Employment Consultant
- Full-time
- Site Address: Suite 204, 140 Redfern Street, REDFERN, NSW, 2016
- Job Function Group: Employment Services
- Job Function: Inclusive Employment Australia
- Employment Type: Full Time or Part Time
Job Description
Create opportunities. Change lives. Build a career that matters.
If you’re driven, confident, and passionate about helping people with disability break barriers and find meaningful employment, this is your chance to make a real impact in the heart of Redfern, NSW.
This role is perfect for someone who loves connecting with people, thrives on achieving outcomes, and isn’t afraid to pick up the phone, walk into a business, or advocate fiercely for someone who deserves a chance.
Who We Are
APM is a global human services organisation supporting people of all abilities to live fulfilling, independent lives. With a team of over 16,000 across 11 countries, we create real change through employment, health, and community services.
Join our Redfern NSW team and grow your career with endless opportunities across our global network.
About the Role
This is a high‑energy, people‑focused role blending coaching, sales, community engagement and administration. Every day, you’ll help participants overcome barriers, build confidence, and secure sustainable employment.
You will:
Support participants with disability, injury or long‑term unemployment to become job‑ready
Actively market candidates to employers and uncover job opportunities
Build strong relationships with local Redfern and inner‑Sydney businesses
Coach participants through resumes, interviews, job search and training pathways
Advocate for inclusive hiring and negotiate employment opportunities
Drive employment outcomes through proactive engagement and business development
Success in this role comes from your ability to balance people support with outcome delivery and employer engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Build participant relationships to understand goals and prepare them for work
Coach job seekers to be competitive and confident
Create resumes and interview prep that set participants up for success
Generate new job opportunities through cold calls, employer visits and networking
Pitch candidates to employers with confidence and clarity
Negotiate job trials and wage subsidies to secure placements
Maintain employer relationships for repeat business
Achieve KPI targets across placements and engagement
Manage compliance and documentation in line with program standards
Celebrate wins to build participant motivation
What Success Looks Like
Strong, sustainable employment outcomes
A growing network of engaged Redfern & Sydney employers
Consistent achievement of KPIs
Participants who feel supported, confident and empowered
About You
You are:
A confident communicator who builds rapport quickly
Experienced in sales, recruitment, business development, customer service or community services
Motivated by targets and outcomes
Resilient, organised and able to juggle multiple priorities
Passionate about helping people overcome barriers and succeed
If you love connecting with people and creating opportunities, you’ll thrive here.
Why You’ll Love It
This isn’t a typical office job — you’ll be out in the community, building relationships and creating real change.
Competitive base salary + performance incentives
Ongoing training and career development
Supportive, inclusive team culture
Recognition events and milestone celebrations
Employee Assistance Program
Purchased annual leave options
Paid parental leave
Funded Certificate IV in Community Services or Mental Health Peer Support (eligibility applies)
Service recognition programs
APM Family Hub
Vehicle salary packaging through Maxxia
What You Need
Eligibility to work in Australia
Current driver’s licence + comprehensively insured vehicle
MyGovID (Standard level)
Willingness to complete a National Police Check
Ability to pass a Working With Children Check
Full‑time availability Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm
Ready to make a difference in Redfern?
If you want a role where you can inspire, empower and create lasting impact, we want to hear from you.
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