Talent Acquisition Officer

• Salary breakdown: $72,537.000 – $88,000.00  + Superannuation + Salary Packaging ($15,900.00 + Meal & Entertainment expenses)
• 1 FTE, 12 month contract, hybrid work, Wednesday is required office day (P&C team connect day)
• Recruit a range of positions across the Institute and support the implementation of Talent Acquisition programs and initiatives

About the Institute

Located on Gadigal and Bidjigal land (Randwick NSW), Black Dog Institute is the only Medical Research Institute in Australia to investigate mental health across the lifespan, our aim is to create a mentally healthier world for everyone. For the past 20 years, we have been at the forefront of mental health research. Leveraging our own research, we have developed an image and workplace that is reflective of our values and mission. Our work is used to distributed through the public and is used to drive evidence informed change across the mental health sector, setting the foundation for a brighter and healthier future for all.

Benefits

• Hybrid work, 1-2 days per week in office (choose your days, consistent team collaboration days where possible)
• 35 hour work week, flexible hours agreements & 9-day fortnights
• Salary Packaging: $15,900.00 of your base salary tax free & up to $2650.00 meal & entertainment
• Family first, people first culture, we put our research into action at work to make sure we maintain mental health and wellbeing at work
• Pet friendly workplace
• Leave benefits including public holiday swap, gifted annual leave, and wellbeing leave
• Employee discounts

The Role

The Talent Acquisition Officer facilitates the end-to-end talent acquisition process to attract and select talent to effectively meet the staffing needs of the Institute. The role collaborates with hiring managers to advise and recommend TA strategies to achieve the best hiring outcome for the Institute while ensuring policies and procedures are consistently adhered to. Additionally, the position will support the implementation of a range of talent acquisition programs, processes, and initiatives as the Institute continues to evolve and grow. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end talent acquisition processes across multiple directorates, including talent sourcing and pipelining, screening, interviewing, reference checking and raising employment offers
• Proactively consult with managers to understand their unique hiring needs and recommend talent attraction and selection strategies
• Collaborate with hiring managers to assess and shortlist the best talent for the Institute
• Encourage the adoption of the Institute’s ways of working through effective communication and stakeholder engagement
• Ensure assigned requisitions and processes are compliant with Black Dog Institute’s talent acquisition policies & procedures
• Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition Manager, People and Culture Business Partners, and People and Culture Operations to provide information on positions and talent markets to ensure hiring objectives are met on time, within budget, and to required KPI’s
• Maintain hiring manager and candidate relationships to ensure a consistent positive hiring experience • Maintain high levels of confidentially of information for candidates, employees, managers and other key stakeholders.
• Maintain data integrity and compliance by ensuring all talent acquisition systems are updated regularly and information is stored correctly • Support Talent Acquisition Manager to execute any TA strategies and activities.

Skills & Experience Required

• Demonstrated experience in a similar position either in agency or internal
• Ability to influence stakeholders to achieve the best hiring outcomes
• Proven time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities at once
• Exposure to HR databases, applicant tracking systems and candidate management systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and maintain integrity when dealing with sensitive information

EOO Statement

Black Dog Institute is committed to achieving a diverse workforce that reflects our wider community. We ensure equal opportunity for all, regardless of age, culture, appearance, sexual orientation, lived experience, gender identity, disability and/or family status.

How to Apply

To become a part of the Black Dog Institute team, follow the Apply Now link to apply and submit your most up to date resume. If you are shortlisted for the role, we will call you and let you know you are successful. Please do not respond to any suspicious emails requesting you to upload your ID or personal details. We are a 2022 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.