Associate Director, Recruitment Projects

Premier's Department NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 145,378 - 168,130; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Career Development Opportunities

Work-Life Balance Initiatives

Wellbeing Support Programs

Inclusive Culture Promoting Diversity

Job summary

A leading government department is seeking an Associate Director for Recruitment Projects to manage innovative workforce strategies and enhance recruitment processes. This leadership role involves driving organizational change and engaging with stakeholders to achieve high-impact results across the public sector. Opportunities for flexible working and career development support are offered.

Qualifications

• Expertise in project management and process improvement.
• Experience in leading organizational change initiatives in dynamic environments.
• Skilled in collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of strategic recruitment projects for the NSW public sector.
• Manage high-value projects ensuring alignment with government strategies.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders for project execution.

Skills

Process Improvement

Project Management

Change Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Leadership

Job description

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Premier's Department



Associate Director, Recruitment Projects

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Are you a recruitment leader or subject matter expert with expertise in project management, process improvement and change delivery?
• Lead a high-impact portfolio of initiatives driving innovation, workforce strategy and organisational excellence across the NSW public sector
• Temporary role until June 2026, Grade 11/12, based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD
  

About the Role

As our new Associate Director, Recruitment Projects, you'll lead and deliver a portfolio of strategic, high-impact initiatives that support whole-of-government workforce priorities. The role spans complex programs involving recruitment process improvement, workforce transformation, and organisational change.

This is a leadership position, responsible for managing high-value projects from concept to completion-ensuring alignment with broader organisational strategies and government priorities. It involves close collaboration with senior stakeholders, strategic direction-setting, and oversight to ensure delivery is on time, on budget, and to a high standard.

Sitting within the Workforce Planning branch in the People & Workforce Group, the role offers a unique opportunity to shape future-focused workforce initiatives and support seamless, skills-based career transitions across the NSW Government.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.



We're Looking For

This role would suit a Recruitment or Talent Subject Matter expert who is driven to deliver best practice services and outcomes.

• Process Improvement and Innovation: Demonstrated success in driving improvements to business and recruitment processes, applying human-centred design or Lean/Agile methodologies
• Project Management Expertise: Proven ability to lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale, complex projects, particularly in areas such as recruitment systems or workforce reform
• Change Management and Transformation: Experience in leading organisational change initiatives that support cultural and operational shifts in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in managing relationships with diverse stakeholders, building consensus, and influencing decision-making.
• Strategic Leadership: Ability to translate big-picture objectives into actionable project plans, aligning delivery to broader government and organisational goals
• Systems and Implementation Knowledge: Familiarity with project lifecycles related to workforce platforms or enterprise solutions (HRIS, CRM etc.)
• Risk and Governance Awareness: Understanding of governance frameworks and risk management practices essential to public sector project delivery

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.



Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network
  

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)
  

Closing date: Tuesday, 3 June 2025 (9:59 AM)

Salary: Clerk Grade 11/12. Package includes base salary ($145,378 - $168,130) plus superannuation (11.5%) and leave loading.

Contact: Dana Gwyther, Talent Partner on email, [e-mail]



About the Premier's Department

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government

The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department.



Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.



Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at [e-mail], or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.

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