Talent Acquisition Manager

Davidson; North Shore; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental service provider is looking for a mid-senior level talent acquisition expert to lead their national recruitment transformation. This role involves designing and executing an overarching talent strategy, ensuring high-quality recruitment practices, and driving the implementation of SmartRecruiters. The ideal candidate thrives in building sustainable pipelines and collaborating with senior stakeholders while contributing to a culture that prioritizes patient care and innovation.

Qualifications

• Strategic recruitment expertise with strong stakeholder management.
• Experience in building sustainable talent pipelines.
• Data literacy and technology-savvy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the national talent acquisition transformation.
• Design and execute the recruitment strategy.
• Implement and optimize SmartRecruiters for enhanced workflows.
• Lead the SmartRecruiters implementation and optimize workflows.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Strategic workforce planning

Stakeholder management

Data literacy

People leadership

Change management

Tools

SmartRecruiters

Job description

• Lead a national TA transformation and build a high performing, future focused function
• Drive specialist pipelines for a rapidly growing organisation and fuel NDC's continued expansion
• Shape the workforce that makes Australia smile through smart and creative recruitment practices

With their head office located in McMahons Point, Sydney, National Dental Care stands as one of Australia's most trusted and progressive dental service providers, with a network spanning more than 110 practices nationwide. Underpinned by a commitment to clinical excellence, continuous learning, and genuine patient care, NDC has created an environment where people are supported to thrive and innovation is embraced. Their investment in leading technology, contemporary practice design, and a culture grounded in collaboration has positioned them as a benchmark organisation in the dental health sector. Guided by the philosophy of being led by dentists for dentists, NDC continues to shape a future where exceptional care and meaningful patient experiences sit at the heart of everything they do.

Reporting to the Head of People & Culture, this role is responsible for shaping and elevating the national Talent Acquisition function while remaining deeply connected to hands‑on recruitment delivery. You will design and execute the talent strategy, strengthen specialist clinical and operational pipelines, and embed consistent, high quality recruitment practices across 110 clinics and the Support Office. You will also play a pivotal role in the implementation and optimisation of SmartRecruiters, ensuring the organisation benefits from streamlined workflows, strong data integrity, and a contemporary, intuitive recruitment experience. At its core, this role blends strategic leadership with meaningful on‑the‑ground delivery, supporting leaders with insight, foresight, and exceptional service.

To be successful in this role you must bring a sophisticated blend of strategic capability and practical recruitment expertise. You are a talent acquisition expert who thrives when building strong, sustainable pipelines and partnering with senior stakeholders to anticipate and meet workforce needs. You are data literate, systems savvy, and passionate about creating a recruitment experience that is both human and high performing. Your background includes leading specialist recruitment, uplifting TA capability, and driving technology‑enabled transformation. Most importantly, you bring the kind of presence, empathy, and resilience that aligns with an organisation dedicated to making Australia smile by ensuring the right people are in the right roles, supported by a talent function that truly understands the impact of its work.

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Applications close on Monday 5th January, 2026

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Dentists

Industries

Dentists