Talent Partner

• Full-time, fixed-term position for 6 months at HEW Level 7
• Based at Western’s Hawkesbury campus, with flexibility to work from home and from other campuses
• Salary: $107,053 – $115,469 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading

Deliver end-to-end recruitment solutions with a strong operational focus in a fast-paced university environment.

The Opportunity
Western Sydney University is seeking a Talent Partner to manage end-to-end recruitment for an allocated, high-volume portfolio within the Office for People. This fixed-term role supports the University’s workforce priorities by delivering timely, high-quality and inclusive recruitment outcomes.

Reporting to the Associate Director, Talent Acquisition, you will take end-to-end ownership of recruitment processes, from stakeholder engagement and job advertising through to offer management. The role includes a strong operational focus, handling complex queries and applying sound problem-solving capability across a broad range of recruitment scenarios. You will work closely with hiring managers and stakeholders to provide expert advice, manage recruitment strategy meetings, and ensure compliance with University policies and enterprise agreements.

You will also leverage recruitment technologies, including SmartRecruiters, LinkedIn Recruiter and AI-enabled tools, to improve efficiency, reduce manual handling, and deliver an excellent candidate experience. This role is based at the Hawkesbury campus, with flexibility to work from other campuses and from home.

What Success Looks Like

• Delivering end-to-end recruitment for a high-volume portfolio with accuracy, efficiency and strong attention to detail
• Effectively managing complex recruitment queries and operational issues using sound judgement
• Running recruitment strategy meetings and developing role-specific plans and scorecards
• Building and maintaining talent pools to support current and future hiring needs
• Providing timely, practical advice and support to hiring managers and stakeholders

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• Demonstrated experience in end-to-end, high-volume recruitment or talent acquisition
• Strong operational capability with proven problem-solving skills across complex scenarios
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build productive stakeholder relationships
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with recruitment systems and tools, including SmartRecruiters and LinkedIn Recruiter

Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Beyond a rewarding career, we offer a suite of benefits designed to support your physical, financial, and family wellbeing:

• Fitness Passport: Access hundreds of gyms and pools across the state through salary-packaging options.
• Onsite Childcare: Convenient facilities with exclusive staff discounts and salary packaging options.
• Financial Benefits: Salary sacrifice options for onsite parking and novated motor vehicle leasing,
• Holistic Support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) along with discounted retail and private health cover.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Kevin Yoon, Associate Director, Talent Acquisition via kevin.yoon@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF1177C in your email.
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 12th April 2026.
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of your working rights in Australia at time of application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.

Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.

About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

All ongoing and fixed term employees seeking to apply for this position as a secondment must have completed a minimum of 12 months’ full-time continuous service to be eligible to apply for this role, as per Part D of the Recruitment and Selection Policy.

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