Talent Acquisition Administrator

About the Unit

Human Resource Services supports the University of Newcastle through practical services and advice across recruitment workforce strategy HR operations and employee experience. The Talent Acquisition team delivers coordinated highquality recruitment services that help the University attract and onboard the right people for our community.

Be challenged and imagine with us

In this role you will:

• Help bring the Universitys recruitment processes to life by coordinating key steps in the hiring journey
• Support a wide range of activities across scheduling candidate care documentation and system management
• Work closely with advisors specialists and key stakeholders to ensure a smooth and positive experience for candidates and hiring teams

This continuing position is full time and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land).

How will you inspire us

• Bring a strong service mindset excellent organisational skills and a genuine interest in supporting people through their recruitment journey
• Build positive relationships with candidates and stakeholders communicate clearly and professionally
• Stay flexible and solutionfocused helping you thrive

We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do.

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

What we offer

The remuneration for this position isfrom$%superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience.

For information on our employee benefits (such as flexible working discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships and salary packaging) please visit here.

Your next steps

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.

If viewing this on a job board other than the Universitys please click Apply to reach the Universitys website where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.

Your application must include:

• Your resume
• A cover letter including a statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed in the position description

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your cover letter and response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2000 words).

For specific position enquiries please contact Shannon Ellis Talent Acquisition Operations Lead on (02)or via email

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Closing date:Thursday 19 March 2026 at 11.59pm AEDST

Our assessment process

Typically candidates that progress beyond the shortlist stage can expect to undertake the following (minimum) assessment activities as part of the recruitment process:

• Interview (an in person interview will be conducted as part of the process)
• Referee checks
• Pre-employment checks as appropriate to the role

Our University is committed to creating asafe respectful and inclusive environmentfor every member of our community. This commitment is central to our values and our efforts to build a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive.

As part of this and in alignment with theNational Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2025 from 1 January 2026 the University will also consider gender-based violence risk factors as part of our recruitment processes.

The completion and return of the Universitys Gender-based Violence Declaration Form will form part of the pre-employment checks for this position and any offer of employment will be conditional upon review by the University.

Our adherence to the Code is about more than complianceits about living our values. Together we can ensure our University remains a place where respect safety and inclusion are non-negotiable.

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