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Recruitment Assistant

AUD 81,296 - 87,954
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, AU

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Job Description

Recruitment Assistant 563479 Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601 Continuing Fixed Term Closing at: Sep 7 2026 - 23:55 AEST Add to favourites View favourites Position Description Classification: ANU Officer Grade 4 (Administration) Salary package: $81,296 - $87,954 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Full Time, Continuing and Fixed Term roles (up to 31/01/2027) This is an exciting opportunity to join the Australian National University (ANU) as a Recruitment Assistant within the People and Culture Division. People and Culture is dedicated to fulfilling the Australian National University’s vision of becoming one of the world's great universities through collaborative and customer-focused service. The Recruitment Assistant plays a key role in delivering a positive employee experience, working collaboratively within a team to provide high-quality recruitment administration support. This role involves managing shared inboxes, preparing employment offer letters, and accurately entering data in a high-volume environment. The position requires the ability to multitask across various stages of the recruitment lifecycle and offers an excellent opportunity to kick start a career in Human Resources. The successful candidate will bring experience in a customer-focused environment, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and work effectively as part of a team. Previous experience in an HR or recruitment setting is highly regarded. A merit list will be established from this recruitment round as future vacancies arise. For further information please contact Zoe Brown, Team Lead - Recruitment, E: zoe.brown@anu.edu.au The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion Application information In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents: A statement addressing the selection criteria. A current curriculum vitae (CV) Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. Please note: The preferred candidate [must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence .

Requirements

  • Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence .

Benefits

  • The Recruitment Assistant plays a key role in delivering a positive employee experience, working collaboratively within a team to provide high-quality recruitment administration support.
  • This role involves managing shared inboxes, preparing employment offer letters, and accurately entering data in a high-volume environment.
  • The position requires the ability to multitask across various stages of the recruitment lifecycle and offers an excellent opportunity to kick start a career in Human Resources.
  • The successful candidate will bring experience in a customer-focused environment, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and work effectively as part of a team. Previous experience in an HR or recruitment setting is highly regarded.
  • A merit list will be established from this recruitment round as future vacancies arise.

About This Position

What does this position pay?

The advertised salary for this role is AUD 81,296 – 87,954, plus 17% employer superannuation. The final offer within the band depends on qualifications and experience, as set by Australian National University's enterprise agreement.

Where is this position based?

The position is based at Australian National University, in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, AU. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.

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