Job description
At DFP Recruitment, we believe great recruitment is built on trust, relationships, and a deep understanding of people. Since 1981, we’ve partnered with organisations across Australia to help build thriving teams and long‑term careers. Our people‑first approach is grounded in integrity, professionalism and genuine care — qualities that continue to set us apart as one of Australia’s leading recruitment specialists.
We’re now looking for a Recruitment Consultant to join our passionate Sydney team on a 12‑month maternity leave contract, with the potential for ongoing employment for the right person.
This role is ideal for someone with 1–2 years of agency recruitment experience. You’ll work closely with and be mentored by both our Branch Manager and Senior Recruitment Consultant, supporting end‑to‑end recruitment with opportunities for future development, potential earnings and targets as you grow.
About the role
As a Recruitment Consultant, you’ll play a pivotal role in helping people find meaningful work and supporting organisations to build thriving teams. In this 12‑month contract you will:
- Support the Senior Recruitment Consultant with placements and candidate management.
- Manage end‑to‑end recruitment processes across high‑volume temporary and permanent roles, particularly within government.
- Oversee timesheets, onboarding coordination and candidate care.
- Manage workflows, activity and compliance within the ATS (Salesforce).
- Build strong relationships with candidates and clients based on trust and service excellence.
- Use assessment tools and structured methodologies to match talent quickly and effectively.
- Contribute to DFP’s reputation for ethical, high‑quality, people‑first recruitment.
- Work toward future opportunities for targets, conversions and potential earnings as part of your development pathway.
About you
You bring 1–2 years’ experience in recruitment or a talent‑focused role and are ready for the next step. You’ll thrive in this role if you:
- Build rapport quickly and confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
- Are proactive, adaptable and solutions‑focused in fast‑paced recruitment environments.
- Have experience supporting or managing government recruitment processes and compliance.
- Are organised, detail‑oriented and passionate about delivering exceptional service.
- Bring curiosity, ambition and a commitment to continual growth.
Why join DFP?
At DFP, valuing our people isn’t just something we say — it’s something we genuinely live every day.
Our consultants choose to build long, meaningful careers with us because we prioritise their wellbeing, growth and real human connection. You’ll be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative environment backed by leading tools, a strong national network and a team that celebrates wins together and shows up for one another.
You’ll be joining a company that is:
- Ethical and people‑first, guided by integrity and professionalism at every step.
- Deeply connected, valuing relationships with candidates, clients, colleagues and community.
- Committed to inclusion, including strong practices supporting candidates with disability.
- Focused on excellence, taking pride in delivering high‑quality outcomes.
- Safety‑led, ensuring the wellbeing of everyone we work with.
What we offer
We’re committed to looking after our people, their wellbeing, growth, and sense of belonging. As a Recruitment Consultant, you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits designed to support you personally and professionally, including:
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid WFH options.
- Structured and tailored learning & development to grow your career.
- DFP Reward You — celebrating and recognising high achievers.
- Opportunities to contribute through our Social Impact program.
- DFP Days — five additional days of leave each year.
- Access to our DFP EAP counselling service for confidential support.
- Mental health and wellbeing initiatives — DFP is proudly recognised as a MASTER Mental Health First Aid Workplace.
Apply today and discover what’s possible when you’re supported to do your best work.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
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