Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

About Qantas

Established in 1920 in the Queensland outback, Qantas has evolved into Australia's largest airline, offering regional, domestic, and international services through its main brands Qantas and Jetstar. The group also operates various subsidiaries that support its overall operations.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract based at our Mascot Campus. This role involves leading executive and senior-level recruitment across the Corporate portfolio, partnering with senior leaders to influence hiring outcomes and enhance workforce capability, developing strategic talent pipelines, and delivering innovative sourcing solutions aligned with the Qantas brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end recruitment for executive and senior roles within Corporate functions such as Sales, Distribution, Customer, Legal, and Safety.
• Collaborate closely with senior leaders and HR partners to design and implement strategic sourcing strategies.
• Mentor and uplift the Talent Acquisition team, promoting best recruitment practices and continuous improvement.
• Provide market insights and strategic talent advice to influence hiring decisions and outcomes.
• Build and maintain proactive talent pools and high-quality candidate experiences.

Candidate Profile

• Proven extensive experience in Talent Acquisition managing senior and executive recruitment across corporate domains.
• Strong strategic mindset focused on innovation and enhancing recruitment processes.
• Adaptable and positive approach to managing change in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with aptitude for exploring new sourcing methodologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of advising at senior leadership levels.
• Demonstrated expertise in talent pooling, headhunting, and networking within relevant talent markets.
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems; experience with SmartRecruiters is a plus.

Why Join Qantas?

At Qantas, creativity and passion are embraced, offering endless personal and professional growth opportunities. From day one, you'll have access to on-the-job training, coaching, and formal learning programs. There is a strong culture of supporting career development and diverse career paths.

Employee Benefits

• Significant discounts on domestic and international air travel for employees, family, and friends, along with exclusive accommodation and holiday deals.
• Flexible leave policies including 18 weeks of paid parental leave with added superannuation benefits, and options for additional purchased leave.
• Access to thousands of discounts and rewards across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health, wellness, leisure, and entertainment.
• Support for wellbeing through mental health resources, interactive apps, and personalized nutrition plans.

Additional Information

Applications close on Wednesday 29th July. Qantas is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Reasonable accommodations for support or access needs are encouraged and personal information is handled confidentially in line with privacy laws.