Talent Acquisition Officer

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council their partners and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the Citys future and ensure it is culturally socially environmentally and economically sustainable.

About the role
We have a term contract opportunity up to October 2026 for a Talent Acquisition Officer to join a high-performing People & Culture team where youll play a key role in delivering exceptional recruitment support and creating a seamless positive experience for every candidate who joins our organisation.

You will assist in managing various aspects of the recruitment process and gain exposure to a variety of projects such as events training employer-brand & recruitment marketing projects.

On a daily basis you will:

• Provide endtoend administrative support across the recruitment process with a strong focus on preemployment and onboarding.
• Coordinate recruitment activities including posting ads scheduling interviews preparing interview packs and supporting candidates throughout the process.
• Manage all compliance documentation and preemployment requirements ensuring accuracy completeness and timely processing.
• Manage the onboarding process for new hires ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience from job offer to first day.
• Act as the first point of contact for recruitment system queries and general candidate or hiring manager enquiries.
• Process recruitment purchase orders invoices and payments.
• Support contingent workforce recruitment and onboarding through the Comensura platform.
• Contribute to Talent Acquisition projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You
Youre a detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills who takes pride in delivering an exceptional candidate experience. You have a minimum of 2 years of experience in recruitment administration or a related field and are ready for an immediate start.

The successful candidate will also bring:

• Certificate IV in HR Business or relevant administrative discipline or equivalent experience in a similar role.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience using HRIS/Application Tracking Systems is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and solution-focused mindset with the ability to identify and address challenges efficiently.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing workload demands
• Demonstrated experience in conducting phone screens and reference checks.

If youre ready to roll up your sleeves and advance your recruitment & talent acquisition skillset wed love to hear from you!

Whats on offer

Full time Term Contract Opportunity until October 2026.

We are offering an attractive remuneration from $82692.71 to $91067.29 plus 12% superannuation.

In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:

• A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements (2 days work from home).
• Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door discounted parking)
• Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time 3 additional leave days at Christmas 15 days sick/personal leave 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport flu shots etc.)

Want to know more

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.

Alternatively should you have specific questions please email

How to apply

Candidates MUST apply online and provide a Resume & brief Cover Letter outlining their interest in the role and how their experience and skills align with the Position Description.

Applications will close 9pm on Friday 9 January 2026 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.

Inclusion Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills experiences and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages people with disability Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples women veterans LGBTIQA and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.