Talent Acquisition Specialist

Summary

Join Megaport's Talent Acquisition team as a Specialist and lead recruitment efforts across North and South America. This remote role, reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager in Brisbane, involves managing the full recruitment lifecycle, partnering with hiring managers, and creating innovative solutions. You will collaborate with diverse teams, source candidates through various channels, and ensure a high-quality candidate experience. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful HR projects and shape how Megaport attracts top talent. You'll work with a supportive, high-performing team and have the chance to expand your impact by supporting global hiring efforts.

Requirements

• 2 to 3+ years of recruitment experience in a fast-paced environment (ideally within an external agency, tech or high-growth company)
• A proactive recruiter with a keen eagerness to learn, and a can-do attitude and growth mindset
• Experience with ATS systems and recruitment tools, such as Lever, Workday, and LinkedIn Recruiter
• Adaptability in scaling environments, ability to navigate shifting priorities and business needs with ease
• Proven skills in building strong relationships with hiring managers and cross-functional teams, providing strategic recruitment support
• Proven track record of meeting hiring goals while maintaining a focus on quality, diversity, and a positive candidate experience
• Ability to act as a cultural ambassador for Megaport, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and reliability to the team
• A demonstrated results-driven and goal-oriented approach to recruitment, balancing speed and precision to attract top talent
• A highly organised and collaborative individual who thrives in dynamic environments while maintaining attention to detail
• Passion for contributing to continuous improvement of People & Culture processes and supporting broader team initiatives

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers across various functions and timezones (Sales, Technology, Marketing, Operations, Finance and Legal) to attract top talent
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, contract negotiations, and onboarding
• Act as a trusted advisor; conduct recruitment kick-off meetings and guide managers through the hiring process, providing market insights to hiring teams on talent trends and opportunities
• Source candidates through diverse channels, including professional networks, social media, and events
• Coordinate the creation of job descriptions, screening guides, and evaluation tools
• Ensure a high-quality candidate experience that reflects Megaport’s culture
• Oversee the onboarding of your new hires, including pre-hire compliance to ensure a smooth start
• Foster a recruitment culture that actively involves team members in attracting and securing top talent, while promoting an environment of continuous improvement and best practices to ensure an efficient and innovative recruitment process
• Lead recruitment initiatives both internally and externally, including referral programs, social media campaigns, and in-person events
• Support other People & Culture team projects and initiatives as needed

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Flexible working environments
• Birthday Leave
• Generous study and training program + 5 days paid study leave
• Additional Leave via Purchased Annual Leave Scheme
• Health and Wellness Program