For more than 20 years, KordaMentha has supported businesses through some of their most complex matters and opportunities. Founder owned and led; we are an advisory firm that helps corporations, financiers, lawyers, private investors and government clients to grow, protect and recover value.
That’s what we do, but it’s how we do this that makes us who we are.
Proudly independent, strategically local, and with a bias for action to get things done, we focus on doing what is right by our clients, our people, and the wider community. Our track record shows that we help navigate the best path forward in challenging times, and do so across cities, regions and territories.
In the most stressful or demanding environments, we continue to drive change where it really counts.
Job DescriptionAs our firm continues to experience significant growth, we are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional talent to support our evolving business needs. In response to our expansion through new service offerings, we are looking for a motivated Talent Acquisition Coordinator to join our national People and Culture team based out of Melbourne or Brisbane.
You will work closely with senior stakeholders across the business to identify talent gaps and deliver a positive candidate experience, with a focus on supporting and enhancing our graduate recruitment programs. Your efforts will directly contribute to building high performing teams that drive our firm’s ongoing success. If you are eager to make a tangible impact on the growth of KordaMentha, we invite you to join us as we continue to grow and shape the future of our firm.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and onboarding.
- Proactively source candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter and build talent pipelines.
- Create and manage roles in the applicant tracking system and on job boards (LinkedIn, GradConnection, Seek).
- Manage annual graduate and vacationer recruitment campaigns, including employer information sessions, society events, and online campaigns.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to conduct job briefs and accurately capture hiring criteria.
- Provide regular updates to hiring teams and maintain accurate recruitment records.
- Review, screen, and shortlist candidates and referrals in line with role requirements.
- Administer and schedule psychometric assessments and reference checks.
- Prepare employment contracts and participate in candidate interviews as needed.
- Organise and attend university events, careers fairs, and society events, coordinating firm-wide participation.
- Support general People & Culture administration by responding to queries, updating internal pages, and liaising with payroll and admin teams.
- 3-5 years' experience in a similar role. Agency recruitment or professional services talent acquisition experience is highly regarded.
- Demonstrated experience with high volume recruitment.
- Intermediate to advanced level MS Office suite.
- Professional presentation, high level of commerciality, and ability to maintain employee confidentiality.
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure.
- High level time management, organisational, prioritisation, and project management skills.
- Proactive and able to develop and map processes.
- Task-oriented with a bias for action.
- Ability to work with limited supervision.
Join KordaMentha — Where Your Growth Is Our Priority
We don’t just hire talent; we invest in it - with support that accelerates your success in every way
Why Join Us?
- Professional Development: Expert mentorship, tailored training via KordaMentha Business School, study support, and our Accelerate program for Analysts to Associate Directors — build your brand, expand your network, and gain strategic insights from senior leaders
- Flexibility: We champion work/life integration with options that fit your lifestyle.
- Career Growth: Merit-based promotions, secondments, and opportunities to work alongside senior leaders on impactful projects.
- Leave That Works for You: Buy extra leave, swap public holidays, and access volunteer, generous parental leave and career break options.
- Culture & Connection: Social events, cultural celebrations, and our bi-ennial black-tie ball.
- Family Support: Flexible parental leave, return-to-work support through our partner GracePapers, and resources for every stage of family life.
- Health & Wellbeing: Inclusive wellness initiatives and confidential and industry leading EAP for you and your family.
This isn’t just a job — it’s a place where your ambitions are nurtured, your wellbeing is valued, and your contributions celebrated. Ready to shape your future with us?
At KordaMentha, we believe there is strength in difference. Our entrepreneurial spirit expands the possibilities for action. We approach situations, challenges, and opportunities with optimism, curiosity, and diversity of thought. We seek novel solutions to problems and encourage unconventional and innovative approaches.
Our team's diverse skillsets, backgrounds and experiences fuel KordaMentha's different mindset. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, recognising that talent and potential extend beyond traditional qualifications. Our selection process values diverse perspectives and considers each applicant's unique strengths and capabilities.
