Junior Recruitment Consultant, Sydney, Australia, Sports Recruitment International Jobs

Junior Recruitment Consultant

Company	Sports Recruitment International	Job Type	Full Time
Location	Sydney, Australia	Job Reference
Salary	$Competitive + Performance Bonus	Closing Date	Open until filled
Industry	Agencies

Job Details

Background

Background

Founded in 2001, Sports Recruitment International (SRI) is recognised as one of the leading executive search and recruitment businesses dedicated to the global sports industry with offices in London, Lausanne, Singapore and Sydney.

SRI's Australian office launched in Sydney in early 2010, and subsequently we have worked with major national governing bodies including the FFA, NRL and AFL, in addition to a number if the major Football Clubs from Newcastle Jets and Central Coast Mariners to St George Illawarra, South Sydney and Essendon, Sydney Swans or GWS Giants. Additionally we work across a range of Sporting bodies such as ESPN, Eurosport, Tabcorp, Victoria Racing Club or Nitro Circus Live.

Globally we are a world leader in what we do and enjoy a combination of an extensive international network, a global database, a high profile website and a strong industry reputation. We are able to source, attract and deliver talent on a unique footing, placing candidates across a spectrum from middle management to Chief Executive but with a focus on retained and client paid advertising assignments.

Our Australian office is enjoying significant growth and is seeking an experienced Junior Recruitment Consultant to augment the team. They will have between 2 and 4 years experience in broader recruitment within the Corporate sector ideally in Consumer focussed industries and commercial roles. SRI will only accept applications from permanent residents of Australia with full working rights.

Key Responsibilities

General:

Develop a deep understanding of the sports business sector, building continuous knowledge and credibility
Maintenance of the internal database and ensure a high level of data integrity
Build relationships and regularly consult with clients and candidates where appropriate to ensure their recruitment needs are met.
Ensure a business understanding of clients needs including their organisational structure, future recruitment needs and company environment and culture.
Develop in depth market knowledge of clients and react to actively follow up and contact relevant individuals following new announcements

Candidate Generation:

Market mapping and identification of target companies and individuals
Desk based research for identification of targets
Referral led research including coordinating other staff members to access their networks
Cold calling to secure new contacts, names and information
Source new leads through keeping up to date on industry movements/speaking to candidates and clients/ keeping in contact with clients

Candidate Management:

Manage applications of candidates
Interview candidates and gain understanding of their career history and aspirations
Administration and organisation of interviews
Manage internal database and keep up to date records
Guiding and advising candidates through the interview process

Delivery Management:

Build relationships and regularly consult with clients to ensure their recruitment needs are met both with HR and line management.
Alongside the Partner, effectively project manage the delivery process on time and on budget
Responsible for the management and evolution of research reports and documentation
Produce accurate, informative and relevant candidate interview reports

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

Recruitment industry experience , ideally 2 to 4 years experience
Delivery and research experience and capability
Proven ability in developing and strengthening relationships with all types of individuals
Ability to be creative and in thinking ‘outside the box’
Motivated and personal desire to produce outstanding results
Ability to work quickly and under pressure
Strong attention to detail
Quick to learn, ambitious, organised, with excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple demands
Confidence, presence and strong personality
Effective communication skills – both verbal and written
Strong administrative skills
Self-starter, working on own initiative and demonstrating a mature and professional attitude
Diplomatic and tactful, maintaining confidentiality and discretion at all times

Desirable:

Experience of managing ‘C’ level clients and candidates
Skilled interviewer
Exposure to managing retained, advertised and executive search assignments
Demonstrable experience of recruitment across multiple disciplines and functions
PC skills – Database (SRI use Profile) Outlook/Word/Excel
Willingness and ability to travel within Australia
Genuine interest in sports