We’re partnering with a large government organisation delivering a major transformation program and are seeking a Senior Procurement Officer to support high-value, complex procurement activities.

This role will suit a procurement professional with strong Queensland Government experience, particularly across ICT sourcing and contract management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities across complex and high-risk categories
• Provide expert advice on procurement strategy, governance, and compliance
• Manage supplier engagements and oversee contract lifecycle delivery
• Drive procurement planning, reporting, and performance outcomes
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver commercially sound and compliant solutions

About You

• Demonstrated experience in government procurement environments
• Strong working knowledge of QITC frameworks is essential (not just exposure)
• Proven capability across contract management, probity, and governance
• Experience managing ICT or contingent labour procurement highly regarded
• Confident stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence outcomes
• Highly organised with strong commercial acumen

Why Apply?

• Competitive rate of $119/hr (inc. super) 4 month contract possibility to extend
• Immediate start on a high-impact program
• Work within a collaborative, delivery-focused team
• Opportunity to contribute to major government initiatives

If you have hands-on QITC framework experience and are available for your next contract, Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion to ray.stewart@talentinternational.com

Our client:

Our client is a globally recognised entertainment organisation operating in a fast-paced, creative environment. With a strong international presence, they partner with talent and stakeholders worldwide, blending commercial strategy with creativity to drive growth.

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The role:

This is a highly commercial Head of Finance role supporting the Australian business, operating in a lean structure with no heavy transactional accounting.

You’ll act as the key finance partner to leadership and creative teams, working closely with A&R and stakeholders on deal analysis, modelling and strategic decisions. This role is less about debits and credits, and more about influencing outcomes, partnering with the business, and operating in ambiguity.

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Key responsibilities:

• Act as the finance lead for the Australian business
• Partner closely with A&R and creative teams on deal modelling and analysis
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis (FP&A focus)
• Provide commercial insights to support strategic decision-making
• Own revenue oversight, accruals and financial integrity
• Review financial outputs delivered by shared services (not prepare them)
• Present financial insights and plans to global leadership
• Operate as the key bridge between finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Influence decision-making in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

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Skills and experience:

• CA / CPA qualified
• Strong commercial finance / FP&A / business partnering background
• Experience operating at senior level (Head of Finance or ready step-up)
• Proven ability to influence and partner with non-finance stakeholders
• Strong communication skills – able to simplify finance for creative teams
• Experience in listed or regulated environments preferred
• Comfortable working in ambiguity and fast-paced environments
• Interest in entertainment, media or creative industries highly regarded

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Benefits and additional information:

• Bonus historically always paid in full
• Direct exposure to global CFO and international stakeholders
• High-impact, high-visibility role in a global business
• Clear pathway to broader leadership
• Minimal transnational work – focus on commercial impact
• 4 days onsite (Sydney) + Friday half-day WFH
• Finish at 1pm every Friday
• Work with global teams (AU, UK, US)
• Clear progression within cloud, identity engineering & security
• 2 wellbeing days + 5 extra Christmas leave days
• Retail discounts, gym benefits, EAP + lifestyle perks

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How to apply:

If you’re a commercially minded finance leader who wants to move beyond traditional reporting into a true business partnering and deal-focused role, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

About the organisation
My client is a well-established not-for-profit delivering essential housing and community programs. With a growing technology function, they are investing in systems and processes to better support frontline service delivery.

The role
This is a 12-month contract for an Application Specialist, sitting within the Technology team and reporting to senior leadership. The role is a hybrid of systems administration and light business analysis, focused on supporting and improving core applications.

You will act as the bridge between business teams and technology, ensuring systems are effective, issues are resolved, and continuous improvements are delivered.

Key responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end application support across core systems
• Manage incidents, service requests, and system enquiries
• Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and improve processes
• Assess and manage change requests, coordinating with vendors where needed
• Support onboarding, offboarding, and system configuration changes
• Deliver reporting and insights to support business decision-making
• Train users and support rollout of new services and programs
• Drive structure, prioritisation, and continuous improvement initiatives

Key systems

• Dynamics 365 (CRM / housing system)
• Exposure to NetSuite beneficial

About you

• 3-5 years experience in an Application Specialist, Systems Analyst, or similar role
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Experience supporting business-critical applications
• Ability to translate business needs into practical system solutions
• Exposure to reporting tools (Power BI preferred; SQL beneficial)
• Comfortable working in evolving, low-maturity environments

What’s important

• Stakeholder-first mindset with strong communication skills
• Pragmatic and solutions-focused approach
• Ability to prioritise and manage competing requests
• Empathy and alignment with a not-for-profit environment

Details

• 12-month contract, potential extension
• Sydney location (hyrbid working)
• Competitive daily rate
• ASAP start

Apply now for immediate consideration. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

We are looking for a Key Account Manager within the telecommunications or managed services sector to join mid-sized, founder-led Australian technology and services business with a strong local presence and long-standing customer base. The culture is tight, loyal, and built around people who genuinely enjoy working together, 15-to 20-year tenures aren’t unusual!

They’re also moving into brand-new York Street offices with a state of the art fit-out, creating a modern, high-performance workspace in the heart of the CBD.

What Stands Out:

• Strong tenure and supportive team culture
• 30+ staff in Sydney, 60 offshore in operations/support
• Quarterly business reviews followed by social events
• Hybrid working (2-3 days in office)
• 90-foot company yacht to use for client entertainment

About The Role:

• We are looking for an experienced Key Account Manager to manage either top government or enterprise customers.
• The role will involve maintaining revenue (including renewals), with a strong focus on account growth and expansion.
• Looking for someone who is experienced in managing accounts as well as opening whitespace (new business) within these clients.
• The position will most likely be 70% account management, 30% expansion.
• This role suits someone who is a highly experienced account manager within the sector who loves long-term relationship building and driving new business growth within the enterprise sector.

What Are We Looking For:

• Experienced account manager who has sold into either enterprise or government accounts.
• Telecommunications or managed services industry background a must
• Experienced with driving new business within existing accounts (driving expansion).
• Proven track record of success in driving renewals and maintaining existing revenue.

APPLY NOW!

• Senior Product Analyst
• 12 months fixed term role
• Adelaide Based Position

The role is responsible to overseeing the development and delivery of products to market to enhance experiences, drive an optimised product portfolio and deliver on strategic objectives. This role will work with several internal stakeholders to focus on executing key initiatives to support increased market share, revenue growth, member advocacy and loyalty.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborating with the broader product team on the development, design, refinement of existing products and delivery into market of an optimised product portfolio that achieves revenue targets. This includes the identification and assessment of competitive products that are successfully launched to market that deliver a compelling value proposition.
• Ensuring products are managed in a manner consistent with the organisation’s risk appetite and proactively managing risks and issues and preparation of submissions for consideration by pricing, executive and other internal committees with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ensuring effective systems, processes and controls are in place for the production of product materials and sales practices are compliant with applicable laws, industry codes of practice, best practice guidelines and internal policies.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams and representing the Product team to drive the successful execution of strategic and business unit initiatives, ensuring alignment with the overall goals and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Championing a member-centric approach and considering the ‘end user’ or member in decision making to minimise complexity, add value and remove points of friction.
• Providing exceptional support and service to internal stakeholders and key third-party providers.
• Managing the Product Lifecycle Framework and delivering products aligned to this with a focus on opportunities to enhance and improve internal processes and governance.

Qualifications:

• Experience in Product development and delivery across a product suite within a financial institution or similarly regulated entity.
• Deep understanding of banking laws and regulations.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail with particular attention to financial metrics.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills with experience in writing submissions to pricing committees, executive committees or, similar.
• Highly developed verbal reasoning skills with the ability to connect complex inter-related ideas to assist in solving a complex problem.
• Strong strategic mindset and curiosity.
• The ability to solve complex business problems and find optimal solutions.
• Project management / program management and change management experience.
• Self-motivated and self-directed with high levels of personal accountability and proactivity to deliver outcomes and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to achieve positive change.
• Microsoft Office proficiency with intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills including data analysis and strong financial numeracy.
• High level of energy and enthusiasm, with a passion for excellence.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships across all internal and external stakeholders with a proactive and results focused attitude and behaviour.

Apply now or reach out to Ivan Aureus at 0480 806 152 for a chat.

Payroll Analytics Consultant

Location: Adelaide

Duration: Initial 6-month contract; potential to extend

Department: People & Culture

The Role

This role is focused on making sure payroll processes are accurate, compliant, and working as they should. You’ll use data to identify issues, spot trends, and support improvements across payroll systems and governance.

It’s a mix of analytics, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement, it is ideal for someone who enjoys digging into data but also enjoys the P & C side of work.

• Analyse payroll data to identify errors, trends, and potential risks
• Translate data into clear insights to support compliance and decision-making
• Support payroll reviews and remediation activities where issues are identified
• Contribute to strengthening payroll governance frameworks and processes
• Work closely with teams across HR, employee relations, and systems
• Provide input into payroll methodologies and raise risks or concerns where needed

About You

• Experience working with payroll data, ideally in a complex environment
• Strong understanding of employment legislation, awards, or enterprise agreements
• Confident analysing data and explaining findings in a clear, practical way
• Comfortable working with ambiguity and managing competing priorities
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to influence outcomes
• Experience with payroll or HR systems is highly regarded

Why This Role

• High-impact work with direct influence on compliance and employee outcomes
• Opportunity to apply both technical and advisory skills
• Exposure to complex payroll environments and governance uplift initiatives

If you are interested, feel free to give Ella a call at 0480 804 548 or apply below!

• Cyber Security Analyst
• 24 months fixed term role
• Adelaide Based Position

The Cyber Security Analyst is responsible for providing proactive, operational and reactive support and guidance to the IT Staff and staff in all of the organisation’s Information Technology (IT) environments ensuring systems and hardware operate in a secure manner that meets the organisation’s needs.

As part of the Cyber Security Team, you will be responsible for operational expertise and orchestration across a wide range of cybersecurity solutions. This includes implementation, operations, maintenance and monitoring of key security services to provide the best insight, protection and value for the organisation and will also develop and recommend operational tactics and alignment with the cyber security initiatives and strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Cyber Security Manager in implementing Cyber Security Strategy.
• Ensure cyber security threats are actively monitored and managed.
• Liaise with the various Business Unit stakeholders, MSSP, and cybersecurity vendors, with regards to provision and maintenance of operational and monitoring tools.
• Review information security alerts and perform security event analysis across multiple source systems and various log formats.
• Assist in the management of information security incidents, including investigation, reporting and recommendations for improvement of controls.
• Administer the corporate security tools, including the EDR/antivirus solution,, identifying potential threats and conducting risk assessments as to their likely impact.
• Engage with IT staff in their day-to-day activities and provide assistance from a cyber security perspective.
• Perform regular compliance controls testing across multiple systems and network solutions.
• Oversee the security training and awareness programmes.
• Develop and maintain various levels of documentation of cybersecurity operations including but not limited to executive reports, summaries, memos, runbooks, policies, plans, and procedures.
• Implement all changes in line with change management framework.
• Identify opportunities to improve the design, resilience or capabilities of IT systems.
• Participate in knowledge sharing to ensure key information is available and accessible to all, in line with
• Knowledge Management Framework and relevant processes.
• Assist in structured threat modelling activities for applications, infrastructure and business processes, by identifying potential threat scenarios and attack paths. Contributing to documented outcomes and remediation.
• Perform control gap assessments against the relevant frames works, identifying gaps, residual risk and control effectiveness

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in information security.
• Experience in cyber security in an operational technology environment.
• Demonstrated operational expertise: Vulnerability management; Endpoint Detection and Response; Logging and Monitoring (SIEM, User Behaviour Analytics); Windows client, server and hyper-visor operating systems; Cloud architecture (security controls and configurations)
• Exposure to industry standard security frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ACSC E8, APRA CPS234, ISO, PCI DSS).
• A good working knowledge of Internet and network security systems and tools including firewalls (IDS/IPS), load balancers, WAFs, IDP, PKI, endpoint security and remote access systems.
• Experience with Microsoft and Linux Operating Systems.
• A good understanding of security incident response processes.
• Good working knowledge of current IT risks and experience implementing security solutions.
• Experience in developing and monitoring effective cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Experience in conducting and completing third-party security assessments.
• Ability to learn and adapt to a constantly changing technology and threat landscape.
• A track record in analysing complex technical situations and articulating technical security issues and associated risks in business language.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level communication and interpersonal skills.
• Scripting and automation (API, powershell and/or python).

Apply now or reach out to Ivan Aureus at 0480 806 152.

Our client is an ASX listed national services provider delivering critical infrastructure and technology operations across essential industries.

They are seeking a Business Analyst with a background in Infrastructure for an initial 6-month contract (possible extension) to support an Infrastructure team delivering a security uplift in a Microsoft/EUC environment.

This is a hands on BA role for someone who can roll up their sleeves, jump straight in, and drive requirements and delivery across infrastructure controls and remediation activity.

ROLE DETAILS
Contract: 6 months + possible extension
Location: Melbourne CBD (hybrid 2/3 split)
Eligibility: Australian Citizen (mandatory)

ABOUT THE ROLE
You’ll work closely with infrastructure and security stakeholders to progress Essential Eight uplift activities, including coordinating and tracking delivery of controls, supporting remediation, and improving the security posture across the environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Gather and document requirements for infrastructure/security uplift initiatives (Essential Eight)
• Support the uplift of applications into a Single Sign-On (SSO) model, including requirements, dependencies, stakeholder coordination and rollout support
• Coordinate delivery of security controls and tooling outcomes (e.g., CrowdStrike, Splunk) and track progress across multiple controls
• Support remediation activities across the Microsoft/EUC environment and workstreams
• Produce BA artefacts (requirements, user stories, process maps, acceptance criteria) and support delivery through to implementation
• Manage stakeholders, unblock delivery, and keep work moving in a fast-paced environment

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Business Analyst experience in technical/infrastructure delivery environments
• Strong EUC experience (preferred) and Microsoft ecosystem exposure
• Experience working on a security uplift program (Essential Eight highly regarded)
• Comfortable working with technical teams and security tooling/controls
• Practical delivery mindset. Someone who can jump in quickly and add value immediately.

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The Opportunity

We’re seeking a Senior Cloud Specialist to join a specialist Cloud Services team responsible for managing enterprise-scale ICT environments across data centres, networks, and private cloud platforms.

You’ll play a key role in designing, supporting and optimising cloud infrastructure while working on modernisation initiatives and emerging technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert system administration and cloud support across enterprise environments
• Design, deploy and manage virtualised infrastructure (VMware/Broadcom stack)
• Identify and implement improvements, automation and risk mitigation strategies
• Support customer onboarding, solution design and cloud cost modelling
• Contribute to tenders, proposals and technical solution presentations
• Collaborate with stakeholders across government and internal teams

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with VMware/Broadcom platforms (vSphere, NSX-T, vCloud Director, Aria Suite)
• Proven background in private cloud / on-prem cloud environments
• Experience with automation, scripting & DevOps practices
• Solid understanding of networking, infrastructure & virtualisation
• Exposure to HPE / OneView and SAN environments highly regarded
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

About the Team

You’ll be part of a collaborative Cloud Services team delivering secure, scalable and reliable ICT services across Queensland Government. The team operates in a multi-tenant, enterprise environment supporting diverse customers and complex infrastructure.

Why Apply?

• High-value $102/hr contract (incl. super)
• 12 month contract possibility for extension
• Work on large-scale, enterprise cloud environments
• Flexible and supportive team culture
• Opportunity to contribute to state-wide digital transformation initiatives

If you’re interested in finding out more about this position apply now or reach out to ray.stewart@talentinternational.com

Identity & Access Management Engineer (IGA)

Join one of the world’s leading music companies – home to some of the most iconic artists, labels and creative teams on the planet – as they continue to expand their Tech Security & Identity function in Sydney CBD.

Talent International is partnering with this global organisation to support the growth of their Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) capability.

This is a hands-on IAM engineering role focused on building and operating identity governance solutions across a large enterprise environment. You’ll work closely with security, HR, infrastructure and application teams to manage digital identities, access provisioning and governance controls at scale.

The role offers a salary of up to $135,000 + super and operates on a hybrid model with 3 days onsite in the Sydney CBD office.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineer and support Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) capabilities
• Integrate enterprise applications into the Saviynt platform
• Build and maintain identity lifecycle workflows (joiner, mover, leaver)
• Support access governance processes including certifications and access reviews
• Work with HR and application teams on onboarding and access workflows
• Troubleshoot complex identity and access issues escalated from Tech Ops
• Contribute to automation and integrations through REST APIs and scripting

Required Skills & Experience

• ~5+ years’ experience in Identity & Access Management or Security Engineering
• Hands-on experience with IGA platforms (Saviynt preferred)
• Experience integrating applications using REST APIs
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory and Azure / Entra ID
• Experience working in enterprise IAM environments
• Strong troubleshooting, communication and stakeholder collaboration skills

Nice to have

• PowerShell scripting
• Exchange / email administration exposure
• ITIL-based environment experience

Team & Structure

• Global Identity Governance team across Nashville, London and Sydney
• Reporting into the Director of Identity Governance, within the Tech Security & Identity organisation
• Tech Ops supports Level 1 / 2 operational issues, with this role focused on Level 3 engineering

Technology Environment

• Saviynt – core identity governance platform
• Workday – identity lifecycle and onboarding
• Active Directory & Azure / Entra ID
• Exchange / email environments
• REST API integrations across 500+ enterprise applications

Why Join?

• Work with a globally recognised music organisation
• Join a growing global IAM programme
• Opportunity to influence identity governance and integrations
• Collaborative team across US, Europe and APAC

To Apply

If this sounds like your next step, or you’d like a confidential discussion, please apply now.

HSE:

• Actively participating in maintaining the desired Covalent health and safety culture.
• Undertaking all work in a safe and efficient manner, in accordance with statutory requirements and Covalent policies & procedures.
• Complying with all health and safety, environmental and regulatory policies relating to the drilling program and ensuring a safe working environment.
• Ensuring all health, safety and environmental incidents are reported.

Technical:

• Organise and undertake site preparation as directed, marking out and sampling of the drilling program (RC holes);
• Completing accurate recording of samples and sample sheets;
• Collecting and transporting drill samples from drill sites to core yard & laboratory as required;
• Assisting in the management of sample storage in the core yard;
• Maintaining all grade control consumables in a proper condition and adequate quantities to ensure smooth continuous drilling operation.
• Recording and dispatching samples from grade control programs to the designated laboratory.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant qualifications / certifications in field assistance work;
• 3-5 years’ experience with demonstrated field assistance work on a drill rig (RC preferred);
• Current WA Drivers license;
• Forklift license (desirable)

If you match the selection criteria and are interested in finding out more about the position, please forward your updated CV to Alice Tan by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button.

For further enquires please call / email Alice on 0490 888 231 / alice.tan@talentinternational.com

Our client:

Our client is a large, government-backed organisation delivering a major Defence modernisation program. They are focused on building secure, integrated ICT systems that support critical operations.

The role:

This is a hands-on Technical Support role working across mission-critical ICT systems in a highly secure environment. You’ll be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and improving complex infrastructure, ensuring systems remain operational in both standard and constrained conditions.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide advanced support for mission-critical IT systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Maintain and upgrade systems in line with security protocols
• Support messaging infrastructure across distributed environments
• Manage user access and system configurations
• Develop SOPs, build guides and technical documentation
• Implement contingency solutions in constrained (DDIL) environments
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors
• Support deployments, hardware builds and training activities
• Participate in on-call rotation for high priority incidents

Skills and experience:

• Strong experience with Microsoft Exchange, Active Directory and Skype
• Experience with Citrix, virtualisation and infrastructure support
• Ability to troubleshoot complex enterprise environments
• Experience in secure or highly regulated environments
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience with VoIP, XMPP or legacy systems (e.g. Lotus Domino) beneficial
• Exposure to Cisco, Fortinet or similar networking tools advantageous

Benefits and additional information:

• Up to $850 per day incl. super
• Contract to 30 June + 12-month extension
• Canberra or Sydney location
• Standard business hours + on-call rotation
• Work on a high-profile Defence program
• NV2 clearance required (NV1/Baseline considered)

How to apply:

If you’re interested in working on a high-impact Defence program, please apply now or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.