ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future. Job Description We are looking to appoint a Senior Executive Search Recruiter responsible for leading senior and specialised recruitment initiatives across Australia and New Zealand. This newly established position reports directly to the Talent Resourcing Manager for AU/NZ. You’ll play a key role in identifying, attracting and securing senior management and specialist talent critical to the success of our growth ambitions across the infrastructure sector. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you’ll provide strategic insight into the talent market, develop proactive sourcing strategies, and build trusted relationships with high-calibre professionals. You’ll be instrumental in helping us grow and evolve our senior leadership teams – not just for today’s needs, but for the challenges and opportunities ahead. It’s about building the leadership bench strength that will drive ACCIONA’s growth and performance over the long term. What You’ll Be Doing Strategic Sourcing & Market Mapping - develop and deliver a targeted recruitment strategy for senior and specialist roles. Stakeholder Engagement - partner with senior leaders to provide advice on market conditions, talent pipelines and alternative skill aligned to business forecast needs. End-to-End Recruitment - manage the whole recruitment process, from sourcing strategy to negotiating offers. Candidate Relationship Management - b uild and maintain strong connections with senior professionals and passive candidates. Data & Insights - utilise data and market intelligence to develop reports and presentations that inform strategic decisions. Employer Branding - collaborate with marketing and communications to strengthen ACCIONA’s employer brand and attract top talent in the civil construction space. Required Skills and Competencies What You’ll Bring Ideally 10–15 years in executive search/Resourcing or internal talent acquisition focused on senior hires. Proven ability to engage and influence senior professionals. Enhanced communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills. A deep understanding of the infrastructure industry and the leadership capabilities required to succeed in operational roles is advantageous but not mandatory. Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field. Why ACCIONA? At ACCIONA, we’re committed to sustainable infrastructure and innovation. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the leadership of a business that’s building the future. You’ll work directly with senior decision-makers, influence strategic hiring decisions, and help develop a talent pipeline that supports long-term success. ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
