Talent Acquisition Specialist

• Competitive base salary + super + bonus

• NSW - North shore location
• Dynamic collaborative team where your ideas and input matters
• Hybrid working environment
• Training, mentoring and development opportunities

The Missing Link is looking for a skilled Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our dynamic HR team. If you're someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and is driven by finding top talent, we would like to hear from you!

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will play a key role in driving our recruitment strategy by identifying and attracting exceptional candidates who align with our company values and growth objectives. You will work closely with hiring managers to understand their needs and deliver a seamless and positive candidate experience from start to finish. You will have the ability to introduce creative sourcing initiatives to proactively identify and attract the best talent in the market.

About Us

The Missing Link has been operating in Australia for over 27 years, helping businesses achieve their goals through IT transformation with our core offerings; IT & Cloud, Cyber Security and Automation. The Missing Link is one of the most awarded IT companies in Australia - recognised mainly for our people and processes. With over 200+ staff and 25+ different countries represented in our business, we've cultivated a respectful and positive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.  

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to understand job requirements and team needs.
• Review, update and/or create position descriptions and recruitment briefs.
• Develop and execute creative proactive sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Create and post job adverts with engaging content to attract candidates.
• Advise on appropriate recruitment sources and build relationships with recruitment agencies panel members.
• Conduct thorough candidate screenings and interviews to assess skills, qualifications, and cultural fit.
• Manage the full recruitment process, including interview coordination, candidate communication, and offer negotiation.
• Maintain an up-to-date pipeline of top candidates for current and future roles.
• Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience from application to onboarding.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve recruitment processes and enhance team performance.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to ensure continuous improvement in our recruitment efforts.
• Providing consultative guidance and advice on recruitment best practices to secure top talent.
• Together with the marketing team collaborate and implement employer brand initiatives.

• Proven experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, or HR, ideally in the IT sector.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment software.

• Strong understanding of recruitment techniques and sourcing tools (e.g., LinkedIn, job boards, social media).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• A positive attitude and passion for helping people find their perfect fit.

At The Missing Link, a great company culture is key to our success. We prioritise staff happiness, and here are some of the benefits that come with being part of our team

• Supportive, collaborative and respectful environment
• Training / mentoring programs
• Regular fun social events
• Diverse range of employee benefits including paid volunteer days
• Competitive salary package including bonus
• Free breakfast, soft drinks/juices and monthly lunches