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Recruiting Officer

Sydney Swans

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  • South Melbourne Victoria Australia
  • Full Time
28 Sep 2025
Applications 0

Description

WHY CHOOSE THE SWANS?

  • Admired Australian sporting team
  • Inclusive and flexible work environment
  • Employee perks and benefits
  • Work in a new state-of-the-art facility

Our club was born 151 years ago from hard work, grit and a relentless drive for success. We are rich in history and ambitious about the future. Together we share the journey and celebrate the wins. We are proud to be one of the leading football clubs, both on and off the field, in Australia.

When choosing a career with the Sydney Swans, you will join a team that stands up in the big moments. A team that is respectful, disciplined, and courageous. And one that has conviction. You will be part of something bigger.

We are committed to creating a supportive environment in which people feel connected to our football club and to each other. Therefore, we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

THE PERKS  

  • Wellbeing programs to support healthy mind and body including access to gym facilities
  • Special offers and discounts through our Corporate Partners
  • Professional development support tailored to your goals
  • Club memberships to enjoy games with your friends and family

THE OPPORTUNITY

Based in our traditional home in South Melbourne, the Recruiting Officer will play a key role in our AFL Player Recruitment & List Management Team to:

  • Assist in the identification of talent across the talent pathways
  • Maximize the value of each draft selection utilising live viewings, vision, information gathering and data analysis
  • Evaluate and drive innovation through our talent assessment processes

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

  • Extensive experience in list management and talent identification with a strong understanding of the AFL Talent Pathway and recruitment process
  • Tertiary qualification in data analytics and/or performance analysis desirable
  • Advanced data analysis skills and extensive experience coding vision using Sportscode
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills and demonstrated ability to work well within a team
  • Strong work ethic and personal drive to succeed, continuously grow and improve
  • Demonstrated ability to work well within a team environment
  • Working with Children Check and ongoing participation in any Safeguarding Children education requirements as directed by the Club

Due to the nature of the industry, the ideal candidate must be flexible in their availability as extended hours and weekend work will be required for this role.

Application Instruction

To be considered for this role please submit a one-page cover letter that addresses:

  • Why you are the ideal person for the role
  • Why you want to join our team

Send the cover letter along with a copy of your CV to - hr@sydneyswans.com.au  

Applications should be a maximum of four pages, including cover letter, and less than 5MB in size.

Applications close 28 September 2025

As we expect a high level of interest in the role, only those applicants short listed will be contacted.

The Sydney Swans do not accept applications from recruitment agencies.

Sydney Swans Limited is an equal opportunity employer.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia.

The Sydney Swans are committed to providing a safe environment for children and young people. All staff must hold (or be willing to obtain) a Working with Children Check as part of their employment with us and participate in ongoing Safeguarding Children education requirements as directed by the Club

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