First Nations Employment Consultant

Asuria; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Up to 15 weeks parental leave

Bonus leave days after 12 months of re

Salary sacrificing for Superannuation

Employee discount program

Job summary

Asuria, a leading provider of Employment Services in Australia, seeks a dedicated consultant to empower First Nations participants toward sustainable employment. You will coach clients, place roles, and provide ongoing support.

Collaborate with local employers to uncover opportunities that meet participant goals, understand diverse employment needs, and bridge talent with opportunity in a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience working with First Nations communities.
• Experience in Employment Services or similar roles is advantageous.
• Background in customer service, sales, contact centre or recruitment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills and adaptability.
• Attention to detail and administrative IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored guidance, coaching, job placement and ongoing support to your client group.
• Identify new opportunities with local employers aligned to participants' goals.
• Understand the unique employment needs of your clients.
• Collaborate with employers to bridge talent and opportunity.

Skills

First Nations experience

Customer service

Communication

Administration

Tools

IT systems

Job description

We are a leading provider of Employment Services in Australia, dedicated to connecting individuals with sustainable employment opportunities. We are a company that beats to an Enterprising Heart and our mission is to inspire, support and guide participants to unlock their full potential. Our people are at the heart of everything we do!

What will you do?

Your role will be to empower our First Nations participants to achieve sustainable employment.You will achieve this by

• Providing tailored guidance/coaching, job placement and ongoing support to your client group.
• Identifying new opportunities with local employers that align with our participants goals and needs.
• Understanding the unique employment needs of your clients
• Collaborating with employers to bridge the gap between talent and opportunity

Who are you?

Skills and experience we are looking for include:

• Experience in working with First Nations communities
• Experience in a similar role within Employment Services (highly advantageous)
• Demonstrated experience in customer service, sales, contact centre or recruitment (this will set you up for success)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and adaptability (no two days are the same!)
• Attention to detail and skills in administration and use of IT systems

A valid Police Check and Working with Children Check are mandatory requirements prior to commencement of employment. Successful candidates must set up a myID in order to access Government data aligned to role.

What can we offer you?

All Asurians enjoy a raft of Employee Benefits including:

• Access to career development opportunities
• Up to 15 weeks of paid Parental Leave
• Bonus Leave days after 12 months of employment
• Salary Sacrificing for Superannuation and Novated Leasing
• Employee discount program covering a range of goods and services

Asuria is proud to be recognised as a Diversity Council Australia (DCA) Inclusive Employer for 2024-2025. This recognition reflects our commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and supported to thrive. When you join Asuria, you’ll be part of a team that embraces people from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, ensuring that inclusion isn’t just a policy, it’s part of who we are.

Asuria is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, welcoming applications from people with disability, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As a Child Safe Organisation, Asuria is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children.