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Senior recruitment consultant

Canberra
Drake International - Australia
Recruitment Consultant
Posted: 2 May
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Drake International

Drake International is a global recruitment agency and an industry leader for over 70 years. In Australia, Drake International operates across 14 office locations, working with a diverse range of clients including publicly listed companies, Federal, State and local government departments, and SMEs. Drake International enables its clients by offering a comprehensive suite of recruitment, labour hire and business solutions services throughout all stages of the employment lifecycle.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Recruitment Consultant will partner closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver comprehensive recruitment services. This role encompasses the full recruitment cycle, including sales, negotiation, advertising, screening, interviewing, assessment, and coordination. You will play a pivotal role in helping client companies build effective teams and work collaboratively with colleagues across all levels of our organisation.

Day to day, you will be:

* Negotiating and gaining a full and comprehensive job brief
* Conducting a comprehensive database search for all active candidates.
* Preparing effective advertisements and effective screening of candidates through proper assessment and selection process.
* Interviewing candidates utilising Behavioural Description Interviewing (BDI) techniques and assessing them using the appropriate skills or aptitude technologies
* Reference checking of candidates to ensure the suitability of candidates.
* Providing a follow-up service to the client and candidate after the candidate starts their new position to ensure that the placement has been successful and the completion of the probationary period/guarantee period coverage.
* Ensuring that all documentation is completed accurately and within required time frames including invoicing documentation.
* Collecting outstanding accounts and ensuring the client's awareness of their credit status with Drake.
* Ensuring candidates are well prepared for interviews with Drake clients.
* Ensuring that candidate files are well maintained, up to date and treated with strict confidentiality.
* Telemarketing calls to existing and potential accounts and the implementation of promotional activities
* Maintaining an acceptable public relations image with our clients, the public and government agencies.

ABOUT YOU

You will be a cultural ambassador for the business and play a pivotal role in managing all aspects related to our workforce. You are highly motivated, adept, enthusiastic about helping others, thrive in a fast-paced environment, energetic and ambitious.

To thrive in this role, you will bring the following qualities:

* A background working in high-volume recruitment campaigns and 360 recruitment methodology.
* Demonstrated ability to screen, secure and keep quality candidates.
* A tertiary qualification in Business, Administration, or Sales is advantageous
* Business Development success in a commercial environment.
* Exceptional customer service and negotiation ability (with both candidates and clients)
* Results orientated
* Excellent communication skills - verbal and written.
* Proficiency in advanced computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite

WHY JOIN DRAKE?

At Drake International, we value our people and their contributions. Here's what you can expect when you join our team:

* Hybrid work options: achieve a healthy work-life balance with hybrid work arrangements.
* ME day leave: celebrate yourself with an extra day of annual leave!
* Half-yearly team events: connect with colleagues through fun team activities.
* Reward & recognition program: be recognised for your achievements and celebrated for living our values.
* Study assistance program: develop your skills and advance your career goals with our support.
* Wellbeing support: access our EAP program, wellbeing portal, and company-wide wellness initiatives.
* Discounted private health: Enjoy savings on private health insurance.
* Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I): we foster an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive!

READY FOR YOUR NEXT CAREER MOVE?

Apply now and be part of a thriving global recruitment team that offers both career growth and meaningful work.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Drake, we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and equity. While our journey is ongoing, our shared goal is to create an environment where every individual is respected and valued. We are a community that recognises the strength of diversity.

Right to Work

The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work in Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.

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