Contract Defence Recruiter: Grow Relationships & Placements

Kinexus; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinexus is seeking an experienced Contract Recruiter to join our Defence recruitment team in Australia. This role focuses on growing a contract desk within Defence and Government, building strong client and contractor relationships, and delivering ongoing workforce solutions.

Join a high-performing, collaborative team with access to Kinexus’ established networks and support to develop expertise across contractor management, client engagement and business development in a stable market.

Qualifications

• Experienced recruiter with a contract or temporary recruitment desk.
• Proven ability to maintain recurring revenue and grow client relationships.
• Strong account management and business development capabilities.
• Commercial acumen and understanding of metrics driving contracting business.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a contract recruitment desk within the Defence and Government sector.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients, contractors and candidates.
• Deliver consistent contractor placements and ongoing workforce solutions across key accounts.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing and prospective client organisations.
• Build and maintain talent pools of security cleared and specialist professionals.
• Negotiate contract opportunities and manage contractor engagement throughout the employment lifecycle.
• Develop a strong market presence and become a trusted advisor to clients and candidates.
• Work collaboratively with leadership to identify growth opportunities for the desk and wider business.
• Mentor and support a team of recruiters where appropriate.
• Contribute to the continued success and reputation of Kinexus within the Australian Defence market.

Skills

Contract recruitment

Business development

Stakeholder management

Defence/Gov recruitment

Job description

Kinexus is seeking an experienced Contract Recruiter to join our Defence recruitment team in Australia. This role focuses on growing a contract desk within Defence and Government, building strong client and contractor relationships, and delivering ongoing workforce solutions.

Join a high-performing, collaborative team with access to Kinexus’ established networks and support to develop expertise across contractor management, client engagement and business development in a stable market.