Recruitment Officer

About the Role

Victoria University (VU) is seeking an eager and detail-oriented Recruitment Officer to join our People & Culture this role you will provide efficient and effective recruitment administration support to ensure the attraction and selection of qualified internal and external candidates. You will play a key part in delivering a positive candidate experience and supporting hiring managers throughout the recruitment and onboarding process.

For a detailed copy of the position description please click here:Recruitment Officer

This role is being offered on a full-time fixed termbasis for a 6 month period at the classification of HEP Level 5 salary range: $76459 - $87825 per annum plus 17% addition the University offer hybrid working arrangements and other generous leave entitlements.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to recruitment queries from internal and external stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.
• Process job requisitions in VU People First obtain approvals and post job advertisements.
• Prepare and issue accurate job offers in line with VU policies.
• Provide administrative support for recruitment activities including interview coordination and document preparation.
• Ensure onboarding tasks are completed promptly and assist new hires with compliance requirements.
• Maintain and update recruitment content on internal and external webpages.
• Monitor recruitment processes to ensure compliance with policies legislation and diversity and inclusion practices.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Relevant qualifications and/or experience in HR or recruitment.
• Strong customer service focus and ability to build effective relationships.
• Experience using HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Who to contact

For more information about the role please contact Amanda Harnan Manager Recruitment Services by email at

Employment Conditions and Benefits:

VU provides competitive salaries excellent superannuation and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel achieve their goals and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity inclusion and family-friendly policies VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information please visit ourJobs at VU Webpage:

How to Apply:

For a copy of the Position Description click HERE.

Applications must be submitted as asingle documentcomprising:

• Your curriculum vitae/resume
• Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description

Note: Applications which do not address the Key Selection Criteria will NOT be considered.

Applications will close Friday 5th December 2025 at 5pm.

Our Commitment to Protecting Country:

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility in all that we do to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities and the planet that we share.

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity:

VU is an equal opportunity employer and proudly committed to progressive inclusivity. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all its forms including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples people with disability culturally and racially marginalised communities LGBTQIA individuals and people of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and foster an inclusive respectful and supportive environment where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to be aWGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruitment:

VU is committed to providing a positive and barrier-free recruitment experience. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process including accessible formats of documents please contact us ator call(03).