First Degree Recruitment
We Are First Notch
First Degree Recruitment
We Are First Notch
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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
Recruitment Assistant to Owner
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
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
Madeleine Leonard
Recruitment Consultant
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
Anelisa Tame
Recruitment Assistant
Anelisa has a strong background in providing high-level administrative support, exceptional organisational skills, and a genuine passion for helping others. With experience in recruitment, she has a solid understanding of industry demands and thrives in fast-paced environments. Known for her proactive approach, Anelisa excels at anticipating needs, managing schedules, and ensuring seamless day-to-day operations. She is confident in her ability to contribute effectively to her team and is dedicated to making a positive impact.
076 073 4455
anelisa@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Danielle Van den Berg
Recruitment Assistant
Danielle is a BCom Human Resource Management graduate with practical experience in HR administration and customer-focused sales environments. During her time as an HR Intern, she gained hands-on experience in payroll processing, employee documentation management, recruitment support, and HR administration. She later developed strong communication, problem-solving, and client service skills as a Telesales Agent, where she managed customer orders, coordinated with internal departments, and ensured efficient service delivery. She is a reliable, detail-oriented professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to delivering accurate, high-quality work while contributing positively to a team.
068 648 2526
danielle@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
Candice Pienaar
Assistant to Director / Senior Recruiter
Candice has over 10 years of experience in recruitment and has built a strong reputation for connecting businesses with the right talent across a range of industries. Her core focus lies within the motor industry, where she has developed deep expertise and a solid network.
She specialises in permanent placements, executive search, and high-volume recruitment, successfully supporting clients across all provinces in South Africa. Her consistent results and commitment to excellence have earned her the Recruiter of the Year Award for three consecutive years — 2022, 2023, and 2024.
In addition to her recruitment role, she serves as the Assistant to the Company Director, playing a key part in strategic operations, client relationships, and business growth. Known for her professionalism, efficiency, and strong people skills, she brings real value to both clients and candidates alike.
074 932 0778
candice@firstdegreerecruitment.co.za
