Recruitment Consultant [AQ-23487]

Aquent; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited time off

$8,000 learning fund

Uncapped bonus

Job summary

Aquent in Sydney, Australia is seeking an entrepreneurial talent acquisition professional to build and lead a high-performing desk. You will uncover market opportunities, establish relationships with senior HR leaders, and shape workforce strategies for top clients.

Expect autonomy, cutting-edge AI tools, and a clear path to influence talent strategy across industries while growing your own portfolio of clients and roles.

Qualifications

• Must have a track record of winning new business and closing opportunities.
• Strong commercial instincts with proactive, entrepreneurial mindset.
• Confidence and gravitas to engage senior stakeholders and executives.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow your own desk by identifying opportunities before they become explicit needs.
• Develop new client relationships and understand strategic objectives across industries.
• Identify hiring opportunities within transformation programs and growth initiatives.

Skills

Sales experience

Business development

Commercial instincts

Executive engagement

New business development

Opportunity mindset

Resilience

Ambition

Strategic thinking

Education

Degree qualified

Job description

Are you ready to redefine the future of recruitment and make a tangible impact on leading organizations? This is an extraordinary opportunity to leverage your commercial acumen and proactive spirit to build a high-performing desk from the ground up. You won’t just fill roles; you’ll anticipate market needs, discover untapped opportunities, and directly shape the workforce strategies of our partners, driving significant impact for both our clients and the talent we connect.

About The Organization

We are a global work solutions company with over 40 years of expertise in talent, workforce solutions, managed services, Employer of Record (EOR), project delivery, and consulting. We partner with organizations to solve complex workforce challenges across marketing, creative, digital, technology, and transformation. At the forefront of innovation, we’re navigating the critical intersection of talent and AI, leveraging proprietary technology, AI-enabled sourcing tools, and a vast global talent network to build smarter ways to connect people, capability, and opportunity. We’re not just adapting to the future of work; we’re actively shaping it, and you will be a key part of that evolution, directly influencing the success of leading companies.

Unleash Your Entrepreneurial Spirit in Talent Acquisition

This is a unique chance for a commercially-minded professional to create their own success story and directly influence the strategic direction of our clients. Forget waiting for job briefs; in this role, you’ll be the architect of opportunities, identifying market shifts and talent implications before anyone else. You’ll operate with significant autonomy, backed by a globally recognized brand and cutting-edge tools, to cultivate new client relationships and become a trusted advisor in your chosen market. If you thrive on discovery, strategic thinking, and building something meaningful that drives business success for our partners, this is your platform to make a significant impact. You will play a pivotal role in connecting top-tier talent with groundbreaking projects, directly contributing to the growth and transformation of leading companies.

What You’ll Do

• Build and grow your own desk by proactively identifying opportunities before they become explicit talent acquisition requirements for our partners.
• Develop new client relationships, understanding their strategic objectives and potential talent needs across various industries.
• Identify hiring opportunities hidden within transformation programs, growth initiatives, and organizational change within client environments.
• Build trusted relationships with hiring managers, HR leaders, and executives at client organizations, becoming their go-to expert.
• Generate opportunities across permanent recruitment, contract staffing, project services, and comprehensive workforce solutions, tailoring strategies to each client’s unique needs.
• Utilize cutting-edge AI, market intelligence, and data-driven insights to identify buying signals and emerging demand within your market, giving you a competitive edge.
• Create your own pipeline through proactive business development and strategic outreach, driving your own success.
• Become a trusted advisor within your chosen market, offering insights and solutions that truly drive business success for our partners and shape their future workforces.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Degree qualified.
• Proven experience in sales or business development, demonstrating a knack for creating and closing opportunities.
• Strong commercial instincts and a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset that drives you to seek out new possibilities.
• Confidence and gravitas to engage effectively and build rapport with senior stakeholders and executive leadership.
• A demonstrated track record of winning new business and cultivating lasting client relationships built on trust and results.
• Genuine curiosity and interest in AI, technology, and the evolving future of work, staying ahead of industry trends.
• Resilience, ambition, and a deep desire to build and own a significant market presence, leaving your mark on the industry.
• An individual who consistently sees possibilities where others perceive obstacles, turning challenges into opportunities.

Why Join Us

We Offer a High-performance Environment Where Your Contributions Are Directly Tied To Your Success And Impact. You’ll Have The Freedom To Build Your Own Market And Create Your Own Success, Supported By a Culture That Values Innovation And Growth. Our Commitment To Your Well-being And Professional Development Includes

• Unlimited time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance, because your well-being matters.
• An $8,000 annual learning fund to invest in your continuous professional development and expand your expertise.
• An uncapped bonus structure with genuine earning potential, truly rewarding your achievements and drive.
• Ongoing sales, AI, and market intelligence training to keep you at the forefront of the industry and enhance your skills.
• Access to industry-leading recruitment technology and advanced AI tools that empower your work.
• A flexible work environment that supports your productivity and well-being, allowing you to thrive.
• Strong leadership support and a vibrant, high-performance culture where collaboration and excellence are celebrated.