This is a Recruitment Consultant, Business Services role with Herbert Smith Freehills based in Sydney, NSW, AU Herbert Smith Freehills Role Seniority - mid level More about the Recruitment Consultant, Business Services role at Herbert Smith Freehills Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is a world-leading global law firm, where our ambition is to help you achieve your goals. Exceptional client service and the pursuit of excellence are at our core. We invest in and care about our client relationships, which is why so many are longstanding. We enjoy breaking new ground, as we have for over 170 years. As a fully integrated transatlantic and transpacific firm, we are where you need us to be. Our footprint is extensive and committed across the world’s largest markets, key financial centres and major growth hubs. At our best tackling complexity and navigating change, we work alongside you on demanding litigation, exacting regulatory work and complex public and private market transactions. We are recognised as leading in these areas. We are immersed in the sectors and challenges that impact you. We are recognised as standing apart in energy, infrastructure and resources. And we’re focused on areas of growth that affect every business across the world. All of this is achieved by supporting the growth of our people, who help us deliver on our ambition – which is to help you achieve yours. Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer: Your goals. Our ambition The Opportunity We are seeking a Recruitment Consultant to join our lateral recruitment team in Sydney on a permanent, full-time basis. Known internally as a Senior Recruitment Adviser, you will support our firm to source and recruit candidates who reflect the HSF Kramer values of Human, Bold and Outstanding. Whilst subject to change, your portfolio will focus on Business Services teams (e.g. Legal Support, Business Finance, Corporate Services, IT and Office Operations), with recruitment support for Legal practice groups provided when required. In this role you will work closely with Recruitment Managers and People Partners to drive forward recruitment efforts and secure the best possible talent for each opportunity. At HSF Kramer, our Agile60 policy champions flexible work whilst also valuing relationships built in person. As such, attendance at our Sydney office is required at least 3 days per week. What you’ll bring Experience in an internal or agency recruitment position, ideally within the legal industry. Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Commerce, Law, or a related field. A polished and professional communication style, with a natural ability to network and build positive working relationships both internally and externally. A commitment to providing an exceptional service to all candidates, agency partners and internal stakeholders. Strong attention to detail and an ability to balance your time across a busy portfolio. A track record of driving direct sourcing initiatives via LinkedIn. A willingness to collaborate openly with your recruitment colleagues, sharing expertise and balancing workloads to support the overall success of the team. An innovative mindset, curious about AI and emerging technologies. What you can expect from us We’re a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 6,000 professionals across 26 offices. As the market leader in Australia, we are committed to high performance, collaboration, diversity and digital innovation. We are client-centred, commercially driven, and renowned for our solution-focused expertise. We will align your growth with our ambitions. We make your personal and professional growth our business. And as part of the team, our ambition is yours too. Wherever you are in your career: grow and help the firm grow with you. We will provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals. We value your wellbeing, both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you’ll have it and we’ll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control. For more benefits on offer such as our holistic wellbeing fund or home office allowance please click here. Join us to be part of a human, bold and outstanding team at Australia’s market leading law firm. We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding. Team People Working Pattern Full time Location Sydney Contract type Permanent Contract Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding. At Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, we align your growth and ambition with ours. We invest in your personal and professional growth and support you to achieve your ambitions. And you share responsibility for playing a part in delivering the firm’s growth and ambition too. A leading global law firm, with over 6,000 people, we are in the world's largest markets, key financial centres and major growth hubs. We’re recognised leaders in demanding contentious matters, exacting regulatory work and complex public and private transactions. We’re immersed in the many challenges facing our clients. We’re invested and resourceful. We understand the part technology and digitalisation play in the delivery of legal services. We want to make a positive impact wherever in the world we operate. You’ll have the opportunity to engage with this with an open mind and curiosity. We are known for our diverse perspectives and renowned for our culture. Being human, bold and outstanding are more than our values: you’ll discover they are our lived experience. And by being ambitious for your growth and ours, we’ll achieve our goals together. Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer: Your growth. Our ambition. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Herbert Smith Freehills team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Sourcing talent Driving recruitment efforts Building relationships Key Strengths Recruitment experience Communication skills Attention to detail Innovative mindset Direct sourcing initiatives Collaboration skills A Final Note: This is a role with Herbert Smith Freehills not with Hatch.
