Executive Search in South Africa
Executive Search and Headhunting in South Africa
Recruit Mogul helps South African companies recruit executive leaders and specialist professionals through focused, results-driven search solutions. From Johannesburg and Cape Town to Durban, Pretoria, and Port Elizabeth, we connect organisations with candidates who offer both strategic leadership and operational effectiveness.
South Africa’s economy is supported by sectors such as financial services, mining, energy, agriculture, manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and ICT. Strong leadership is essential for navigating local and global challenges. We help businesses hire individuals who build teams, drive performance, and support long-term growth.
Speak with one of our consultants to start your executive search in South Africa.
Executive Search for Senior Leadership
Our executive search services help South African organisations appoint senior leaders who provide vision, executional strength, and cultural alignment. Each search is tailored to your company’s size, industry, and growth plans. We recruit for high-level positions such as:
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Chief Operating Officer (COO)
- Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
- Managing Director
- Executive Head of Operations
- Hospital CEO
- Compliance Director
- General Manager
All candidates are evaluated for leadership experience, sector knowledge, and long-term organisational fit.


Headhunters for Specialised Talent
In South Africa’s competitive market, many skilled professionals are not actively seeking new roles. Our headhunting services focus on reaching passive candidates. These are individuals who are performing well but open to opportunities that align with their goals. We recruit for specialised roles including:
- Mining Engineers
- Plant Managers
- Financial Controllers
- Cybersecurity Specialists
- Renewable Energy Project Leads
- Environmental Compliance Officers
- Supply Chain Managers
- Agribusiness Operations Leaders
- Legal and Risk Managers
- Clinical and Healthcare Managers
We conduct confidential, targeted outreach to engage top-tier candidates who are not accessible through job boards or standard channels.
Transparent Placement Fee and Guarantee
Recruit Mogul works on a transparent, performance-based pricing model. Our placement fee is 18% of the candidate’s first-year base salary. Payment is only due once the candidate has started. No upfront fees or retainers apply.
Each placement includes a three-month replacement guarantee. If your hire resigns or does not meet performance expectations within 90 days, we will conduct a replacement search at no additional cost. Your investment is fully protected.
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Johannesburg
Cape Town
Durban
Pretoria
Port Elizabeth
Bloemfontein
East London
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