About us
McCabes is an Australian Commercial, Government, and Insurance law firm with a reputation for providing high quality, timely legal services. Balanced with a strong internal emphasis on culture and values, we combine innovation with commercial savviness to deliver rewarding outcomes to all our clients.
About the role
Our Human Resources team is seeking an ambitious and enthusiastic Talent Acquisition Generalist to join the team on a full-time, 3-month maximum-term contract, with the possibility of extension based on business needs.
This role is ideally suited to an experienced talent acquisition professional with experience in a similar environment, including a law firm, professional services organisation, or legal recruitment agency.
Reporting to the HR Director and working closely with the broader HR team, key responsibilities of the role will include:
- Managing the full end-to-end recruitment process, including job description reviews, internal and external advertising, candidate management, screening, selection, onboarding and induction.
- Building strong relationships with Principals and divisional leaders across the firm to understand current and future staffing needs.
- Reviewing applications, shortlisting candidates and conducting initial candidate screenings.
- Conducting first and second-round interviews, both in person and via video conferencing.
- Undertaking targeted candidate searches to build and maintain strong talent pipelines.
- Developing and implementing attraction strategies to secure high-calibre talent.
- Assessing candidates against the firm's values, culture and role requirements.
- Maintaining accurate recruitment records, including candidate progression and vacancy status updates.
- Liaising with recruitment agencies regarding approved vacancies and candidate sourcing activities.
- Assisting with workforce planning initiatives across the firm.
- Supporting a range of ad hoc HR projects and generalist HR activities as required.
About you
To be successful in this role you will ideally have:
- Experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist in a similar environment, preferably within a law firm, professional services organisation, or legal recruitment agency.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
- A genuine passion for recruitment and talent acquisition.
- Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Exceptional time management and organisational skills.
- A willingness to learn, a positive attitude, and a proactive approach.
- The ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- The ability to effectively manage competing priorities and progress multiple tasks to completion within required deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
- Sound problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
What we offer
In return, we offer the opportunity to grow your career within a talented team, supported by a flexible, inclusive, and forward-thinking workplace. Our culture is built on our core values – integrity, excellence, and courage and we are committed to providing genuine opportunities for professional development and progression.
How to apply
Please apply online with your CV and cover letter.
*** We welcome applications from Australian citizens, permanent residents, and visa holders with unrestricted full-time work rights for a minimum period of three months, including Working Holiday Visa holders. ***
Accessibility and inclusion
We are committed to providing an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment experience. If you need any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected].
Agency submissions
We are not accepting applications submitted by recruitment agencies for this position unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of our human resources team. Candidate profiles or resumes forwarded to principals, hiring managers, or other employees will not constitute an introduction to McCabes for this role or any future roles.
