The Opportunity
As OES's Talent Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in leading talent strategy and driving impactful change. This is a dual-role opportunity: you’ll lead our small TA team while also rolling up your sleeves to manage end-to-end recruitment across a diverse range of roles. You’ll partner closely with hiring managers, drive process improvements, and champion our EVP and employer brand.
Please note this is a 12 month fixed term contract.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the Talent Acquisition team in day-to-day operations
- Manage full-cycle recruitment across all departments in the business
- Partner with stakeholders to understand workforce needs and deliver tailored hiring solutions
- Drive innovation in sourcing, screening, and onboarding processes
- Leverage AI and tech tools to enhance recruitment efficiency
- Provide recruitment reporting, insights, and analytics
- Support workforce planning and build proactive talent pipelines
- Embed EVP messaging and contribute to employer branding initiatives
About You
- Proven experience in recruitment or talent acquisition - ideally internal (5+ years)
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Experience leading or mentoring recruitment teams
- Proficiency with ATS and recruitment tech
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
- Passion for continuous improvement and candidate experience
About OES
OES is a vibrant, values-led organisation passionate about enhancing lives through education. We partner with universities, training institutes and professional bodies worldwide to deliver immersive and engaging learning experiences. Our people are empowered to impact every day—through innovation, teamwork and a shared commitment to excellence.
What’s in it for you?
We pride ourselves on being a 'People First' employer and if you join the OES Team, you will benefit from:
- Flexible, hybrid work for genuine career-life fit (2-3 days in our Cremorne Office)
- Professional development and mentoring
- OES Culture Club and events calendar
- Health and wellbeing activities
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Paid parental leave
- Purchased leave
- Study assistance and leave for eligible employees
- Mental health support resources and Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Income protection insurance
- Corporate health insurance
Ultimately, you will be joining a values-driven, collaborative business where your creativity and innovation will be nurtured and celebrated.
Ready to make an impact?
Please apply now with your updated CV.
We value and celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we’re here to support you.
