About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (until 30.01.2026), Full-Time
• People and Culture Directorate
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Higher Education Worker Level 5
• Total Remuneration $95,618 to $107,560 pa (including salary of $80,799 to $90,890 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

The People and Culture Directorate at CQUniversity provides a diverse range of human resource, industrial relations, payroll, superannuation and support services for staff of CQUniversity Australia.

Be part of CQUniversity’s Talent Acquisition Team where you will deliver advisory and recruitment support services to clients including hiring managers, HR stakeholders and candidates.

Are you looking for a chance to start a career with CQUniversity?

This fixed-term opportunity is an excellent way to gain valuable experience in employee recruitment within a university environment.

You will be placed in a function that allows you to build connections across the organisation where you will work closely with hiring managers and HR stakeholders. With your strong technical skills, you'll coordinate end-to-end recruitment through SAP SuccessFactors, ensuring compliance with policies and legislation. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply your creativity in writing job advertisements and shaping recruitment strategies.

This position would suit a detail-oriented and ambitious professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about promoting national job opportunities and delivering an excellent candidate experience.

Be Rewarded

• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave (annually)
• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Family-friendly and supportive work environment
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted gym membership and fitness passport

Position Requirements

• Communication & Relationships – Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate within the team, and build positive working relationships across the organisation.
• Time Management & Prioritising – Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks, manage shifting deadlines, and maintain progress across a range of administrative or client-focused responsibilities.
• Attention to Detail – Demonstrated ability in preparing documentation, accurately interpreting data, and taking ownership of tasks to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Policy Interpretation & Advice – Capable of interpreting enterprise agreements, policies and procedures, and providing clear advice to stakeholders.
• Marketing Skills – Experienced in developing high quality messaging for different target audiences and creating engaging job advertisements or promotional content.
• Adaptable – Comfortable working across a variety of digital platforms (e.g. SAP, Workday, PageUp, Microsoft Office Suite), and the ability to learn new systems and understand their functions.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Monday, 11 August 2025.

Job Requisition ID: 6387

Contact Details:

Georgia Finnegan

07 4930 9155

g.finnegan@cqu.edu.au

Internal Position Title - Talent Acquisition Consultant

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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