The Opportunity:Working within Council's Talent Acquisition team, the Talent Acquisition Officer plays a key role in the day-to-day delivery of recruitment services across the organisation.
As a Talent Acquisition Officer, you will coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes, including preparing job advertisements, screening candidates, coordinating and participating in interview panels, and managing candidate offers and negotiations.
You will partner with Hiring Managers to understand recruitment needs and provide advice on recruitment and selection processes, ensuring all recruitment activities are conducted in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
Most importantly, you will deliver an exceptional customer experience for both candidates and Hiring Managers by providing a professional, responsive, and customer-focused recruitment service.
About you:To be successful within this role, you will have a Diploma in Human Resources or a related discipline or significant Talent Acquisition experience coupled with relevant training.
You will have demonstrated experience delivering end-to-end recruitment and selection processes, including:Experience in candidate screening, coordinating and facilitating Interviews, and providing advice on candidate suitability to Hiring Managers.Strong communication and relationship building skills. An ability to prioritise high volumes of work, meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
Benefits:This is a full-time, temporary 12-month opportunity,



working a 35-hour week, with a base salary range of $80,583 - $97,243 per year based on demonstrated experience + 12% super.
Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:Versatile work arrangements Ongoing training and developmentFitness PassportHealthy Employee Program
To apply:To apply for this opportunity, please visit the MCC website, and submit your resume and cover letter. https://www.maitland.nsw.gov.au/council/jobs-at-council/current-job-opportunities

Questions:If after reading the role charter you have any questions, contact Lisa Wickman, Organisational Development Business Partner, on 02 4934 9696.
Applications close: Sunday 16 August
Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.
What happens next?Once applications close, we will review all candidates’ details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.
Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check.
For more information about the recruitment process, visit the “Jobs at Council” page on our website.

📌 Talent Acquisition Officer (Newcastle)
🏢 Maitland City Council, Australia
📍 Newcastle