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Principal Recruiter

Xtrava Group • Australia
30+ days ago
Job description

Principal Recruitment Consultant

Location : Melbourne

Compensation : Attractive Base + Commission Scheme

About Xtrava Group

Xtrava Group is a trusted leadership talent specialist operating across the global mining, materials, OEM, and industrial technology sectors. Founded with a vision to bring transparency, process, and care to executive search, we’ve built a reputation as a partner of choice for companies seeking exceptional leaders.

Our partners have successfully delivered leadership appointments across 40+ countries, supporting Tier‑1 operators, mid‑tiers, and emerging innovators shaping the future of resource and industrial supply chains.

We are also proud to give back through the Giving Back Initiative, donating to a charity chosen by both the client and candidate after every successful hire.

Why Join Us

  • Global Reach : Deliver retained assignments across Australia, North & South America, EMEA, and Asia.
  • Impact : Play a pivotal role in shaping leadership teams in mining, industrial, OEM and technology sectors.
  • Partnership : Work alongside partners with 30+ years’ experience in global executive search.
  • Tech‑Enabled Search : Access to a comprehensive recruitment tech stack.
  • Marketing Support : Leverage professional proposal decks, capability statements, candidate packs and branded collateral.
  • Values in Action : Transparency, accountability and care are at the heart of how we work.
  • Positive Culture : We put people first with recognition, trust and wellbeing as part of our DNA.

The Role

As a Principal Recruitment Consultant you will be a trusted partner to some of the world’s most respected mining and industrial companies. This role requires someone who can open client relationships, understand their needs, tailor talent solutions and deliver consistently.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and deliver retained executive search assignments for leadership roles across global mining, materials and industrial clients, from site‑based operational leaders to corporate executives.
  • Partner closely with clients to understand their business strategy, culture and leadership needs, ensuring every assignment is delivered with accuracy, transparency and impact.
  • Drive research and market mapping activities, identifying and engaging high‑calibre candidates across multiple geographies using a systematic, data‑driven approach.
  • Lead structured interview and assessment processes, presenting clear, evidence‑based shortlists and insights that support informed hiring decisions.
  • Build and maintain long‑term partnerships with C‑suite and senior stakeholders, becoming a trusted advisor on leadership, structure and market trends.
  • Business development through relationship building, thought leadership and supporting proposals or client presentations that reflect our values and quality standards.
  • Play an active role in strategic growth, helping refine processes, contribute to global projects and enhance Xtrava Group’s reputation as a premium leadership search partner.
  • Attributes and Qualifications

  • Experienced in executive or technical recruitment, ideally within mining, resources, engineering or broader industrial sectors, with a track record of delivering senior‑level search assignments.
  • Commercially astute and curious, able to quickly understand complex business environments, organisational structures and leadership requirements.
  • Relationship‑driven and credible, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and building trust across multiple levels and regions.
  • Motivated by purpose, not just performance, with a genuine interest in helping clients build better teams and candidates find meaningful career opportunities.
  • Process‑oriented and detail‑focused, ensuring every stage of the search reflects transparency, professionalism and quality delivery.
  • Collaborative by nature, keen to share ideas, support colleagues and contribute to the continued growth of the business.
  • Open to international work, with flexibility and curiosity to engage with people, projects and clients across continents.
  • Aligned to our values of integrity, transparency, accountability and care, underpinning how we operate internally and externally.
  • Seniority Level

    Mid‑Senior level

    Employment Type

    Full‑time

    Job Function

    Sales, General Business and Marketing

    Industries

    Executive Search Services, Mining and Staffing and Recruiting

    Location

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

    Additional Information

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