Talent Acquisition/Senior Talent Specialist - Government

Talent Acquisition/Senior Talent Specialist - Government

• HR & Recruitment
• Senior Recruitment Consultant
• Sydney
• Contract or Temporary
• End to end recruitment business partner
• Government projects
• 6 months contract with possible extension

Our Client
Our client is a large NSW Government organisation operating within the transport and infrastructure sector, supporting one of Australia’s most extensive public service networks. With a workforce numbering in the tens of thousands and a presence across metropolitan, regional, and remote locations, the organisation delivers long-term, high-impact infrastructure and services that support economic growth and community connectivity across New South Wales.
The organisation manages large, multi-year programs and portfolios and operates within a complex governance and regulatory environment. It is recognised for its focus on public value, safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement, offering a collaborative and professional culture where people are encouraged to contribute to outcomes that benefit the broader community.

Why Contract With Us
At Charter Diligence, we go beyond just placement — we support our contractors with practical benefits that reflect real-life needs. All contractors engaged through us have access to early cash advances on approved timesheets, offering flexibility in cases of unforeseen expenses or cash flow challenges. Unlike traditional labour hire providers, we understand that life doesn’t always align with a pay cycle — and we're here to help when it matters most. Well, ask your mates if they’re already a Charter Diligence Contractor — chances are, they’re already benefiting from the support we provide.

About the Role
This role is responsible for delivering high-quality talent acquisition outcomes across senior and specialist portfolios within a large and complex public sector environment. Working closely with hiring leaders, the Senior Talent Specialist provides trusted advice and hands-on recruitment support, ensuring hiring decisions are timely, merit-based, and aligned with workforce priorities.
The position plays a critical role in shaping recruitment strategies, improving candidate experience, and strengthening talent pipelines to support both current and future workforce needs. It offers exposure to high-volume and business-critical recruitment initiatives while operating with a high level of autonomy and accountability.
Position: Senior Talent Specialist – $650/day + super
Location: Sydney CBD
Working Arrangement: Hybrid 2–3 days WFH
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 months with possible extension
Application Window: 3 days

Key Responsibilities
 

• Manage end-to-end recruitment activities across professional and senior-level roles, from initial briefing through to offer and onboarding
• Partner with hiring managers to clarify role requirements, develop recruitment strategies, and provide guidance throughout the selection process
• Deliver market insights and workforce intelligence to support informed hiring decisions and attraction strategies
• Design and execute effective sourcing approaches using job boards, direct sourcing, talent pooling, and referral channels
• Ensure recruitment processes comply with public sector legislation, policy frameworks, and merit-based selection principles
• Support and coach hiring managers on assessment techniques, interview methodologies, and capability-based selection
• Monitor recruitment activity, analyse performance metrics, and prepare reports to support continuous improvement
• Contribute to initiatives that improve candidate experience, diversity outcomes, and recruitment efficiency
• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers
• Identify emerging recruitment risks and develop proactive solutions to meet workforce demand

About You
 

• Demonstrated experience delivering end-to-end recruitment in a complex or high-volume environment, ideally within government or large organisations
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence, advise, and manage competing priorities
• Sound understanding of merit-based recruitment, governance, and compliance requirements
• Experience using applicant tracking systems and contemporary recruitment technologies
• Ability to interpret workforce data and market trends to inform recruitment strategies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Resilient, adaptable, and confident working in fast-paced and politically sensitive environments
• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline are desirable
• Relevant recruitment or HR certifications will be highly regarded
• Full working rights in Australia – Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid long-term working visa (sponsorship unavailable)
• Applicants are kindly asked to upload their documents at www.charterdiligence.com.au/portal

Application Process
Important: Due to the high volume of applications and the limited submission timeframe, we may not be able to contact all applicants. This is not a reflection of interest, but a result of operational constraints. As part of mandatory government contract requirements, priority will be given to candidates who have completed all necessary compliance checks. For applicants with privacy concerns regarding work rights verification submission, documents may be presented in person at our local offices for sighting.

We encourage candidates who are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary experience and skills to apply. Please apply to this job post or submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the role to this job post. For confidential inquiries, contact our recruitment team at [email protected] and (02) 7208 7776 (Sydney), (03) 9001 7776 (Melbourne), (07) 3866 7776 (Brisbane), or (08) 6118 7776 (Perth).