Established in 1915, Haigh’s Chocolates is the oldest family-owned chocolate maker in Australia. Run by fourth generation Haigh’s family, we employ over 950 people across 22 retail stores currently located in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, as well as online, plus two factories and head office. Using only the finest and freshest ingredients, Haigh’s prides itself on being a chocolate ‘bean to bar’ specialist, committed to the art of premium chocolate making. Haigh’s roast their own cocoa beans, ethically sourced from plantations around the world, to create a unique blend of premium milk and dark chocolate.  Through meticulous artisan skills that include handmade chocolate creation and finishing, combined with advanced manufacturing equipment and techniques, Haigh’s creates exquisite chocolates that look and taste delicious.

Following some exciting internal moves within our People & Culture Team, we’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to help us attract, engage and onboard the wonderful people who make Haigh’s so special.

Based at our Parkside Head Office, this 12-month contract is your chance to play a key role in shaping the future of our workforce. Reporting to the People & Culture Business Partner, you’ll lead the full recruitment lifecycle across all areas of Haigh’s, from manufacturing to retail and everything in between. You’ll build strong talent pipelines, deliver standout candidate experiences and help bring our employer brand to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment across Customer Experience, Supply Chain and Support Functions.
• Drive high-volume campaigns during our busiest (and most exciting!) times, Christmas and Easter.
• Source, attract and engage great people while building strong pipelines for future needs.
• Partner with hiring managers on recruitment strategy and market insights.
• Plan, host and attend recruitment events and industry expos to connect with top talent.
• Manage recruitment budgets and monitor spend.
• Deliver a smooth, engaging and positive experience for every candidate and new team member.
• Keep recruitment data up to date and report on key metrics.
• Continuously look for ways to improve how we recruit - faster, smarter and more creatively.
• Collaborate across teams to showcase Haigh’s culture, values and employee value proposition.

About You

• Experienced in managing end-to-end recruitment across multiple functions (internal recruitment highly regarded).
• A trusted partner who builds great relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders.
• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail.
• Passionate about creating exceptional candidate experiences and championing our employer brand.
• Strong communicator with a problem-solving mindset.
• Experience within FMCG, retail or manufacturing environments is highly regarded.
• Bonus points if you’ve supported recruitment for new store or site openings.
• A relevant degree or qualification is a plus.

Tools you’ll use

You’ll work with Scout Talent (ATS), Dayforce (HRIS) and Referoo (pre-employment checking system), as well as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook) and recruitment platforms like Seek and LinkedIn.

Join a proudly Australian, family-owned company with over 110 years of chocolate-making magic. You’ll be part of a warm, values-driven culture with a focus on wellbeing, growth and development, and yes, you’ll get to enjoy plenty of chocolate along the way! Enjoy flexibility across multiple work locations Head Office, Salisbury South Complex and from home as well as opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact every day.

Inclusion matters at Haigh’s. We believe that valuing differences in backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and experiences helps create a workplace free from bias and prejudice. We’re committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and beyond, to ensure a barrier-free and supportive experience for all.

Sweeten your career and apply today!