Associate Director, Strategic Recruitment
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- Recruitment and Resourcing
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- REQ572000 Requisition #
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- 4 days ago Post Date
Position: Associate Director, Strategic Recruitment
Employment Type: Full-time Permanent
Salary: $166,678 – 186,448 per annum, plus superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Applications close: 11:59pm, Monday 26 May 2025
Are you an experienced recruitment professional looking to lead an exciting portfolio in a supportive and collaborative environment? Do you have experience driving recruitment and talent acquisition functions and want to make a real impact? Join our team at NSW Health and be part of a team enriching health in millions of ways every day. Apply now!
About the Role
The Strategic Recruitment Unit is responsible for leading and driving state-wide recruitment and talent acquisition policy, strategies and projects to ensure NSW Health attracts, engages and retains top talent.
In this role, you will:
- Provide specialist expertise on contemporary recruitment and talent acquisition practices that align to NSW Health’s strategic priorities
- Lead and manage statewide recruitment policy and advice to ensure timely and high-quality state-wide advice
- Ensure NSW Health is an employer of choice in market reducing time to hire and optimising candidate and hiring manager experiences
- Collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand our talent needs and continuously improve our recruitment policy, processes and systems
- Use data led insights to inform talent strategies, monitor key metrics, and report on talent-related outcomes to executives and leadership
- Identify system enhancements to deliver improved and innovative recruitment functionality
- Lead and mentor a team of talent professionals
About You
We’re looking for someone who has:
- Extensive leadership experience leading Talent teams
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in human resources, people and culture, public policy or related field and/or relevant industry experience in talent acquisition
- Track record in driving a reform agenda in a variety of settings, including policy and technology
- Superior communication skills, including strong oral and written skills and excellent stakeholder skills
About us
- We are committed to your growth and development, providing the resources and opportunities you need to excel in your career.
- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- Explore boundless potential in a dynamic environment.
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
- Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all, so candidates for all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills
For role related queries or questions please contact Desiree Blackett on desiree.blackett@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ572000.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact Rebecca Chan on rebecca.chan3@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: 11:59pm, Monday 26 May 2025
Need more information?
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Additional Information
- For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website.
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description.
- NSW Health is committed to accessibility and can provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed.
- All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.
For more information about working at the NSW Health, please visit our career portal.
Applications Close: 11:59pm, Monday 26 May 2025