First Degree Recruitment
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First Degree Recruitment
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Annemarie Beets
Managing Director / Owner
With 20 years of experience in Sales and Sales Management, Annemarie is very efficient in managing the First Degree Recruitment Office. She is responsible for running all the business operations but at the same time never neglects looking after the clients and their needs. With a Marketing Degree and many years of experience in the motor industry, she is a force to be reckoned with. She is highly driven has a passion for recruitment. Annemarie puts her heart and soul into the business. She strives for good results and believes in equality. Everyone at First Degree Recruitment loves her positive attitude, enthusiasm and energy. She has a fast paced, results-driven but also people-driven approach to management, which is what contributes to managing the business effectively. For all general business queries and enquiries, please contact Annemarie for assistance. She will go the extra mile to help.
079 586 8935
annemarie@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Heilie Van Zyl
Recruitment Manager / Director
With 16 years of experience in Sales and Marketing (both in the large Corporate and Private sector), Heilie is a great asset to the team. With a calm demeanour, she provides excellent service to our Gauteng Region. With 12 years of motor industry experience Heilie has an excellent understanding of the industry and its requirements. This comes as a great benefit when she is prospecting and searching for potential candidates. She completed her B.Com Honours Degree in Human Resources Management at University of Pretoria, which has given her the insight and ability to understand human behaviour. She is highly skilled at relationship building with clients, organisations and corporate teams. Well educated in all areas of recruitment and hiring. We see Heilie as our own personal motor trade expert consultant. For any questions and assistance on recruitment in the Gauteng Region, Heilie is the one to contact.
064 582 0278
heilie@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Cherise Olivier
Junior Recruitment Consultant
Western and Eastern Cape
Cherise started as a sourcing clerk and has worked her way up to Junior Recruiter. Her passion for people made it easy for her to grow into recruitment. With her strong administrative skills, she is a highly effective Junior Recruiter. She utilises all her resources to find the best candidates to match the profile of vacant positions.
076 239 3579
cherise@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Candice Pienaar
Recruitment Consultant
Gauteng, Mpumalanga and North-West
Candice has recently set her roots in Natal as a recruiter. She is passionate, highly committed, and devoted, with a great love for the work that she does. Being able to change people's lives daily is a thrilling experience to her. Nothing beats the excitement of a new placement and of a candidate’s enthusiastic acceptance to an offer, as well as an equally pleased hiring manager who just landed a top candidate. She has over 8 years experience as a recruiter. She has recruited quality candidates in various industries and sectors. She is driven to deliver only the best quality service for both client and candidate. She believes any goal is achievable even with obstacles in the way.
0842897244
candice@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Charmaine Smith
Recruitment and Client Relationship Consultant
Western Cape / Cape region
Charmaine has 11 years’ experience in the financial industry and has since broadened her horizon into the recruitment industry. She has a strong passion for people and love to build on long lasting business relationships. She thrives on ensuring that the perfect candidate is placed, and to ensure that the candidate can be an asset to the company. She is thrilled to make a difference in people’s lives by providing them with an acceptance letter. She is extremely passionate and dedicated about recruitment. Charmaine aims to provide excellent service to both the client and the candidate. She believes in working smart and strive for excellence.
071 063 3028
charmaine@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Yumnah Bowers
Junior Recruitment Consultant
Yumnah Bowers is a people-focused recruiter with a talent for connecting top candidates with the right opportunities. She excels in candidate communication, coordination, and ensuring a smooth, professional hiring experience. Known for her warm personality and strong organizational skills, Yumnah helps build teams that thrive.
083 872 9098
yumnah@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Eugene Rossouw
Junior Recruitment Consultant
Gauteng
Eugene is a deeply motivated and hard-working professional with over 12 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and retail industry. His true passion lies in helping others, and he is known for consistently going the extra mile. He is committed to not only seeing people succeed but also to supporting them in achieving their dreams and aspirations.
064 582 0278
eugene@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Madeleine Leonard
Recruitment Consultant and TWT Consultant
Gauteng and Coastal
Madeleine has had a very long career in the law industry where she worked her way up from Reception to Litigation secretary to Office Manager and Accounting. She has a strong passion for people and her years of experience has taught her a lot about people’s behaviour. She firmly believes that communication is the key to solve all problems.
She is highly driven, and results orientated. Her interest in people has led her to a new career in Recruitment. Her aim is to assist in finding the very best candidate for a company.
072 436 3125
madeleine@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Aphelele Ngewu
Junior Recruitment Consultant
Aphelele is a results-driven recruitment consultant with a strong background in talent sourcing, candidate management, and client collaboration. She values consistency, clear communication, and follow-through, and takes pride in delivering work that reflects both precision and care.
As a Junior Recruitment Consultant, she brings a hands-on, solutions-focused approach to everything she does—whether it's identifying top talent, managing candidate journeys, or supporting clients in meeting their hiring goals. She thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to building strong, lasting relationships with candidates.
0671136831
aphelele@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Jeaneen Alberts
Recruitment and Marketing Assistant
Jeaneen specializes in designing and creating advertisements, working on the company's CRM system, sourcing suitable candidate resumes, formatting resumes to professional standards, and conducting reference calls. Her versatile role combines creative, people, and administrative skills to support the company's recruitment and marketing efforts. She is a valuable asset to the company.
079 286 2004
jeaneen@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Elize Smit-labuschagne
Human Resources Manager /
National Recruitment Officer
Elize’s diverse background and innate talent for understanding people, have made her an invaluable asset to First Degree Recruitment.
With 21 years in the entertainment industry – including 15 years as the owner of an agency for professional actors – she brings an unerring ability to spot potential and handle business negotiations.
Her career translated seamlessly into a 12-year stint in the Undercar Service Industry, where she excelled in Public Relations and as Human Resources Manager at a prominent automotive equipment company.
Elize has an unwavering passion for the development of professional journeys, making her a career matchmaker of the first degree.
083 410 9028
elize@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Jay-Dee Jooste
Recruitment Assistant
Jay-Dee is a dedicated Recruitment Assistant with over (four) years of experience in the motor industry. Her industry background gives her a deep understanding of what is required for successful recruitment within this field. Jay-Dee’s professional experience includes roles as a Personal Assistant, Stock Controller, and Call Centre Agent—providing her with a strong foundation in both customer service and administrative support. Known for her passion for people, she approaches every task with focus, energy, and a commitment to excellence. Jay-Dee consistently goes above and beyond to deliver results, and her driven nature and unwavering work ethic make her a valuable asset to the team.
076 289 6143
jaydee@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Tanya Smit
Personal Assistant to Owner
Tanya Smit is a highly organised professional with exceptional administrative skills. She has a strong corporate background, and she excels in delivering outstanding customer service.
She has 6 years’ experience in the automotive sector, resulting in a comprehensive understanding of the vehicle industry and its diverse clientele.
Tanya’s true passion lies in connecting with people. She has an innate ability to gain a deeper understanding of the needs of others, and she is accomplished in guiding them successfully on their journeys towards achieving their full potential.
061 588 4419
tanya@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
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