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Senior Appointments Consultant

Senior Appointments Consultant

  • 563888
  • Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
  • Continuing
  • Closing at: Oct 12 2026 - 23:55 AEDT
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Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration) 
Salary package: $100,847 - $116,083 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Continuing Appointment

 

In 1946, ANU was founded to help rebuild a changing world. We’re still at it, 80 years later. For generations, our people have turned curiosity into ideas that have shaped Australia and our region. Learn more about ANU, our history and the community that has shaped us: ANU at 80 

 

The Australian National University (ANU) is one of the world's leading universities, recognised for excellence in research, education and impact. We are seeking a Senior Appointments Consultant to join our high-performing Executive Search team and support the delivery of senior leadership appointments across the University.

In this role, you will provide expert advice and coordination on senior appointment matters and executive onboarding, partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver a seamless, high-quality experience. You will manage complex appointment processes, provide advice on senior employment arrangements, support executive onboarding and contribute to talent acquisition initiatives, reporting, compliance, and broader People & Culture projects.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced recruitment or HR professional who enjoys working with senior leaders, managing high-profile appointments, and creating an exceptional experience for candidates, hiring managers and broader University stakeholders while delivering high-quality outcomes in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
 
Contact and confidential enquiries:
Rachel Murray, Senior Appointments Business Partner, ANU Executive Search, E: rachel.murray@anu.edu.au or 0433 598 384.
 
Application information:
Applications close on Monday 12 October 2026 11.55 pm AEDT
 

If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the selection process, please advise us of these so that we can make appropriate arrangements.

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion.

 Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia, and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.  

 
 
 
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