Senior Delivery Consultant

Senior Delivery Consultant Join a high-performing UK-headhunting firm with a true partnership culture and exceptional commission model Remote (South Africa) | UK Working Hours | R35,000 - R38,000 per month uncapped commission About Our Client Our client is a fast-growing executive search firm specialising in retained recruitment across niche technical and commercial functions, with a strong presence in the UK and international markets. Known for their high standards, mature culture, and strategic client partnerships, they deliver value far beyond placements. Their retained model, high-trust environment, and no-micro-management approach attract professionals who value autonomy, quality, and long-term impact. The Role: Senior Delivery Consultant This role is ideal for a commercially-minded recruiter or senior resourcer ready to own delivery from end to end. You will lead search execution across retained mandates, including candidate sourcing, assessment, and client-facing progress reporting. Operating as a trusted advisor to clients, your work will directly contribute to successful placements in high-impact roles, particularly in life sciences and technical markets. You'll also benefit from a standout commission model, earning on every shortlist and placement you contribute to. Key Responsibilities Minimum 3 years' experience in recruitment, with strong candidate delivery and client management exposure Manage the full retained search lifecycle: from research and market mapping to candidate submission and placement Conduct in-depth client due diligence and kickoff preparations (job analysis, long-list planning, etc.) Source, screen, and assess candidates for technical, cultural, and commercial alignment Build and maintain structured candidate reports and branded CVs for client submissions Lead regular client progress calls and provide detailed written updates Use tools like LinkedIn, Otter, Ezekia, and CRM platforms to track, document, and deliver searches efficiently Collaborate with internal teams and leadership to drive quality, equity, and delivery excellence Provide a premium experience to both clients and candidates through proactive, detail-focused engagement About You 3-5 years of recruitment experience (internal or agency); 360 backgrounds welcome Experience in life sciences/pharma or other specialist/niche sectors preferred Strong knowledge of UK recruitment markets and candidate expectations Proven delivery track record with measurable KPIs (e.g., time-to-fill, shortlist conversions) Excellent written and verbal communication, neutral accent preferred for UK client engagement Detail-obsessed, proactive, and emotionally mature thrives in a non-micromanaged, collaborative culture Able to work UK hours (Monday to Friday) from a remote setup with strong internet connectivity Comfortable using tech tools (Otter, Ezekia, LinkedIn Recruiter, CRMs, Google Suite) to streamline delivery Package Highlights Salary: R35,000 - R38,000 per month (based on experience) High-earning potential: 10% commission on every shortlist and completion you contribute to Realistic earning boost: all delivery consultants earned 40% of their base salary in commission last year Remote role (South Africa-based) | UK working hours Work in a mature, high-trust, quality-driven team culture

Location: South Africa, ZA

Posted Date: 10/7/2025