilities

• Partner with the international team to deliver senior executive search projects across the life sciences and healthcare sectors.
• Conduct detailed market research and mapping to identify, evaluate, and engage high-impact leaders.
• Build trusted, long-term relationships with senior candidates, guiding them through career-defining transitions.
• Deliver comprehensive shortlists through direct approaches, networking, and talent intelligence.
• Manage the candidate journey: evaluation calls, interview preparation, feedback, and salary/offer discussions.
• Provide market insights and talent intelligence to support strategic client conversations.
• Support broader projects beyond executive search, including leadership advisory and board-related initiatives.

What You Will Gain

You will benefit from:

• Competitive salary
  aligned with experience
• Performance-based commission
• Health insurance coverage
• Professional mentorship
  and ongoing development support
• Access to Impel Talent's network and infrastructure
• Collaboration with international teams
  in New York and London
• Training & education support
  , including external courses

Why Join

This role offers the chance to work at the highest levels of executive search in life sciences and healthcare while being fully supported by Impel Talent. You will gain international exposure, develop deep industry expertise, and join a values-driven organisation that invests in your growth.

If you believe you can deliver excellence, apply below.

At Impel Talent, we take a thoughtful approach to every hire, ensuring the right alignment of values, culture, and long-term ambition.

Are you a sophisticated talent strategist with a proven ability to engage senior leadership across global markets? We are representing a prestigious UK-based executive search firm with a global client portfolio spanning Life Sciences, Industrial, and Supply Chain sectors. As they continue to lead in board-level and senior hiring, they're seeking an experienced Headhunter / Senior Talent Research Consultant to drive high-impact delivery across retained international search mandates.

This is a strategic and commercially influential role ideal for a senior research or delivery specialist who thrives in high-trust, low-volume, high-value search environments. You'll operate at the intersection of insight, influence, and precision—partnering with senior consultants and C-suite clients to identify, assess, and engage the world's top executive talent.

• Lead executive-level talent mapping and headhunting across global markets, with a focus on EMEA, the Americas, and APAC
• Identify, approach, and influence senior-level and C-suite candidates for board, VP, and director-level roles
• Develop deep industry and competitor intelligence to support strategic hiring decisions and market positioning
• Craft detailed candidate profiles, briefing packs, and insight-driven research reports for client presentations
• Act as a key delivery partner on retained assignments—managing shortlists, interviews, and candidate experience
• Collaborate with senior search consultants to shape search strategy, targeting methodology, and narrative positioning
• Build and maintain confidential talent pipelines aligned to future leadership hiring needs
• Use advanced tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean sourcing, talent databases, and market intel platforms
• Represent the brand with discretion, professionalism, and credibility in all candidate and internal interactions

• 5+ years of experience in executive search or headhunting with a focus on international assignments
• Deep understanding of the global talent landscape and executive search methodologies (retained/exclusive)
• Proven success in engaging and assessing senior-level candidates across multiple industries and regions
• Strong stakeholder management skills, capable of supporting and influencing at partner and C-suite level
• Excellent written and verbal communication—confident preparing and delivering detailed documentation
• Meticulous attention to detail, project discipline, and the ability to manage multiple concurrent searches
• Experienced with ATS, CRM, and research tools used in high-end search environments

Must have:

• Laptop or PC
• Stable, high-speed internet
• A private, professional home working setup

• Application Deadline: 2 November 2025
• Job Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
• Job Title: Talent Acquisition & Development Manager
• Education Level: Bachelors Degree
• Job Level: Management
• Minimum Experience: 5- 7 Years

An International Talent Acquisition & Development Manager is required for a vacancy in Sandton, Johannesburg.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recruitment:
• Independently source and attract candidates across all departments and jurisdictions in which the company operates.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job description creation, screening, interviews, case studies, professional references and offers, in partnership with hiring managers.
• Drafting and issuing employment contracts, and ensuring compliance with local law
• Build and maintain a careers page on website, and other suitable portals.
• Partner with leadership on annual workforce planning and hiring strategies, continuously iterating with changing business needs.
• Build and maintain a strong candidate pipeline and network for current and future needs.
• Ensure company upholds its DEI commitments in hiring, including maintaining and improving DEI policies.
• Keep the business informed of changes to local labour laws and how they affect recruitment.
• Manage visa or right-to-work permit applications and renewals
• Provide accurate periodic data, reporting and insights on the firm's recruitment efforts for investors and Senior Management.
• Salary bandings:
• Research and maintain up-to-date market salary data across departments and jurisdictions.
• Conduct ongoing competitor analysis, and report on market insights, to inform company's hiring decisions.
• Design and update levelling frameworks and salary bandings specific to needs.
• Communicate salary frameworks clearly to managers and employees, ensuring transparency and fairness, including creating materials of reference if necessary.
• Support the development and application of the firm's overall compensation philosophy and practices.
• Employee Development, Benefits & Lifecycle:
• Partner with the CEO, COO and the Events and Engagement Manager to design strategies that strengthen employee retention, including bonus structures, benefits and other incentives.
• Co-ordinate the performance review processes and help identify high-potential talent and pathways for growth, in addition to monitoring and reporting on under-performing talent.
• Co-ordinate and document the probation review process and provide advice on
  
  performance management

Requirements:

• 4–6 years of experience in recruitment and HR administration, with proven success in hiring mid to senior-level specialist roles, in multiple jurisdictions.
• Strong understanding of compensation frameworks, benchmarking, and salary banding.
• Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities across departments and regions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to partner effectively with leaders and represent Lendable externally.
• A proactive and solutions-oriented approach, with a passion for people and development.
• Familiarity with employment law across multiple jurisdictions (desirable but not essential).

Step into the dynamic world of digital marketing with Incubeta as an Account Executive on our Digital Media team. Collaborating with a talented group of digital media enthusiasts, you'll be instrumental in creating and optimising paid search & social campaigns for top global brands, placing relevant, impactful ads in front of the right audiences at the perfect moment. This role promises hands-on experience, early responsibilities, and career progression in a sector that's constantly evolving, with ample support and training to help you grow.

At Incubeta, we foster an environment that values creativity, strategy, and innovation, offering greater freedom and flexibility compared to similar roles elsewhere. From day one, you'll get experience with hands-on work, managing clients, contributing to strategy development, and have the opportunity to work with multiple digital channels as you advance.

Key Responsibilities

• Campaign Management: Run paid search & social campaigns across Google, Microsoft and Meta and a variety of social platforms and receive thorough training to expand into additional channels.
• Account Optimisation: Identify trends, analyse key metrics, and make adjustments to keep accounts performing at their best.
• Client Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing updates and exploring growth opportunities.
• Strategic Development: Drive innovation within accounts and contribute to new client ideas and opportunities.
• Reporting & Analysis: Track and report on performance metrics, translating insights into actionable improvements.

What We're Looking For

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with a strategic, problem-solving mindset.
• Proactive, inquisitive, and eager to learn more about digital marketing.
• Excellent communication skills for teamwork and client interactions.
• A genuine interest in the fast-paced, tech-driven landscape of digital media.
• Up to one year of paid search/ digital marketing experience.

Incubeta Company Values:

• Earn Trust: Focused on maintaining and increasing customer focus, works with the customer in mind earning trust along each step with clients and colleagues
• Help Others Succeed: Makes an active contribution to a joint result (organizational target) or to resolving problems or conflicts. Think in terms of possibilities. Is able to solve issues and problems in a timely and effective manner, working as a team.
• Dare to Lead: Is willing to improve individual performance and stimulate others to act accordingly. Setting the standard and example. Being solution driven.
• Exceed Expectations: Carries out tasks without help from others; takes command of problem situations and aims to achieve more than the basic requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Incubeta is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Application Process:

If you feel you meet the criteria please kindly submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio of relevant work. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.MPlease take note that if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you should consider your application as unsuccessful.