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  • Will Artificial Intelligence replace automation experts?

    Will Artificial Intelligence replace...

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising the automation and software development landscape with advanced tools like GPT-4 now capable of generating code and offering solutions to intricate...

  • Long-Term Success vs Short-Term Cuts: Navigating Budget Constraints

    Long-Term Success vs Short-Term Cuts:...

    While the economy has made strong rebounds in growth following the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns, it would be best to assume that change is the new norm. With New Zealand’s market experiencing a...

  • Leading the way with Gaby Doebeli

    Leading the way with Gaby Doebeli

    While women continue to break barriers, redefine leadership, and drive innovation in tech, the journey to achieving gender equity remains a work in progress. In our latest instalment of Leading the...

  • Talent New Zealand takes home two award wins at SEEK SARA awards

    Talent New Zealand takes home two award wins...

    Talent New Zealand is celebrating two wins following the SEEK SARA awards. Awarded Large Recruitment Agency of the Year, Talent demonstrated to the judge’s dedication and pursuit of excellence...

  • DEI in Danger: How to champion DEI initiatives during tough times

    DEI in Danger: How to champion DEI...

    In today’s tough economic climate, many New Zealand businesses are facing hard choices about where to invest. Despite the downturn experienced in the last 12-18 months, our clients are telling us...

  • Talent takes home two award wins in Melbourne

    Talent takes home two award wins in Melbourne

    Talent is celebrating two award wins following the APSCo Awards for Excellence and the Australian Marketing Institute Marketing Excellence awards that happened in Melbourne mid-October. Taking home...

  • How to complete myTax: Tips for contractors

    How to complete myTax: Tips for contractors

    At Talent, we understand that tax season can feel overwhelming – especially for contractors. That’s why we’re sharing an informative video from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) that...

  • Mark Nielsen delivers keynote address at the 2024 LGBTIQ+ Leadership Summit

    Mark Nielsen delivers keynote address at the...

    Talent’s Global CEO, Mark Nielsen, was invited to speak at the 2024 LGBTIQ+ Leadership Summit in Sydney on September 19th. Hosted by The Leadership Institute, the two-day event aimed to foster...

  • What’s the go with the NSW tech hiring market?

    What’s the go with the NSW tech hiring...

    There’s no mistake, the tech hiring market in the last 12 months has had its fair share of challenges. With many businesses pushing the brakes on hiring, a lot of roles being made redundant, and...

  • The Benefits of Using an IT Employment Agency for Your Hiring Needs

    The Benefits of Using an IT Employment...

    Don’t Settle for Less: Elevate your Hiring Strategy with Talent as your IT Employment Agency of Choice When it comes to selecting the best tech talent to join your organisation, you need IT...

  • Leading the Way with Tahnee Arndt

    Leading the Way with Tahnee Arndt

    In this instalment of our Leading the Way series, we continue shining a light on women in the tech industry. Meet Tahnee Arndt, an IT project manager based in Brisbane. Tahnee has navigated an...

  • Contractor Feedback Survey 2024

    Contractor Feedback Survey 2024

    Our Talent Contractor Feedback Survey 2024 will launch in October. At Talent, our vision is to empower people to build a better world of work for all. That means providing the most rewarding and...

  • Why You Need a Specialist IT Recruiter for Your Next Hire

    Why You Need a Specialist IT Recruiter for...

    Streamlined success: The power of working with a specialist IT recruiter Choosing between a recruiter with general tech knowledge and a specific tech expert may seem straightforward, but it’s not...

  • Key IT roles for Professional Services businesses

    Key IT roles for Professional Services...

    Do you have the right Professional Services tech talent to lead the way? As the Professional Services industry continues to evolve, the need for professionals with specialised knowledge of emerging...

  • Leading the Way with Nadia Clarke

    Leading the Way with Nadia Clarke

    Empowering Excellence: Celebrating Black Female Leadership in a Male-Dominated Industry In this installment of our Leading the Way series, we speak to Talent’s own Finance Manager, Nadia Clarke....

  • The impact of digital transformation on the financial services sector

    The impact of digital transformation on the...

    Digital transformation is shaping every sector – from Education to Finance, every industry is being influenced by emerging technologies. So, what role does digital transformation play in financial...

  • What you need to know about Australia’s project hiring landscape

    What you need to know about Australia’s...

    What’s the latest in Australia’s project services hiring market? From investment in digital transformation projects through to the demand for top talent, we look into the latest trends when it...

  • The 6 latest trends in the project management recruitment market in ANZ

    The 6 latest trends in the project...

    Ready to build a successful project team? Before embarking on your search for top talent, here’s what you should know about the hiring market. Hint: the project recruitment landscape is complex and...

  • Industry insights: What’s new in the digital projects recruitment market?

    Industry insights: What’s new in the...

    What does the digital project landscape look like across industries and how is this impacting demand for candidates? From Finance to FMCG, we look into the latest digital project areas companies are...

  • The latest project services hiring market trends in New Zealand 2024

    The latest project services hiring market...

    The project services hiring market is shifting in New Zealand. So, what’s the latest when it comes to the projects companies across Aotearoa are investing in, and what impact does this have on...

  • Want to hire a project data analyst in Australia? Here’s what you should know

    Want to hire a project data analyst in...

    Data is everything, and when it comes to projects, knowing how to harness it is essential. With data increasingly transforming the project space, project teams need the right people on board who can...

  • Total Talent Acquisition: How Yahoo revolutionised their hiring strategy

    Total Talent Acquisition: How Yahoo...

    In the rapidly evolving world of enterprise hiring, the topic of contingent workforce often flies under the radar. Traditionally, companies have treated permanent and contingent workforces as...

  • It’s time to ENGAGE

    It’s time to ENGAGE

    For over 25 years we’ve been revolutionising the contractor experience, and in 2014 we took it one step further with a brand-new tool for our contractors and clients – ENGAGE. ENGAGE offers a new...

  • How to hire a project manager who will lead your project to success

    How to hire a project manager who will lead...

    The right project manager can make all the difference between a project that makes it to the finish line and one that doesn’t. If you’re looking to hire a project manager to lead your project and...

  • Leading the way with Jasmin Herro

    Leading the way with Jasmin Herro

    Welcome to a special instalment of our Leading The Way series, where we speak with Torres Strait Islander businesswoman, Jasmin Herro. As the founder and CEO of several organisations such as...

  • The benefits of using tech recruitment agencies

    The benefits of using tech recruitment...

    Sourcing top talent in tech, transformation and beyond, is no easy feat. From making your role attractive in market, through to placing job ads and sifting through hundreds of resumes, it’s a...

  • How we’re driving inclusive hiring in Aotearoa

    How we’re driving inclusive hiring in...

    In many workplaces, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) are often just treated as buzzwords. But we think it’s time for a little less conversation and a little more action. Here at Talent, our...

  • How will the federal budget impact the tech hiring market?

    How will the federal budget impact the tech...

    On Tuesday evening, Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the 24/25 Federal budget as the Labor Government are well into their term of leadership. Chalmers warned weeks earlier that the national economy...

  • How to build a world-class project team

    How to build a world-class project team

    Did you know that 70% of projects fail? If you’re about to embark on a project, you need the right people leading the way. They can make all the difference between your project being part of this...

  • Land your dream tech job in 2024: Tips for success

    Land your dream tech job in 2024: Tips for...

    As the hiring market shifts and the scales of power continue to tip between employers and candidates, it’s important to remain on your A-game as a jobseeker. If you want to get ahead in the current...

  • What matters most to jobseekers in 2024?

    What matters most to jobseekers in 2024?

    What are jobseekers’ deal-makers and deal-breakers when it comes to work? We’ve dived into the numbers to uncover what you should offer to not only attract but also retain the best. Let’s get...

  • Leading the way with Jennifer Jarvis

    Leading the way with Jennifer Jarvis

    In this instalment of Leading the way, we hand the mic over to our female-identifying contractors, giving them the stage to discuss the challenges and triumphs they face within the tech industry. As...

  • What’s age got to do with it? Jobseeker expectations across generations

    What’s age got to do with it? Jobseeker...

    With different generations currently in the workforce, it’s not just age that sets these groups apart. Beyond salary, what does each group expect from their employer? From Gen Z to Boomers, we dive...

  • Grow your team this year: How to attract top tech talent

    Grow your team this year: How to attract top...

    How can you attract the best in tech, transformation and beyond? In 2024, the hiring market is shifting. With more and more candidates on the market as a result of company cost cuts and layoffs,...

  • From cost centre to business driver: How to demonstrate the business impact of Talent Acquisition

    From cost centre to business driver: How to...

    Do you ever feel like your talent acquisition efforts are trapped in a perpetual cycle of justifying expenses rather than driving real business impact? As a leader in Talent Acquisition, navigating...

  • Tapping into talent rivers: Navigating enterprise hiring challenges with ease

    Tapping into talent rivers: Navigating...

    Achieving mastery in this concept requires alignment across several fronts: your TA team, your business leaders, your processes, your technology stack, and your employer brand. When all these...

  • Mastering the Art of ATS: Navigating enterprise hiring challenges with ease

    Mastering the Art of ATS: Navigating...

    In the fast-paced world of hiring, the adoption of an Applicant Tracking System, ATS, can make or break the recruitment process. As we navigate through the biggest challenges of hiring in our Beyond...

  • Increase in reported recruitment-based scams

    Increase in reported recruitment-based scams

    At Talent, the safety and well-being of our clients, contractors, and candidates are our top priorities. There has recently been an increase in reported scams across the recruitment sector with...

  • The top 10 highest paying tech roles in NZ in 2024

    The top 10 highest paying tech roles in NZ...

    Which tech roles dominate the list when it comes to New Zealand’s highest paying jobs in 2024? From BI Architects through to Cybersecurity Managers, we look into the top 10 highest paying positions...

  • Leading the way with Lynn Koo

    Leading the way with Lynn Koo

    Welcome to a special instalment of Leading the way, where we spotlight our female-identifying contractors and pull back the curtain on the interesting and diverse work they do in the tech industry....

  • The top 10 highest paying tech jobs in Australia for 2024

    The top 10 highest paying tech jobs in...

    In 2024, we’re seeing the immense salary growth of the past few years start to plateau and salaries begin to stabilise. However, with skills in data, AI, and cybersecurity remaining in high demand,...

  • The top 10 highest paying tech roles in the US for 2024

    The top 10 highest paying tech roles in the...

    In 2024, the US tech hiring market remains in a strong position, with an abundance of opportunities on offer. Salaries remain high as candidates have a wide range of choices available to them and...

  • The future is here: Leveraging generative AI at Talent

    The future is here: Leveraging generative AI...

    In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the role of AI in shaping the future of business cannot be overstated. At Talent, we firmly believe that success lies in embracing transformative...

  • Hiring – where to start(up)?

    Hiring – where to start(up)?

    When it comes to startups, you are who you hire. But getting hiring right can be incredibly challenging, especially if you’re a founder who has to wear many hats. While navigating the hiring...

  • What you should know about permanent and contract hiring

    What you should know about permanent and...

    What’s the latest when it comes to the permanent and contract hiring markets across Australia and New Zealand? With a slowing market as a result of an economic downturn, the hiring landscape is...

  • Tech talent in financial services: Best practices for hiring smarter

    Tech talent in financial services: Best...

    It’s time to work smarter, not harder, when it comes to hiring top tech talent in financial services. If you’re looking to cash in on top candidates in this industry, there are a few things you...

  • How to build a successful digital transformation team

    How to build a successful digital...

    Digital transformation is taking over and is key to business growth. If you’re about to embark on a digital transformation project – be it cloud migration, updating legacy systems, integrating...

  • Top 5 US tech skills in 2024

    Top 5 US tech skills in 2024

    As the US market landscape continues to evolve, one thing remains the same: the need for experts with niche tech skills. If you’re looking to put your best foot forward to employers this year, it...

  • Employment trends in Australia and New Zealand 2024

    Employment trends in Australia and New...

    Are you looking to hire in 2024? Here’s all you need to know to navigate the complex employment landscape across Australia and New Zealand. Our recruitment experts share their insights and...

  • The 5 most in-demand tech skills of 2024

    The 5 most in-demand tech skills of 2024

    In a cooling market, one thing has remained hot: demand for candidates with hard-to-find skillsets. If you’re looking to put your best foot forward with employers this year, it may be time to...

  • Partnering with SmartRecruiters for Hiring Success

    Partnering with SmartRecruiters for Hiring...

    Talent Acquisition is a tough gig. In today’s competitive job market, organisations face countless challenges when it comes to attracting, hiring, and retaining top talent. From navigating...

  • Five ways to control contingent workforce costs and save money

    Five ways to control contingent workforce...

    Amidst an ever-changing world of work, there remains one constant: the contingent workforce continues to grow. Fuelled by businesses requiring agility and individuals demanding flexibility, the...

  • Which industries are most affected by cyberattacks in 2024?

    Which industries are most affected by...

    Cybersecurity is one of the hottest topics in company board meetings across the globe. From Energy through to Education, no industry is exempt from the discussion – protecting data and systems is...

  • How to find tech work

    How to find tech work

    Navigating the world of work can be difficult but there are things you can do to make landing your dream tech role that much easier. Here are our top tips to help you get ahead: 1. Speak to...

  • Behind the headlines: What’s really happening with flexibility?

    Behind the headlines: What’s really...

    Ah, flexibility. If we had a dollar for every news article about work-from-home vs. office, we’d have enough money to buy a luxurious floating office in the middle of the Bermuda Triangle,...

  • The power of TA data: A strategic guide for business leaders

    The power of TA data: A strategic guide for...

    In the dynamic landscape of leadership, steering your company towards success takes more than just vision—it demands a deep understanding of the intricacies within your organisation. So, how can...

  • Employee trends and priorities in 2024

    Employee trends and priorities in 2024

    2023 was a tumultuous year across the globe for our economies, employees, and employers alike. Employment trends have come thick and fast throughout 2023 and as we return from our end-of-year breaks...

  • What does Talent’s data tell us about contractor hiring trends?

    What does Talent’s data tell us about...

    Over the past 12 months, Talent has filled many thousands of roles across different industries, providing us with a valuable window into the professional contract recruitment market. According to our...

  • Hiring trends and market predictions for 2024

    Hiring trends and market predictions for 2024

    The global talent market has never changed this much, this quickly. In 2023, TechCrunch reported over 240,000 jobs were made redundant — that’s up from 164,969 in 2022. Australia’s tech...

  • Tech hiring: Who really has the upper hand, employers or candidates?

    Tech hiring: Who really has the upper hand,...

    The tech hiring market is shifting, seeing the scales of power continuing to tip between candidates and employers. So, who holds all the power, and does it only belong to one group? With exclusive...

  • The must-have cybersecurity skills for 2024

    The must-have cybersecurity skills for 2024

    Cybersecurity is one of the hottest topics at the moment. With cyber attacks only on the up, the right people are needed at the helm to shore up company systems and protect against threats. This...

  • Leading the way with Richard Adams

    Leading the way with Richard Adams

    Welcome to another instalment of Leading the Way. Today we’re joined by Richard Adams, CEO of CCL in New Zealand. Richard shares his leadership insights and thoughts on the NZ IT services industry....

  • How to get your permanent hiring right

    How to get your permanent hiring right

    In today’s shifting market landscape – where an economic downturn is driving greater hiring caution, yet the competition for top tech talent remains fierce – how are you carving a niche for...

  • Talent Partnership with Flare

    Talent Partnership with Flare

    We understand that securing asset finance as a contractor can be challenging. Here at Talent, we strive to fill that gap for our contractors and provide world-class services that are usually only...

  • Contractor Feedback Survey Competition Winner

    Contractor Feedback Survey Competition Winner

    At Talent, our vision is to empower people to build a better world of work for all. That means providing the most rewarding and empowering experiences for our contractors. Through completing a...

  • Cashing in on expertise in financial services: Important skills to look for when hiring tech professionals

    Cashing in on expertise in financial...

    We likely don’t need to tell you that the tech hiring market is competitive. But hiring people is one thing; hiring the right people is another — especially when it comes to tech roles. Here are...

  • How straightforward contractor governance could save you millions

    How straightforward contractor governance...

    In most situations, the idea that your company could save 50% of the cost of the exact same asset, in the same place, at the same time would be laughed off incredulously.   However, in the world of...

  • Solving the invisible contingent workforce problem that’s standing right in front of you

    Solving the invisible contingent workforce...

    CFOs, imagine you’re in your next board meeting and you’re asked the question “How much have we spent on the contingent workforce this financial year?”.   How would you feel facing this...

  • The green skills gap: An introduction to the growing field of green technology

    The green skills gap: An introduction to the...

    What are green skills and how do they fit into the growing green technology landscape? We break down the basics. From solar to smart grids, here’s a quick snapshot of what you need to know about...

  • Mastering the future: In-demand tech skills reshaping the financial services workforce

    Mastering the future: In-demand tech skills...

    Want to cash in on top tech talent in the financial sector? First things first, you need to understand the technology and skillsets this evolving industry is banking on. The financial sector is...

  • Here’s how to attract top talent for tech roles

    Here’s how to attract top talent for tech...

    There’s a battle for tech talent across the globe, and if you’re not winning, you’re losing. Fortunately, there are plenty of tips and tricks to kick your recruitment strategy up a notch and...

  • How and why financial firms should invest in tech employee development

    How and why financial firms should invest in...

    Just like a software update, tech workers in financial services need to run an upgrade on their expertise to keep up in a rapidly changing industry. But they can’t do it alone. Financial services...

  • How to attract top tech talent in higher education with an A+ employer brand

    How to attract top tech talent in higher...

    It’s time to ace your employer brand and bring top of the class talent into your teams. While communicating a competitive benefits package serves as an integral aspect of an employer brand, this is...

  • What does the latest NSW budget mean for jobs and hiring?

    What does the latest NSW budget mean for...

    In September, NSW Treasurer, the Hon. Daniel Mookhey MLC, handed down the 2023-2024 State Budget. A budget that looks back on economic challenges, high levels of spending, gaps in essential services...

  • Leading the way with Slava Kozlovskii

    Leading the way with Slava Kozlovskii

    Welcome to another instalment of Leading the Way. Today we’re joined by Slava Kozlovskii, Founder & CEO of evee, who talks us through his career journey, key environmental sustainability...

  • Cybersecurity salary Australia: How to attract top candidates

    Cybersecurity salary Australia: How to...

    If the tech industry is Soccer, then Cybersecurity professionals are the Lionel Messis among us; highly skilled, highly paid and high in demand. If your team is looking to recruit a Messi, then...

  • Utilities: Here’s how to attract top tech talent

    Utilities: Here’s how to attract top tech...

    Amidst rumours of an economic downturn, as well as the persistent worker shortages witnessed over the last five years, companies across all sectors are grappling with how to weather the storm — and...

  • Experiencing technical difficulties? Standby: an updated look at tech worker shortages

    Experiencing technical difficulties?...

    “Worker shortages” have become a business talking point almost as ubiquitous as productivity and cost-effectiveness. Upon closer inspection, though, there’s no blanket statement that can...

  • Data management in financial services: Why tech talent matters

    Data management in financial services: Why...

    In the present age of digital advancements, financial institutions confront a mounting quantity of data that requires proficient handling. Effective data management holds immense importance in the...

  • Can Your Higher Education Institution Keep Up With Tech Professionals?

    Can Your Higher Education Institution Keep...

    Higher education institutions are facing a crisis in retaining their staff, according to a recent study by the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR). The...

  • Cracking the Code Drought: Mastering the IT Skills Shortage in Australia

    Cracking the Code Drought: Mastering the IT...

    As the pressure being put upon the tech industry isn’t set to slow down any time soon, many organisations — and not only those in Australia — are strategising as to how they can navigate and...

  • Emerging stronger: How investing in Talent Acquisition solutions sets companies apart during downturns

    Emerging stronger: How investing in Talent...

    Layoffs, redundancies and hiring freezes, it is no secret that throughout the year jobs have been on the chopping block – especially in the tech sector. However, just as it has done in the past,...

  • Talent & BenchmarCX Partnership

    Talent & BenchmarCX Partnership

    Talent Solutions, the advisory  and embedded talent acquisition line of Talent is excited to announce our  partnership with BenchmarCX, who are changing the way employers measure  candidate...

  • NZ’s top 5 in-demand tech skills for 2023

    NZ’s top 5 in-demand tech skills for...

    ​The tech hiring market is changing. With the cost of living reaching new heights and big tech companies making significant layoffs, candidates and employers are starting to adopt a more cautious...

  • Talent & SmartRecruiters Partnership

    Talent & SmartRecruiters Partnership

    Talent Solutions, the advisory, and embedded talent acquisition arm of Talent are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with SmartRecruiters, marking our designation as a phase one Hiring...

  • Australia’s top 5 in-demand tech skills for 2023

    Australia’s top 5 in-demand tech...

    The tech hiring market is changing. Layoffs in big tech companies and an uncertain economy are driving greater caution amongst candidates and employers alike, seeing the intense salary growth of the...

  • How can software solutions help our ongoing energy crisis?

    How can software solutions help our ongoing...

    Climate change is one of the biggest challenges currently upon us. While the main message – reducing the addition of greenhouse gases to the atmosphere – is simple, dealing with multiple direct...

  • The benefits of working with national sales recruiters

    The benefits of working with national sales...

    Looking for top sales candidates is no easy task. As the face of your company, you want to make sure the salespeople you recruit are at the top of their game. That’s where recruiters come in. Sales...

  • What’s culture got to do with it?

    What’s culture got to do with it?

    Purpose, values and why they’re important Okay, picture this. You’re in the office and you walk over to someone in your payroll team and ask them what your company vision, mission, and values...

  • Are you ready for a career change?

    Are you ready for a career change?

    It’s Sunday night, and that familiar thud hits you in your stomach, tomorrow is Monday. Dread washes over you with the very thought of dragging yourself to work and going through the motions all...

  • 7 proven ways to increase engagement in your business

    7 proven ways to increase engagement in your...

    Recently, Talent was announced as one of Gallup’s top 40 exceptional workplaces globally for the third year running. April Marcot who is our Head of People and Culture was asked what her top...

  • More sausage than sizzle. Why we all need to be talking about company culture.

    More sausage than sizzle. Why we all need to...

    ​Good culture has never been optional, but right here, right now, it’s essential. The hiring market is on fire, there’s talk of the great resignation, so we find ourselves asking, how can...

  • Tools, tech stacks and staying healthy at work.

    Tools, tech stacks and staying healthy at...

    There’s more to flexible work than allowing your employees to work anywhere in the world. Whether it’s an office, home, or a holiday house in Fiji, maintaining and fostering a culture...

  • Purpose above all: what contractors really want

    Purpose above all: what contractors really...

    The contractor workforce is growing as workers are increasingly driven by the appeal of greater flexibility and enhanced work-life balance, however, while these contractors offer immense value to the...

  • DEI Round Table Discussion: A Report

    DEI Round Table Discussion: A Report

    Here at Talent, we’re passionate about not only hiring more diversely and inclusively ourselves- but providing guidance to our clients in doing the same. Our Berlin team recently hosted a DEI...

  • Top 5 Skills of Successful Recruitment Leaders

    Top 5 Skills of Successful Recruitment...

    From team management to networking to corporate strategy, there are a variety of duties a successful recruitment manager will have to take on. But, what makes someone a truly outstanding recruitment...

  • Proud to be Neurodiverse

    Proud to be Neurodiverse

    After being diagnosed with dyslexia and dyspraxia from the age of nine (and ADHD later down the line), it’s safe to say I’ve experienced my fair share of obstacles. But I’m proud to be...

  • Pride Month: Leading the way with Adam Buxton

    Pride Month: Leading the way with Adam Buxton

    Tell us a bit about how you started your career and the journey that led you to your current role? My career really took off when I came to Australia back in 2000. Originally, I’d just come on a...

  • Why is company culture so important?

    Why is company culture so important?

    In today’s candidate-driven market, standing out and showcasing a positive company culture has never been more crucial. 88% of job seekers say a healthy culture at work is vital for success...

  • Pride Month: Leading the way with Mark Nielsen

    Pride Month: Leading the way with Mark...

    Tell us a bit about how you started your career and the journey that led you to your current role. I’m originally from South Africa and have been in Australia for about 20 years now. I commenced my...

  • Purpose above all: what contractors really want

    Purpose above all: what contractors really...

    The working world has immensely changed in recent years. The contractor workforce is growing as workers are increasingly appealed to greater flexibility and enhanced work-life balance. While these...

  • How do your tech skills stack up in 2022?

    How do your tech skills stack up in 2022?

    Where is the tech industry heading, and what does it mean for you? The tech world is constantly evolving, and as emerging technologies continue to enter and disrupt the market, we’re seeing demand...

  • Leading the way with Kara Smith

    Leading the way with Kara Smith

    Welcome to the second instalment of our International Women’s Day Leading the way series. Today we are joined by Talent’s Auckland Managing Director, Kara Smith who speaks about the many...

  • The power of social media in employee selection and recruitment

    The power of social media in employee...

    ​It’s not all latte art and selfies, social media has evolved past the Lo-Fi filtered flicks and has become a true powerhouse. With 4.6 billion active social media users around the world in 2022...

  • Leading the way with Kelly Young

    Leading the way with Kelly Young

    Welcome to a special International Women’s Day installment of Leading the way. Today we are joined by Kelly Young, Chief Human Resources Officer at Isentia. Kelly speaks about the need for...

  • Top UK Tech Jobs 2022

    Top UK Tech Jobs 2022

    Curious to discover the most in demand UK tech jobs? With all the disruption and uncertainty we’ve experienced as a result of the pandemic, it’s hard to believe it’s 2022 already. The tech...

  • Talent appoints Lisa Bartlett as Germany’s Regional Sales Director

    Talent appoints Lisa Bartlett as...

    This month, Talent has announced the appointment of Lisa Bartlett as Regional Sales Director for the Germany operation – effective immediately. Since joining Talent in 2019, Lisa has achieved...

  • Is innovation really worth it?

    Is innovation really worth it?

    Discover why you must innovate your company’s ecosystem, with key tips you can implement right away For your company to truly thrive and stand out from the crowd, your “way of doing things”...

  • The value of keeping contractors engaged

    The value of keeping contractors engaged

    Today’s world of work is evolving at an unbelievable pace – and contract work is in the spotlight. In 2019, freelancers made up a third of the global workforce, and those numbers are only...

  • Leading the way with Jamaine Naicker

    Leading the way with Jamaine Naicker

    Welcome to another instalment of Leading the way. Today we are joined by Jamaine Naicker, Digital Engineering Manager at Watercare Services Limited NZ, who talks us through her career journey, the...

  • Ignore contractor engagement at your own peril

    Ignore contractor engagement at your own...

    In harvardbusinessreview Dan Pink, author of Free Agent Nation and Drive talks about short-term workers: “The relationship is often less fraught, less hierarchical, and doesn’t come with the...

  • Leading the way with Jean Yang

    Leading the way with Jean Yang

    1. Tell us about your career and how you got started?  When I left law and business school, I wanted to do something entrepreneurial with law and technology.  There was no clear role or path to...

  • How to get it right: Building and nurturing diverse teams

    How to get it right: Building and nurturing...

    Diversity is more than just a buzzword. It should be a natural part of your recruitment process. The benefits of a workforce diverse in age, gender, ethnic background, sexual orientation, religious...

  • How to succeed in a virtual interview

    How to succeed in a virtual interview

    With uncertainty being the only certainty of 2020, we can safely assume that the job hunt will be anything but ordinary. From lockdowns and quarantines, to restrictions and social distancing, it’s...

  • Will IR35 impsct EU workers and companies?

    Will IR35 impsct EU workers and companies?

    What I’ll say is this: the best thing to do is always take tax advice from the country you’re working or operating in. Contractors and clients should follow the tax rules of the specific country...

  • The power of purpose

    The power of purpose

    Last month, CEOs from 181 of the world’s largest companies redefined the purpose of a corporation. The powerful Business Roundtable made headlines by radically shifting the definition of what we...

  • Life changing opportunities for young people to RISE up

    Life changing opportunities for young people...

    This year’s theme is “Transforming Education”. It highlights efforts to make education more relevant, inclusive and accessible for all youth – something I have been passionate about making...

  • Does your personality match your job

    Does your personality match your job

    Psychological Science research shows that an employee whose personality traits closely matches the traits that are ideal for a job is likely to earn more than their less suited counterparts. So it...

  • 7 Exciting new trends in emerging media

    7 Exciting new trends in emerging media

    And this less noisy version of advertising is proving effective. It’s now commonplace for people to mention, tag and connect with brands they buy from on social media. Customers are now part of the...

  • Youth vs Experience. The AGE old argument

    Youth vs Experience. The AGE old argument

    With the issue of diversity and inclusion increasingly occupying the corporate agenda, many forget that age is a big part of this debate. During a long career in the tech services and recruitment...

  • How to answer the 10 most common job interview questions

    How to answer the 10 most common job...

    1. Why do you want to work here? You googled the company you’re interviewing with, right? This is your chance to talk about all the information you gathered. Mention their competitors. Discuss...

  • How to foster collaboration in the workplace

    How to foster collaboration in the workplace

    1) Sharing is caring Whether it’s knowledge, resources or ideas, encouraging a culture of sharing is the best way to increase collaboration in your business. If someone has a problem, encourage...

  • Lessons on technology entrepreneurship from Mark Zuckerberg

    Lessons on technology entrepreneurship from...

    Mark Zuckerberg is one of the world’s most well known entrepreneurs, and for good reason. At just 19 he created Facebook with the help of some of his fellow Harvard students, and the social...

  • Cyber security – How LinkedIn profiles are a goldmine for hackers

    Cyber security – How LinkedIn profiles...

    Most employees are now well aware of security risks associated with revealing too much personal information on social media sites such as Facebook, but have you ever stopped to consider that in an...

  • Advice for start-up founders

    Advice for start-up founders

    Vision, Values, Belief – getting the fundamentals right! Start-up founders and entrepreneurs are often portrayed as enjoying lavish and excessive lifestyles and recent fallen angels are...

Events


  • More than Money webinar: Navigating the 2025 market

    More than Money webinar: Navigating the 2025...

    We are hosting an ENGAGE-exclusive webinar event where we’ll be sharing our hiring market updates for Australia and New Zealand. Our experts will cover their predictions for 2025, the hottest...

  • IIBA® Perth – Constructive Networking with Legos

    IIBA® Perth – Constructive Networking...

    Ready to revolutionise your networking game? Join us for an Impromptu Networking session combining Liberating Structures and LEGO Serious Play techniques! Dive into dynamic discussions, unleash your...

  • IIBA® Brisbane – Please, not another sandwich!

    IIBA® Brisbane – Please, not another...

    When we talk about skills like “active listening,” “feedback,” and “collaboration,” it often feels like we’re treading over familiar ground. The mere mention...

  • Virtual event: Cyber threats in higher education

    Virtual event: Cyber threats in higher...

    With significant digital transformation occurring in the higher education sector, coupled with a significant increase in global cyber threats, the higher education industry is a prime target for...

  • Leading SAFe® Course

    Leading SAFe® Course

    Levelling up your career with training is undoubtedly valuable, but courses can be costly and require you to take hours out of your weekday – something that’s rarely an option for...

  • Step Up to RISE: RISE Day 2022

    Step Up to RISE: RISE Day 2022

    To celebrate RISE Day in 2022, we did things a little differently. In addition to our yearly phone call initiative (in which our global teams volunteer to give advice to young people struggling with...

Guides


  • Building a future-ready public service: Federal government whitepaper

    Building a future-ready public service:...

    The strength of Australia’s public service lies in its people, but navigating talent management in a budget-constrained environment is no easy feat. With the shift from a contractor-heavy workforce...

  • Ways to stay fit in the workplace

    Ways to stay fit in the workplace

    Have you ever considered how long you spend seated during your 9-5 working day? Chances are, it’s the majority of your time in the office. So, when the 3 o’clock slump rolls around, you’re...

  • How to look after your mental health while contracting

    How to look after your mental health while...

    As a contractor, you are constantly on the move. In amongst deadlines and projects, looking after your mental health can often take a back seat. Here are some tips that can help you manage the...

  • Five tips to excel at your next job interview

    Five tips to excel at your next job interview

    The interview is undeniably the pivotal moment in the hiring process. This article offers four essential tips to help candidates stand out and perform exceptionally well during their next job...

  • What questions should I ask my interviewer?

    What questions should I ask my interviewer?

    It’s interview time. If you want to make a good first impression with an employer, you should always have questions ready to throw their way when the opportunity arises. A well-thought out...

  • 7 things to do when applying for a job

    7 things to do when applying for a job

    The time has come. You’ve decided to dip your toe into the job market and make your next move. In a competitive market, you want to stand out from other candidates and make a good impression. So,...

  • How to make a good first impression with an employer

    How to make a good first impression with an...

    First impressions matter. So, if you want to score your dream job, you need to present yourself in the best possible light to a potential employer. Let’s explore how you can do just this: Get your...

  • Beyond the basics: Hiring guide for enterprise leaders

    Beyond the basics: Hiring guide for...

    Enterprise people leaders have big shoes to fill – constantly. We took the most common hiring challenges faced by our clients and put together our best tips into a guide you won’t want to...

  • How to prepare for a job interview

    How to prepare for a job interview

    Preparation is the key to success in any interview. But, what should that preparation actually entail? Check out our Interview Preparation Guide. We also chatted to Jon McCahon, Account Manager at...

  • How to refresh your CV

    How to refresh your CV

    It’s essential to give your CV a refresh every now and again, whether it’s to change the layout, update your details, or match it with your LinkedIn profile. Almost everyone will realise...

  • How to tackle job hunting anxiety

    How to tackle job hunting anxiety

    Job hunting is stressful, from applying to countless jobs to navigating the interview process and dealing with rejection, it can often cause anxiety to sky-rocket… But, there are things you can...

  • 5 ways to receive feedback on your job application

    5 ways to receive feedback on your job...

    So, you applied for a job but unfortunately didn’t land it. Want to know what you can do to boost your chances next time? The first step you can take is to request feedback on your job application...

  • How to smash a video interview

    How to smash a video interview

    So, you’ve just been told your next job interview will be done via video. But don’t panic! Yes, remote interviews can present some challenges, but they also have many benefits – for...

  • How to manage your finances as a contractor

    How to manage your finances as a contractor

    As a contractor, you may be up to speed when it comes to skills and industry trends. But how much do you know about finance? Being aware of your finances is critical when you’re a contractor, but...

  • Maintaining your mental wellbeing when working from home

    Maintaining your mental wellbeing when...

    Increased flexibility and freedom as well as avoiding that pesky morning commute are just a few of the perks that come with the territory of working from home. But what about the flip side? From...

  • How to build your personal brand

    How to build your personal brand

    It’s a noisy world out there, and these days, it’s not enough to just let your work speak for itself. Building your personal brand is about telling people who you are, and demonstrating how you...

  • How to manage outcomes, not hours

    How to manage outcomes, not hours

    From the very first moment someone accessed their work emails outside of the office (most likely on a Blackberry), the need for human beings to be sitting at their desks in order to perform their...

  • How to maintain professional relationships remotely

    How to maintain professional relationships...

    Networking can open the door to many new opportunities for you. Whether that means landing a new role, or even finding a mentor to help you excel in your career, there are many perks to interacting...

  • Women in Tech Report 2021

    Women in Tech Report 2021

    Collating responses from our 400 participants, we’ve got real about what it means to be a woman in this industry. But it’s not just about providing a platform for these women to share their...

  • How to work collaboratively from home

    How to work collaboratively from home

    When working from home, it’s not as simple as tapping your co-worker on the shoulder to ask a question. You are instead often kilometres away from each other, linked only by your Wi-Fi router. So...

  • How to hire top talent

    How to hire top talent

    Everyone wants their pick of the top candidates in the talent pool, but what can you do as a company to attract the best? From defining your recruitment process, to finding top talent, here are our...

  • How to prepare for the job opportunities of the future

    How to prepare for the job opportunities of...

    Automation is playing a big part, too, but this has been met with apprehension. A total 90% of respondents to a recent Quartz survey believe that over the next five years, up to half of jobs will...

  • 5 tips for employers to encourage digital transformation

    5 tips for employers to encourage digital...

    1) Create a dialogue Digital transformation is a team game. You won’t win your employees over if you simply appear to be enforcing new technology on them from above. Instead, ask for their...

  • 6 obscure interview questions and how to answer them professionally

    6 obscure interview questions and how to...

    There is no doubt that a job interview is a hotbed of stress. The candidate is concerned about highlighting themselves as the best person for the role, while the business wants to ask questions...

Press Release


  • Business leaders share their tools for success when leading through challenging times in new guide

    Business leaders share their tools for...

    Talent has spoken with 26 business leaders for a new guide on how they are navigating investment, staffing, and operations within a challenging New Zealand market. The guide, released amidst the...

  • Shifts within the Government workforce highlight need for effective talent management strategies

    Shifts within the Government workforce...

    The Federal Government hiring market is going through significant change as the Albanese government shift from contractors to permanent workforce. A recent whitepaper Talent has released, details the...

  • Talent announces the launch of Solve

    Talent announces the launch of Solve

    Talent has today announced the launch of Solve which specialises in outsourced and embedded recruitment and workforce management solutions. Originally a division of Talent that has operated since...

  • Talent releases FY24 results

    Talent releases FY24 results

    For the financial year to 30 June 2024, Talent has continued its track record of profit growth. Following the exit of the UK market for management to focus on its growth regions (ANZ/US), revenue...

  • Project & Change job seekers receiving 10% response rate in roles applied for

    Project & Change job seekers receiving...

    The project services hiring market is fluctuating within different industries and across all states in Australia. A recent whitepaper Talent has released, details the latest trends in project...

  • Talent named ‘Best Managed Company’ for 2023 by Deloitte

    Talent named ‘Best Managed...

    Talent has been announced as one of nine leading private Australian companies recognised for their outstanding business performance in Deloitte Australia’s 2023 Best Managed Companies awards. It is...

  • Tech salaries continue to steady out as businesses remain cautious with rising costs of living & inflation

    Tech salaries continue to steady out as...

    The hiring market is experiencing significant change fluctuating between a frenzied candidate-short market and a more cautious employer-driven market according to Talent’s ‘More Than Money Salary...

  • Higher education sector at risk of cyber attacks

    Higher education sector at risk of cyber...

    Cybersecurity professionals remain in high demand for the higher education sector as the Australian market continues to struggle with talent shortages. In a recent whitepaper Talent has released, the...

  • Talent reaches $1 billion in global revenue for FY23

    Talent reaches $1 billion in global revenue...

    Talent has continued its track record of strong profit growth in the financial year to 30 June 2023. From a modest position in 2018, Talent have grown its revenue 105% from $487m to $1b in the 5-year...

  • Businesses continue to struggle to fill cybersecurity roles

    Businesses continue to struggle to fill...

    Cybersecurity professionals remain in high demand as the Australian market continues to struggle with talent shortages. In a recent whitepaper Talent has released, the salaries, skills and experience...

  • Talent acquires Wellington based recruitment agency People&Co

    Talent acquires Wellington based recruitment...

    Talent has announced it has acquired Wellington based recruitment agency, People&Co, effective immediately. The acquisition comes off the back of a highly successful financial year for Talent...

  • Talent wins at the APSCo Awards for Excellence

    Talent wins at the APSCo Awards for...

    Talent has taken out two wins in the 2023 APSCo Awards for Excellence; Best Brand and RPO of the Year. In the Best Brand category, Talent was recognised by APSCo for excellence in upholding and...

  • Talent RISE raises $86,569 through the ‘Step Up Challenge’

    Talent RISE raises $86,569 through the...

    Talent RISE is pleased to announce that $86,569 has been raised in the 2023 ‘Step Up Challenge’ fundraising initiative which is aimed at helping young people with challenges to finding...

  • Talent receives official endorsement from Reconciliation Australia for first Reconciliation Action Plan

    Talent receives official endorsement from...

    As an Australian-founded business, Talent’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is an important first step in the reconciliation journey. Talent’s mission is to bring real value to people and...

  • Talent Solutions partners with global leader Makosi

    Talent Solutions partners with global leader...

    Talent Solutions, the advisory and embedded talent acquisition line of Talent, has today announced a new partnership with Makosi, the global leader in on-demand audit talent. The partnership will...

  • Talent appoints Global CIO

    Talent appoints Global CIO

    Talent has today announced Meagan Jeffery will be joining the company as Global Chief Information Officer, effective immediately. Meagan will work closely with Talent’s Global CEO, Mark Nielsen,...

  • Talent releases 2023 More Than Money Salary Guide

    Talent releases 2023 More Than Money Salary...

    Despite a slowing market, tech and digital salaries are remaining strong with continuous competition within key industries to secure top talent. Today, Talent is pleased to release ‘More Than Money...

  • Talent New Zealand announces team expansion

    Talent New Zealand announces team expansion

    Bianca Jones, Country Manager, Talent New Zealand, will be transitioning into a newly created role of Managing Director, Projects New Zealand. In her new role, Bianca will be responsible for...

  • Talent releases Sustainability: Awareness to action report

    Talent releases Sustainability: Awareness to...

    ​New research from Talent reveals that 59% of candidates looking for new work say that a company’s commitment to environmental sustainability influences their decision to accept a job offer....

  • Talent releases DEI Hiring toolkit: Less talk, more action

    Talent releases DEI Hiring toolkit: Less...

    Talent is pleased to release ‘DEI Hiring Toolkit: Less Talk, More Action’, a brand-new introductory guide aimed to help businesses create more inclusive recruitment experiences for candidates and...

  • Talent in partnership with Yahoo! Finance release “Leaders building a Better World of Work” list!

    Talent in partnership with Yahoo! Finance...

    Talent in partnership with Yahoo Finance Australia is pleased to release ‘Leaders Building a Better World of Work’, a brand-new list of leaders sharing their insights on what they are putting...

  • Talent wins Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the 4th consecutive year

    Talent wins Gallup Exceptional Workplace...

    ​Talent has been named a recipient of Gallup’s global Top 40 Exceptional Workplace Awards for the fourth year in a row – the only Australian-based company to be recognised in the group of...

  • Talent releases ‘More Than Money Salary Guide’

    Talent releases ‘More Than Money...

    Talent is pleased to release ‘More Than Money Salary Guide 2022’. Please find the report here. The report features salaries and contract rates for key tech positions in 2022, market insights...

  • Contractor Wellbeing Report 21/22

    Contractor Wellbeing Report 21/22

    After surveying over 1,700 contractors across Australia, New Zealand, the UK and the US, we received unmatched insight into the true wellbeing of today’s contractors. Our Contractor Wellbeing...

  • Talent releases brand new company culture podcast ‘It’s the Vibe’

    Talent releases brand new company culture...

    ​Talent is pleased to release ‘It’s the Vibe’, a brand-new podcast discussing core components that contribute to a great company culture. Ian Tyler, Talent Chief Strategy Officer, sits down...

  • Women in Tech Report 2021

    Women in Tech Report 2021

    ​​There’s still a long way to go for women in tech, so it’s time we make a change. Our ‘Women in Tech: Are we there yet?’ report aims to do just this. Collating responses from our 400...

  • Talent announces next phase of growth

    Talent announces next phase of growth

    Talent is delighted to announce that Sydney based investment management firms Quintet Partners and Quintet Yorkway have increased their combined shareholding in Talent by acquiring a majority...

  • Talent strengthens global focus with key appointments

    Talent strengthens global focus with key...

    Global Technology recruitment leader Talent has today announced the appointment of Mark Nielsen as its new Global CEO and Yaron Segal as Global CFO, effective immediately. Since becoming CEO four...

Sounds


  • BWOW 03 – The 4-Day Week: Pioneering Change with Andrew Barnes

    BWOW 03 – The 4-Day Week: Pioneering...

    Discover how the 4-day work week was born with Andrew Barnes – innovator, entrepreneur and...

  • BWOW 02 – The Next Working Generation with Anna Gowdridge

    BWOW 02 – The Next Working Generation...

    For the last three years, Anna has worked on developing and driving the 100% Human at Work initiative with a focus on expanding its global network. Previously, Anna also held a dual role as Head of...

  • BWOW 01 – Modern Work: Behaviours with Mark Cruth

    BWOW 01 – Modern Work: Behaviours with...

    Mark is the Modern Work Designer and Evangelist at Atlassian. With over a decade of experience, Mark works with organisations around the world to help unleash their potential and enable modern ways...

  • It’s the Vibe 06 – Be the lone dancer with Vanessa Sorenson

    It’s the Vibe 06 – Be the lone...

    How do we build diverse company cultures? Hear from Microsoft’s Managing Director for NZ, Vanessa Sorenson on making diverse, equitable and inclusive...

  • It’s the Vibe 05 – More Sausage than Sizzle with Mark Serunjogi

    It’s the Vibe 05 – More Sausage...

    It’s time to turn your employees into your biggest advocates with meaningful company culture. Listen to Mark Serunjogi dive into the meaning of creating a purposeful employer...

  • It’s the Vibe 04 – What do people really want? with Aoife Fitzmaurice

    It’s the Vibe 04 – What do...

    This episode is about all things ‘perks’. Find out how award-winners, Sage are doing it so well and more, in this chat with Aoife Fitzmaurice and Ian...

  • It’s the Vibe 03 – More than a signed contract with Paul Sigaloff

    It’s the Vibe 03 – More than a...

    Special guest, Paul Sigaloff, Managing Director & VP ANZ & INSEA at Yahoo!, has over two decades of experience in the media industry across the UK and Australia, working across Channel 4,...

  • It’s the Vibe 02 – Innovation: Why bother? with Jennifer Mumford

    It’s the Vibe 02 – Innovation:...

    Special guest, Jen Mumford joins us from Zip Co, where she is the Chief of Staff to the CHRO. Recently moving to NYC from Sydney, Jen’s role is now leading the People and Culture teams across...

  • It’s the Vibe 01 – Are you in the loop? with Christie O’Toole

    It’s the Vibe 01 – Are you in...

    Let’s dig into Internal Comms. Internal communications is extremely important to building a great company culture. When you place all your employees on the same page, everyone is aligned and...

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