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Recruitment Consultant

Closes:

Salary: A$98,387 – A$113,252 per year

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  • 562634
  • Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
  • Fixed Term
  • Closing at: Jun 2 2026 - 23:55 AEST

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)

Salary package: $98,387 - $113,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation

Terms: Full time, Fixed term (until 23 March 2027)

Position Overview

The Australian National University (ANU) is home to some of the most remarkable people from across the world: visionaries, influential leaders, researchers and advocates creating impact and change nationally, regionally and globally. ANU attracts exceptional staff and students and, through education and enrichment programs, helps them to achieve ambitious goals, and pursue brilliant careers.

This is an exciting opportunity to join ANU as a Recruitment Consultant within the People and Culture Division (P&C). As Recruitment Consultant, you will provide expert advice and operational leadership across end-to-end recruitment activities, supporting hiring managers to navigate recruitment processes and compliance requirements. You will also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, process enhancement and the development of recruitment capability across the University.

Working closely with the Team Lead, Recruitment, this role also has a strong people leadership component, supporting and mentoring Recruitment team members while helping to foster a high-performing and service-focused team culture. The role suits someone who enjoys balancing operational delivery with stakeholder engagement, problem solving and process improvement.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of recruitment matters within a complex and dynamic environment while contributing to the delivery of an excellent staff and candidate experience across ANU.

For further information please contact Tania Savelova, Team Lead, Recruitment Services, E: tania.savelova@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application Information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

  • A current curriculum vitae (CV); and
  • A cover letter addressing the selection criteria (no more than two pages).

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Reasonable adjustments to support applicants through this recruitment process can be made available upon request. Requests for adjustments will be treated with the strictest of confidentiality.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.

Job details

Title
Recruitment Consultant
Employer
Australian National University
Location
Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Published
May 29, 2026
Closes:
Jun 2, 2026
Job type
Full time, Human Resources
Field
Recruitment Internal
Salary

Salary: A$98,387 – A$113,252 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions

📋What are the key requirements for the Recruitment Consultant role at ANU?

Applicants need strong end-to-end recruitment expertise, stakeholder engagement skills, compliance knowledge, experience mentoring teams, and a focus on process improvement. A current CV and cover letter addressing selection criteria are required. See HR jobs in higher education.

💰What salary and benefits are offered for this Recruitment Consultant position?

The role offers $98,387 - $113,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation. It is a full-time fixed-term contract until 23 March 2027. Background checks apply.

📝How do I apply for the ANU Recruitment Consultant job?

Upload a current CV and a cover letter (max two pages) addressing the selection criteria via the ANU portal. Applications not addressing criteria may not be considered. Reasonable adjustments are available on request.

🌏Is visa sponsorship available for the Recruitment Consultant role?

No sponsorship is offered. The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia.

👥What does the Recruitment Consultant role involve at ANU?

The role provides expert advice on end-to-end recruitment, supports hiring managers with compliance, mentors team members, and drives process improvements within the People and Culture Division. It suits those balancing operational delivery with stakeholder engagement. Relevant: higher ed HR jobs.
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