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Senior Technical Recruiter

Zensar

South Africa · Hybrid Contract Senior Today

About the role

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Technical Recruiter to join our talent acquisition team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, technology-focused environment and has a strong track record of hiring top-tier technical talent.

You will play a key role in identifying, attracting, and securing skilled professionals across a range of technical disciplines, partnering closely with hiring managers and stakeholders to meet business needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing to offer stage
  • Partner with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and team needs
  • Source high-quality candidates through multiple channels (LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, networking)
  • Screen and assess candidates for both technical capability and cultural fit
  • Coordinate and manage interview processes efficiently
  • Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs
  • Provide market insights, salary benchmarking, and hiring trends
  • Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey
  • Collaborate with HR and business leaders to support workforce planning initiatives

Minimum Requirements

  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Technical Recruiter within a similar environment (e.g., IT services, software development, or consulting)
  • Proven track record of successfully hiring for technical roles (e.g., developers, engineers, DevOps, cloud specialists)
  • Strong understanding of technical terminology and modern technology stacks
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume recruitment environment
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple roles and priorities simultaneously

Preferred Skills & Attributes

  • Experience recruiting for global or distributed teams
  • Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment tools
  • Strong sourcing skills, including headhunting and passive candidate engagement
  • Data-driven mindset with the ability to track and report on recruitment metrics
  • High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
  • Proactive, resilient, and solution-oriented approach
  • Ability to build strong relationships with both candidates and internal stakeholders

What Success Looks Like

  • Consistently sourcing and delivering high-quality candidates within agreed timelines
  • Maintaining a healthy pipeline of technical talent
  • Enhancing employer brand through positive candidate interactions

Skills

Applicant Tracking SystemsCloudDevOpsLinkedIn

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