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Recruitment Consultant

About People and Partners Group

People & Partners Group (PPG) is a leading Pan-African executive search and strategic human capital partner, headquartered in Accra, Ghana. We excel in placing C-suite and senior leaders across Africa and beyond, with a 98% retention rate, 15‑day completion timeline, access to 100K+ top talents, and 1-year+ free replacement guarantee.

Our end-to-end solutions include Employer of Record (EOR), HR outsourcing, payroll, compensation structuring, performance management, recruitment, and corporate training; tailored for multinationals and high-growth businesses expanding into key African markets, the UK, USA, Middle East, and more.

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Role Overview

The Recruitment Consultant will be responsible for end-to-end recruitment delivery while driving business growth through client acquisition, relationship management, and revenue generation. This role blends talent advisory with strategic sales, requiring a proactive individual who can both fill roles and build a strong client portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Advisory

  • Manage the full recruitment cycle from role briefing, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and shortlisting to client presentation and offer management.

  • Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines across multiple industries and functions.

  • Develop and execute candidate marketing strategies to attract, engage, and position top talent to clients, including talent mapping, employer branding, and targeted outreach.

  • Utilize job boards, networks, referrals, and innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent.

  • Provide clients with market intelligence, salary benchmarks, and hiring insights.

  • Ensure a seamless and professional candidate and client experience throughout the hiring process.

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in ATS/CRM systems.

Business Development & Revenue Growth

  • Identify, target, and convert new business opportunities to expand the client base.

  • Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets.

  • Proactively generate leads through cold calling, networking, referrals, and digital outreach.

  • Build and nurture long-term client relationships, positioning the company as a trusted talent partner.

  • Own the full sales cycle: lead generation, pitch, negotiation, closing, and account management.

  • Prepare and present compelling proposals, service offerings, and SLAs to prospective clients.

  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms of business with clients.

  • Track sales pipeline, revenue forecasts, and performance metrics.

  • Collaborate with internal teams to cross-sell HR consulting services (e.g., HR outsourcing, training, salary surveys).

  • Stay updated on market trends, industry movements, and competitor activities to inform business strategy.

Client Relationship Management

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients.

  • Manage client expectations and ensure high levels of satisfaction and retention.

  • Conduct regular client check-ins and business reviews to identify new opportunities.

  • Handle client feedback and resolve issues proactively to maintain strong partnerships.

Brand Representation & Market Engagement

  • Represent the company at networking events, industry forums, and career fairs.

  • Build the company’s presence through LinkedIn and professional communities.

  • Contribute to employer branding and thought leadership initiatives.



Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.

  • 3–5 years’ experience in recruitment cum business development, or a client-facing role.

  • Proven track record in achieving revenue or sales targets in a recruitment environment.

  • Strong business acumen with the ability to identify and close opportunities.

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.

  • Self-driven, target-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

  • Proficiency in MS Office, ATS, and CRM tools.


Benefits

  • A collaborative and growth-focused environment.

  • Exposure to diverse industries and clients.

  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

  • Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives.


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