Early Careers & Pathways Advisor

Full job description
Compass Group is a world leader in catering and support services, employing over 600,000 people across 45 countries. Serving 5.5 billion meals annually to 55,000 clients, we were ranked number one in our industry on Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list in 2020.

At Compass Group Australia (CGA), we do more than serve meals and provide support— we create meaningful experiences that enrich everyday life. From mining camps to hospitals, school canteens to stadiums, we deliver hospitality, facilities management, cleaning, security and more — keeping communities nourished, workplaces running, and environments safe and welcoming.

Want to see us in action? Check out our YouTube Shorts HERE for a behind-the-scenes look at the incredible work some of our teams do across Australia.


The Position

We are seeking a passionate and strategic Early Careers & Pathways Advisor to drive the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of early talent programs including Graduate Programs, Apprenticeships, Traineeships, and other similar learning pathways.

This is a collaborative and hands-on role, engaging with internal and external stakeholders across the business to ensure programs are operationally effective, compliant, and aligned with CGA's broader workforce strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver a range of early career programs aligned to business needs
Build strong partnerships with education and training providers
Drive attraction campaigns and connect into internal mobility pathways
Ensure program compliance, onboarding, and seamless handover to operations
Monitor program success through data, reporting, and continuous improvement

About You

To apply for this position, you must be someone who thrives in collaborative environments and who brings energy, curiosity, and purpose to your work. You’re a natural connector — someone who can build relationships, solve problems creatively, and deliver initiatives that make a measurable impact.

You're confident designing and scaling early talent programs, and you understand what it takes to bring diverse stakeholders on the journey. Your approach is strategic yet practical, with strong facilitation and communication skills that drive meaningful outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

Proven experience in designing or delivering Graduate, Traineeship, Apprenticeship, or similar learning and development programs
Strong stakeholder engagement skills
A passion for creating inclusive career pathways and driving long-term talent development
The ability to think creatively, execute effectively, and adapt in a fast-paced, people-first environments

The Benefits

CGA offers a wide range of valuable benefits. Our team members enjoy access to comprehensive learning and development programs, a variety of employee recognition initiatives, and exclusive company discounts. You can learn more about what we offer HERE

This role is based at our Cannon Hill office, with the flexibility to work from home two days per week after your initial training period (increasing to three days post-probation).

We offer a competitive base salary plus superannuation, along with eligibility for our annual incentive bonus scheme from the start of CGA’s new financial year. As a general guide, we are considering candidates within a base salary range of $80,000–$90,000.


To Apply

If this role sounds like you, please submit a copy of your resume by clicking the 'Apply' button and answering the Application form that follows. This role is available for an immediate start, and interviews will begin as soon as suitable applications are received.

If you’re ready to make an impact and be part of a global leader that fuels innovation, supports communities, and powers possibility across industries — we’d love to hear from you!

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