Senior Recruitment Specialist – Executive Search

About the role

Keller Executive Search is seeking a results‑driven Senior Recruitment Specialist to lead senior and executive‑level searches across North America and Europe. You will work with a strong internal infrastructure, modern recruitment systems, and a dedicated marketing function, allowing you to focus on high‑quality placements.

Key responsibilities

• Lead in‑depth screening and evaluation conversations with management and executive‑level professionals.
• Partner closely with internal sourcing specialists to maintain a consistent flow of well‑qualified talent.
• Monitor and analyze recruitment performance data to refine search strategies.
• Utilise contemporary recruiting platforms, systems, and digital tools throughout the end‑to‑end recruitment process.

Required profile

• Minimum two years of hands‑on experience in recruitment, account management, or partnership‑focused roles.
• Proven success engaging, evaluating, and advancing candidates at leadership level.
• Self‑starting, action‑oriented, with high energy and creative problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills when dealing with senior, international stakeholders.
• Genuine interest in building relationships across global markets.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent contract with a competitive base salary.
• Generous commission structure (average commission 33,000 ZAR per placement).
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, paid annual and sick leave, and all South African public holidays.
• Afternoon off on your birthday.