Talent Acquisition Consultant

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.  We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better.  It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Why work with us

The Salvation Army Australia (TSA) is a Christian movement deeply committed to sharing the love of Jesus. 

We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here - providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Join us in our mission to transform lives and build a better future, one life at a time, with the love of Jesus. 

About the role

We are seeking an experience Talent Acquisition Consultant to join our team and lead the recruitment of faith-based, retail and social and community services appointments across the organisation.  Someone who shares our passion for caring for people, creating faith pathways, building healthy communities, and working for justice.

In this unique role, you will play a vital part in strengthening our mission and ministry by identifying and engaging leaders, pastors, chaplains, and other faith-aligned professionals who embody our values and purpose. Working closely with faith leaders as key stakeholders, you will develop recruitment strategies that attract exceptional candidates committed to making a meaningful difference through service, community engagement, spiritual leadership, and social justice. Your work will directly contribute to ensuring our organisation remains a vibrant, values-driven community where faith and purpose are at the heart of everything we do.

As a Talent Acquisition Consultant, you will also play a crucial role in shaping the future of our organisation by attracting and securing talent aligned to our mission. You will collaborate with hiring managers to understand their needs, develop effective recruitment strategies, and ensure a seamless hiring process.

This is a permanent full-time position, 38 hours per week, based in Blackburn.

Salary and conditions of employment equivalent to $84,550 base + Super.

You will successfully

• Provide advice and guidance regarding multi Award compensation/conditions, TSA policy, and Workday recruitment processes.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with People & Culture (P&C) Business Partners and P&C Managers nationally to ensure the delivery of consistent support.
• Multi-task and professionally manage up to 75 requisitions end to end concurrently.
• Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, create job descriptions, and advise on recruitment best practices.
• Manage the recruitment process from job posting to candidate selection, including screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
• Work collaboratively and participate in P&C projects and P&C initiatives for the maintenance and enhancement of organisation P&C policies, procedures, and practices.
• Act in the capacity of subject matter expert in relation to Workday recruitment processes.
• Manage end-to-end process in Workday whilst maintaining Workday Data integrity.
• Design and implement recruitment strategies to attract high-caliber mission / faith aligned candidates.
• Utilise various channels and techniques to identify and engage potential candidates.
• Champion candidate experience.  Ensure a positive and professional experience for all candidates throughout the recruitment journey.
• Stay informed about industry trends and talent market conditions to provide insights and recommendations through market research.
• Track recruitment metrics and prepare reports to assess the effectiveness of recruitment strategies and identify areas for improvement.

As Talent Acquisition Consultant at the Salvos, you will enjoy:

• NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
• Financial and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
• Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

What we're praying for

Qualifications & Mandatory Requirements

• A degree qualification in HR
• National Police Check

Required Experience

• Significant experience in talent acquisition specifically in a large national, faith-based organisation, health or community services setting.
• Knowledge of the doctrine and tenets of The Salvation Army, highly regarded
• Demonstrate experience with recruitment software and tools, and a strong understanding of social media and other sourcing methods.  Workday, VidCruiter, ServiceNow, Linkedin Recruiter and Seek Talent required
• A strong understanding of Microsoft Office Suite programs and capabilities
• Sound knowledge of Australian employment legislation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with candidates and stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.
• Respectful engagement within a faith-based organisation.

Join us in our mission to transform lives and build a better future, one life at a time, with the love of Jesus.  If you are passionate about aligning your career with your values and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.