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Senior Delivery Consultant

The Legends AgencyWorkFromHome, Mpumalanga, South Africa

5 hours ago

Job description

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

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Senior Consultant • WorkFromHome, Mpumalanga, South Africa