INTERNAL ONLY - RECRUITMENT AND TALENT ACQUISITION MGR

Personnel Area: Organisational Services

Branch: Support Services 

Salary Range: (Band 8) $139,957 - $151,454 (Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)

Work type: Permanent Full-time

Our Business

Brisbane City Council is by population the largest local government in Australia, with assets over $34 billion and an annual budget of almost $4 billion. Our responsibility is to provide leadership for the people of Brisbane and to manage our resources to create a vibrant, successful, and liveable city for the future. We work in partnership with a variety of governments, peak bodies, industries, and community organisations to build a better Brisbane.

Our Branch

Organisational Services division supports, equips and helps guide Council to deliver the Brisbane Vision through centralised corporate services and a customer-focused approach.

Within Organisational Services, the Support Services branch provides Council's key support services under a centralised model. Our efficient back-of-house support ensures more resources can be focused on Council’s front-line service delivery. Support Services provides an enormous range of support to all areas of Council. 

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and strategic leader to join us as the Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Manager. In this senior leadership role, you will drive the development and execution of recruitment strategies that align with Councils long-term goals, playing a key role in shaping the future of our recruitment efforts, ensuring the right talent is attracted to support the success of Brisbane Vision 2031. Central to success in this role is the ability to lead a dynamic, passionate team, empowering them to realise their full potential and deliver exceptional results. 

About the Team

Reporting to the Manager- Employee Services, you will lead a diverse and highly skilled team committed to supporting Council leaders in attracting the talent necessary to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving city. As a strategic partner, you will empower team leads across various streams, enabling them to achieve successful outcomes while fostering continuous improvement within their teams.

About the Role

In this critical leadership role, you will be responsible for overseeing the recruitment strategy for more than 400 distinct roles across the Council. You will collaborate with senior leaders across Council to anticipate and plan for talent needs, ensuring our workforce is equipped to meet both current and future demands.

Utilising your exceptional communication skills to establish and nurture professional relationships, act as a trusted advisor, collaborate effectively with stakeholders and employ negotiation skills for mutually beneficial outcomes will see you succeed in this role.

You will also play a key role in supporting your team through periods of continual change, providing guidance, mentorship, and leadership to adapt to evolving recruitment needs. By fostering a culture of collaboration and alignment across business areas, you will contribute to a cohesive approach that drives success across the entire value stream.

Key Responsibilities:

• effectively lead a diverse, creative and passionate team, fostering a culture of performance excellence, effective communication, and seamless collaboration
• provide leadership to drive strategic initiatives that align with organisational goals and adapt to evolving market trends
• work closely with stakeholders at all levels across Council to align goals and drive successful outcomes
• utilise innovative leadership strategies and market knowledge to navigate and resolve complex organisational challenges.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a strategic impact on a large, dynamic organisation, driving recruitment excellence while contributing to the long-term success of the team.

To be successful you will:

• inspire and lead with passion, fostering growth and development for both yourself and your team
• bring extensive experience and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences
• analyse workforce trends and data to shape talent management strategies, navigating the challenges of a dynamic employment market
• embrace change and take ownership in driving transformation within the team
• thrive under pressure, maintaining composure and excellence in a fast-paced, complex environment.

If you have a proven track record in leading recruitment strategy, driving change, and fostering collaboration across diverse teams, we would love to hear from you.

How to apply:  Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position.

Eligibility for internal only roles includes external applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or as a person living with a disability. Applicants from these groups are required to complete the diversity and inclusion questions on the application form to enable Council to determine eligibility.

This role may require a Criminal History Check.

For more information: Please contact Kim Landro – Manager, Employee Services at kim.landro@brisbane.qld.gov.au

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: 29th January 2025 at 11:55pm

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.