Deputy Director, TA Lead

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Lead, Deputy Director

Role Overview

This is a group-level leadership role driving Talent Acquisition for centralised recruitment across NHG Health’s cluster of institutions. Leading a team of recruiters across Medical, Nursing, Allied Health and Pharmacy, you will shape how NHG attracts, engages and hires talent at scale.

You will operate in a complex, fast-moving healthcare environment, requiring strong stakeholder management across institutions, a sharp grasp of data and reporting, and the ability to elevate NHG’s employer brand. It’s a challenging role but a deeply meaningful one with direct impact on healthcare outcomes and communities.

What You’ll Do

1. Shape Talent Strategy & Pipelines

• Lead end-to-end Talent Acquisition strategy and delivery across the cluster (local, overseas and campus hiring).
• Partner closely with the Director, Strategic Clinical Manpower Office (SCMO) to align hiring with evolving workforce needs.

• Build sustainable clinical talent pipelines via sponsorships, direct sourcing, global outreach, and key overseas networks (e.g. SMSUK, SMSANZ).

1. Elevate Employer Brand & Outreach

• Lead NHG’s employer branding and outreach strategy to position it as a leading Public Healthcare Institution.
• Drive engagement through campus outreach, career events, digital campaigns and professional networks.
• Develop compelling recruitment campaigns, content and experiences that attract top local and global talent.

1. Transform Processes, Systems & Experience

• Drive process excellence and standardisation across the cluster for greater efficiency and consistency.
• Partner stakeholders across the organisation to enhance:
• Applicant Tracking System (ATS) capabilities
• Candidate experience across the hiring journey
• Adoption of digital tools and AI to modernise Talent Acquisition
• Oversee agency strategy and optimise recruitment channels for impact.

1. Leverage Data to Drive Impact

• Define and track Key Result Area (KRA) metrics for Talent Acquisition within SCMO.
• Lead cluster-level reporting and analytics, translating data into actionable insights.
• Optimise hiring outcomes through strong budget management, performance tracking and continuous improvement.

1. Lead & Influence

• Lead, coach and inspire a team of recruiters across clinical domains.
• Build strong partnerships with stakeholders across institutions to align priorities and deliver results.
• Champion a culture of innovation, performance and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) in hiring.

What We’re Looking For

• 8–10 years of Talent Acquisition experience, with proven leadership track record.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills in complex environments.
• Comfortable with data, reporting and analytics at scale.
• Passion for building employer brand, improving processes and driving outcomes.
• Able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced organisation while managing multiple priorities.