Associate Director - Aged Care

Orchard Talent ·www.orchardtalent.com.au

Location Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Salary AUD 110,000 - 120,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Director
Source Shazamme
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About us 
Orchard Talent Group is an Australian-owned search firm, leading the nation in social purpose engagements across the care economy, education and government sectors. Our clients are diverse, commercially driven organisations focused on delivering community impact. Headquartered in Sydney’s CBD, we operate with a national footprint and a collaborative, high-energy team culture. 

About the opportunity 
Due to growth in our Aged Care practice, we are seeking an experienced Associate Director to join our team. In this role, you will gain unparalleled access to established client relationships and retained search processes, focused on appointing leaders across residential care, clinical services and corporate functions within the aged care sector. 

You will work closely with senior leaders who bring extensive experience in aged care, providing mentorship and guidance while delivering high-impact recruitment solutions for organisations shaping services and support for older Australians. These partnerships allow you to manage retained search processes end-to-end, build and maintain relationships with senior leaders and contribute to impactful appointments that strengthen aged care delivery. 

Orchard offers retained search for all permanent roles, ensuring a dedicated and thorough recruitment process tailored to each client’s needs. Joining Orchard Talent means you’ll have the unique opportunity to deliver senior and sub-executive roles while learning the art and science of executive search directly from experienced Executive Partners. This hands-on mentorship ensures you gain deep expertise while working alongside leaders shaping the future of aged care. 

About you 
We’re looking for a high-energy, solutions-focused individual who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have: 
  • Experience recruiting within the Aged Care sector 
  • Prior recruitment experience within an agency setting 
  • Demonstrated experience managing and developing existing client relationships 
  • Excellent written and professional communication 
  • A passion for the Human Services sector and for-purpose organisations 
What’s on offer 
  • Competitive salary, with potential for bonus based on KPIs 
  • Hybrid work environment - Sydney CBD office and work from home one day per week 
  • Ongoing training and professional development 
  • Clear career progression to Associate Partner 
  • Work within high-impact sectors 
  • Monthly social events, birthday leave, Friday early finish, and full access to tech platforms to make your job easier (LinkedIn Recruiter, Seek Talent, laptop, phone allowance) 
How to Apply 
For more information and a confidential discussion, click apply or send your resume to elyshia@orchardtalent.com.au. 
To be eligible to apply, you must have full Australian work rights.


The Orchard Talent Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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The Associate Director - Aged Care role with Orchard Talent is based in Sydney, NSW, AU.
What does the Associate Director - Aged Care role pay?
Orchard Talent lists the Associate Director - Aged Care role at AUD 110,000–120,000 per year.
Is the Associate Director - Aged Care role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Orchard Talent.
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