• Deliver end‑to‑end recruitment and onboarding processes
• Partner with managers to meet workforce and sourcing needs
• Ensure compliant, accurate recruitment records and systems

Location:

Preston, Melbourne VIC

Employment Type: Full Time, 12-Month Fixed Term

Salary: $75,439.00 - 81,000 + Super + Salary Packaging (dependant on experience)

Flexibility: 1-2 days WFH

At Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service (VALS), our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the state's only specialist legal and support service dedicated to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we are committed to delivering culturally safe, high-quality services across Victoria.

We are seeking a Recruitment and Talent Advisor to play a key role in shaping our workforce by connecting passionate professionals with purposeful work.

About the role

This is an end-to-end recruitment role where you will partner closely with hiring managers to attract, engage, and onboard talent across the organisation.
You will be responsible for delivering a seamless and respectful recruitment experience, while ensuring compliance, efficiency, and alignment with VALS' values and cultural integrity.

Key responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment including advertising, sourcing, screening, and onboarding
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop effective recruitment strategies
• Proactively source candidates using diverse channels and contemporary tools
• Coordinate interviews and support fair, consistent selection processes
• Maintain accurate and compliant recruitment documentation and HRIS records
• Ensure a positive and culturally respectful candidate experience
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for future workforce needs
• Provide guidance on best practice recruitment and selection
• Support inclusive hiring practices and diversity initiatives
• Collaborate with the broader HR team to ensure consistent service delivery

About you

You are an organised and people-focused recruitment professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality outcomes. You build trust quickly, communicate clearly, and bring a thoughtful, inclusive approach to your work.
You will bring:

• At least 2 years' experience in recruitment (internal or agency)
• Experience using ATS or HRIS systems
• Strong understanding of recruitment compliance and data management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage multiple roles with attention to detail
• A genuine interest in connecting people with meaningful work
• Commitment to culturally safe and inclusive recruitment practices

About our team

Our Human Resources team is a collaborative, generalist function that supports the full employee lifecycle. We partner with leaders across the organisation to build capability, strengthen systems, and foster a safe, inclusive, and culturally respectful workplace.

Mandatory requirements

• Current Working with Children Check
• National Criminal History Check
• Valid Victorian Driver's Licence
• Full working rights in Australia

Why join VALS?

• 17.5% Leave Loading
• 5 additional days of annual leave on top of the standard 20 days
• Generous salary packaging up to $15,900 via Maxxia
• Opportunity to work alongside a passionate, culturally committed team
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive, and culturally safe workplace environment

Our commitment to inclusion

VALS is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require adjustments or support at any stage, please let us know.

Apply now

If you are passionate about recruitment and want to contribute to meaningful work that supports community outcomes, we encourage you to apply.