Talent Acquisition Specialist

About Emesent

Emesent is a global leader in drone autonomy, LiDAR mapping, and data analytics, established in 2018 with strong ties to Australia's CSIRO. Our mission is to autonomously map hard-to-reach areas, delivering advanced insights across mining, infrastructure, surveying, and mapping sectors. Our flagship product, Hovermap, is a versatile mobile scanning unit with cutting-edge collision avoidance and autonomous flight capabilities, used worldwide for innovative data capture in challenging environments.

Role Overview

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Emesent, you will own the complete recruitment cycle, partnering closely with the Director of People & Culture and hiring managers across all departments. Your mission is to attract and secure top talent, fostering a collaborative, driven, and enjoyable work culture within the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and retain a thorough understanding of the staffing needs across Emesent's divisions.
• Work with the People team and hiring managers to craft compelling job postings and establish clear candidate criteria.
• Screen candidates through phone interviews, shortlist qualified applicants, and organize interviews in consultation with hiring managers.
• Manage recruitment advertising and sourcing strategies to maintain robust talent pipelines anticipating current and future hiring demands.
• Advise and coach hiring managers and stakeholders on best practices throughout the recruitment stages.
• Ensure a smooth and positive candidate experience with prompt feedback and clear communication on next steps.
• Coordinate approvals, offer letters, and onboarding processes alongside the People team for successful hires.
• Utilize talent mapping to proactively source and build candidate pools.
• Support recruitment setup in emerging company locations as Emesent expands internationally.
• Drive employer branding initiatives and contribute insights into the employee lifecycle.
• Conduct salary benchmarking and market analysis for role positioning.
• Monitor industry trends and disseminate relevant information within the People team.
• Assist with other HR and people-related projects to support team operations.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 3 years experience in internal recruitment roles.
• Track record in recruiting for technical positions including Engineering, Sales (local and global), and business roles.
• Strong team orientation and collaboration skills within people and talent acquisition functions.
• Proven ability to manage the full recruitment lifecycle with confidence.
• Expertise in headhunting and creative talent sourcing techniques.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders and a passion for understanding Emesent's business and culture.
• Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter and applicant tracking systems.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, along with strong negotiation, influencing, and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiastic ambassador for the company capable of effectively promoting employment opportunities.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary package along with superannuation contributions.
• Access to employee share option schemes (equity participation).
• Work within a supportive and dynamic team engaged with groundbreaking technology.
• Opportunity for professional learning and development.
• Enjoy a positive work environment with excellent facilities.
• Access to novated lease programs.
• Annual recognition leave of one full day for each work anniversary.

Additional Information

Emesent commits to leveraging AI tools to assist in recruitment processes such as resume review and application analysis; however, final decisions are made by humans. For further information on data handling in recruitment, candidates may contact the company directly.