Description
Our client is a global leader in Quantitative Investment Executive Search, specialising in placing top-tier talent in roles such as Quantitative Researchers (QRs), Equity Analysts, Execution Traders, and Macro Strategists. They are seeking a highly skilled Headhunter/Researcher to support their recruitment efforts by sourcing high-calibre candidates, conducting market mapping, and enhancing their recruitment pipeline. The ideal candidate is a proactive, research-driven recruiter with experience in headhunting for financial services, particularly in quantitative finance. This role requires strong analytical skills, a structured approach to market mapping, and the ability to engage with senior-level professionals.
This is a remote position open to those living anywhere in South Africa.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Identify, source, and engage with high-quality candidates for roles in investment banking, trading, and quantitative finance
- Conduct proactive headhunting using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and internal databases
- Develop a robust talent pipeline, ensuring a steady flow of qualified candidates
- Conduct comprehensive market mapping to identify and track top-tier professionals
- Deliver structured reports with at least 20 viable candidate profiles per week
- Provide talent intelligence, helping the business stay ahead of hiring trends
- Review and update legacy candidate records to maintain an accurate talent pool
- Ensure all candidate interactions are tracked in ATS/CRM systems
- Build long-term relationships with top candidates for future placements
- Assist in headhunting efforts for senior-level searches
- Conduct initial screening calls to assess suitability for key roles
- Provide regular recruitment insights to the internal team
- Deliver weekly and bi-weekly reports on progress, challenges, and candidate insights
- Meet key performance targets, including volume of sourced profiles and candidate quality
Skills, Experience & Requirements
- Proven experience in headhunting, executive search, or financial services recruitment
- Ability to conduct detailed research on key financial markets
- Familiarity with quantitative finance, investment banking, or trading roles
- Experience using ATS, CRM systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, and recruitment databases
- Ability to engage with senior-level professionals confidently
- Excellent attention to detail in candidate tracking and market analysis
- Ability to work autonomously in a remote setting while meeting recruitment targets
Load Shedding
Applicants must be able to ensure they can maintain internet and power during office hours.
