Associate Director, Recruitment - Disability and Social Services
Orchard Talent ·www.orchardtalent.com.au
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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 within our Disability & Social Services practice, and the shifting nature of the sector, we are seeking an experienced recruiter to join our team, with a focus on Disability, Social Services, Domestic Violence and Housing appointments across the sector.
In this role, you will gain unparalleled access to established client relationships and retained search processes, focused on appointing leaders and specialist professionals across community services organisations committed to supporting vulnerable Australians. Typical roles may include Disability Service Managers, Operations Managers, Case Managers, Housing specialists, Therapeutic Specialists, Domestic Violence practitioners, Program Managers, Regional Managers and senior leadership appointments.
You will work closely with senior leaders who bring extensive experience across the Human Services sector, providing mentorship and guidance while delivering high-impact recruitment solutions for organisations creating meaningful social change. 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 frontline service delivery and community outcomes.
Orchard provides retained search for all permanent roles, ensuring a dedicated and thorough recruitment process tailored to each client’s needs in a consultative manner. 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 the sector.
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:
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.
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 within our Disability & Social Services practice, and the shifting nature of the sector, we are seeking an experienced recruiter to join our team, with a focus on Disability, Social Services, Domestic Violence and Housing appointments across the sector.
In this role, you will gain unparalleled access to established client relationships and retained search processes, focused on appointing leaders and specialist professionals across community services organisations committed to supporting vulnerable Australians. Typical roles may include Disability Service Managers, Operations Managers, Case Managers, Housing specialists, Therapeutic Specialists, Domestic Violence practitioners, Program Managers, Regional Managers and senior leadership appointments.
You will work closely with senior leaders who bring extensive experience across the Human Services sector, providing mentorship and guidance while delivering high-impact recruitment solutions for organisations creating meaningful social change. 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 frontline service delivery and community outcomes.
Orchard provides retained search for all permanent roles, ensuring a dedicated and thorough recruitment process tailored to each client’s needs in a consultative manner. 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 the sector.
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 Disability, Social Services, Community Services, Domestic Violence or Housing
- Prior recruitment experience within an agency setting
- Proven business development experience, including winning new clients, generating new opportunities and building a sustainable pipeline of work
- Demonstrated ability to build, maintain and grow long-term client relationships
- Confidence managing retained search processes end-to-end
- Excellent written and professional communication skills
- A passion for the Human Services sector and for-purpose organisations
- A proactive and entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities and contribute to the continued growth of the practice
- 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)
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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What does the Associate Director, Recruitment - Disability and Social Services role pay?
Orchard Talent lists the Associate Director, Recruitment - Disability and Social Services role at AUD 110,000–120,000 per year.
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