Temp Desk Recruitment Consultant

Headhunters is growing and we are looking for a dynamic and customer-centric team player, to join our Headhunter team as a Temp Desk Consultant.  

As we are developing our temp recruitment offering, we are seeking a dedicated Temp Recruitment Consultant to manage and growth this division.

This position is based in Walmer, Port Elizabeth.

If you love working in a fast paced and dynamic environment, being supported by a phenomenal team, and enjoy coffee as much as we do - then we would love to chat with you.

We welcome applications from candidates who have a proven track record within the recruitment industry.

Duties include, but not limited to :

• Pro-actively sourcing candidates through social media, job adverts and referrals from your network;
• Reviewing applicants CV's in response to live vacancies, screening the relevantly experienced candidates by telephone and face to interviews;
• Managing the interview process from beginning to end, ensuring clients and candidates are kept informed at all times;
• Developing business through cold calling, networking, social media etc;
• Negotiating fees
• Visiting clients regularly to develop new business and build lasting relationships;
• Working to set KPI's and financial targets each month; viz. you will be responsible for ensuring and maintaining the success of your desk.
• Advertising on job boards and social media
• Contacting suitable applicants and matching to client's requirements
• Processing temporary worker documentation and payroll on a weekly basis

Essential:

• Must have at least 3 years Temp Desk experience
• Sales experience and a desire to work in a sales and target driven role
• Highly IT literate and working knowledge of the Office 365 suite.
• Must have a flair for face-to-face sales with excellent communication skills and a strong focus on interpersonal skills
• Must be able to multi-task every minute of every day, and must be prepared to go that extra mile for every candidate and every client.

Skills & Attributes:

• Attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Strong presentation skills both verbal and written
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Organisational skills
• Flexible
• Able to work under pressure
• Deadline-orientated
• Good business acumen
• Creative – be able to think-out-the-box
• Good networking ability
• Computer literate
• Team player
• High customer service ethic
• Honest and integrity
• Driven and passionate to succeed