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Talent Acquisition Specialist

CompanyHarrier
LocationMelbourne
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 26, 2026
About The Company
Accelerating Talent Maturity for Australian Organisations Most organisations struggle with talent not because they lack solutions, but because they lack systematic understanding of where they are and how to progress. Harrier transforms talent functions from tactical execution to strategic capability. As Australia's leading talent consultancy, we work with organisations at every stage of their capability journey, from establishing foundational recruitment infrastructure to optimising sophisticated, data-driven talent ecosystems. Our Talent Evolution Framework provides the diagnostic clarity and strategic roadmap that traditional recruitment partnerships can't deliver. We bring proven methodology, market objectivity, and execution capability to complex talent challenges. Our expertise spans workforce planning and employer positioning through to embedded recruitment operations and contingent workforce management. Our internationally experienced team combines global talent acquisition sophistication with deep understanding of Australia's unique labour market dynamics, compliance requirements, and competitive landscape. This enables us to deliver solutions that work in theory and in practice. We partner with some of Australia's best-known brands to diagnose talent capability, design transformation roadmaps, and deliver measurable outcomes: systematic cost reduction, accelerated time-to-hire, improved quality of hire, and sustainable talent capability. Ready to understand where your talent function sits and how to accelerate maturity? Take the Talent Evolution Framework Assessment https://s.pointerpro.com/rxwsgdtg Discover your organisation's talent maturity stage and receive a comprehensive diagnostic report with actionable recommendations.
About the Role

Company Description

At Harrier, we're proud to be an award-winning Australian total talent business, partnering with some of Australia's most respected organisations to deliver recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), contingent workforce solutions and strategic talent advisory services.

Our purpose – Talent for Tomorrow - drives everything that we do. We're passionate about helping our clients achieve their talent goals, and we're just as committed to creating meaningful, engaging work for our own teams.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a highly regarded client while also enjoying the flexibility and support of the Harrier team, with a mix of onsite (choose between Mount Waverley and Tullamarine offices) and home based working.  

Job Description

What you'll bring:
We're looking for someone who combines operational excellence with a passion for building relationships. 

Ideally, you'll have:

  • Proven end-to-end volume recruitment experience, with retail and consumer goods experience being highly desirable
  • Confidence in working with senior stakeholders and providing expert recruitment advice and updates
  • A proactive approach to talent sourcing, market mapping, and creating pipelines for future needs
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to adapt your style for different audiences
  • A continuous improvement mindset and practical approach to solving recruitment challenges

Qualifications

What you'll be doing:

  • Lead end-to-end volume recruitment for positions, such as vehicle drivers and parts interpreters, within retail and consumer goods operations
  • Partner closely with hiring managers to ensure the delivery of strategic sourcing and tailored attraction strategies
  • Create an engaging and streamlined experience for candidates and hiring teams
  • Leverage market insights and talent data to guide decision-making
  • Drive continuous improvement and process optimisation
  • Work in a hybrid capacity, combining remote and home based work, with flexible arrangements

Additional Information

Why join Harrier?

  • Being part of a collaborative, purpose driven team committed to meaningful work
  • Professional and personal growth opportunities through our learning and development and mobility programs
  • Access to interesting projects from talent tech innovation, to employer branding and diversity initiatives
  • Enjoy flexible work options, including a genuine remote and home based hybrid model, and a culture that genuinely supports your wellbeing
  • Join a business that values authenticity, quality and passion in everything we do


Whilst this role is initially being offered as a 3 month contract, there is a strong possibility that this role will continue on a longer term basis. 
If you are ready to make your mark in a role where your expertise will truly be valued, we'd love to hear from you.

All candidates must have current working rights in Australia. Candidates on a Working Holiday Visa will be considered.

Key Skills
Volume recruitmentEnd-to-end recruitmentStakeholder managementTalent sourcingMarket mappingCommunication skillsProcess optimizationData-driven decision makingRetail recruitmentConsumer goods recruitment
Categories
Human ResourcesConsultingRetail
Benefits
Professional and personal growth opportunitiesLearning and development programsMobility programsFlexible work optionsWellbeing support
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end volume recruitment for retail and consumer goods operations while partnering with hiring managers to implement strategic sourcing. Drive process optimization and leverage market insights to create an engaging experience for candidates and hiring teams.
📋Job Type
contract
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
49
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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