Offer summary

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years of recruitment experience, preferably in life sciences or technical sectors., Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential., Experience with UK or US clients is highly preferred., Proficiency in using LinkedIn Recruiter and recruitment CRMs is required..

Key responsibilities:

Source and engage high-calibre candidates in the life sciences markets.

Manage the full recruitment cycle or support delivery based on experience.

Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates and clients.

Stay updated on market trends and collaborate with sales teams to meet client needs.

Job description

Recruitment Consultant Life Sciences (Cape Town-Based)

Join a fast-growing international recruitment team focused on the high-impact life sciences sector.

Remote for now, office-based in Cape Town in future | UK hours | Competitive salary + commission

About Our Client

Our client is a specialist international recruitment firm working with top-tier clients in the life sciences sector, particularly across the UK and US markets. With a people-first culture, global reach, and a focus on high-demand industries like biotech, pharmaceuticals, and clinical research, they provide a supportive environment for growth-driven consultants.

They are expanding their delivery capability in South Africa and offer an exciting opportunity for recruiters who want to build a career in a meaningful, future-forward industry while gaining global exposure.

The Role: Recruitment Consultant Life Sciences

You'll play a key role in connecting talented professionals with innovative clients in the pharmaceutical, biotech, clinical research, and medical device industries. The role is ideal for recruiters who are confident, ambitious, and passionate about life sciences or technical sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Source and engage high-calibre candidates across UK and US life sciences markets
Manage the end-to-end (360°) recruitment cycle or support delivery (180°) based on experience
Build strong, lasting relationships with candidates and clients
Advertise roles, screen CVs, conduct interviews, and handle submissions
Maintain accurate and timely records on the ATS/CRM
Stay current on market trends, salary benchmarks, and industry regulations
Collaborate with sales or business development teams to meet client delivery needs

About You

13 years of recruitment experience, ideally within life sciences or technical sectors
Experience working with UK or US clients is strongly preferred
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated and organized, able to manage deadlines independently
Adaptable and performance-oriented, with a growth mindset
Proficient in using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and recruitment CRMs
Comfortable working UK-aligned hours (9am6pm GMT)

If you're ready to build an international recruitment career in an impactful industry, apply now to join a team where your work truly makes a difference.

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