Broaden your skill set and stay in the game – week ended 17 Feb 2012

During times of economic uncertainty productivity becomes a real focus for organisations, working their assets harder! This I have seen in recent times. Employers  expect a lot from individuals, that they be multi skilled and flexible. Welcome back the need for generalists, not specialists. We have seen in the market when new roles are generated due to change or restructure … Continue reading

Rising interest rates, job losses – but there is always work to do

This week in the media has not been great as we waited with bated breath for the Reserve Banks decision regarding interest rates. Maintaining a certain level of income to meet current financial commitments is becoming increasingly difficult for candidates as they end their contracts, or are facing restructure and reenter the job market. We hope that at Profiler Recruitment that … Continue reading

Regional Areas starting to shift and present opportunities – week ending 3 Feb 2012

Despite all the news this week that the finance sector are cutting jobs and manufacturing is closing down sites at Profiler Recruitment we saw an increase in enquiries from clients across the services, health and mining/engineering sectors (national and global) to source employees for a range of roles. From Marketing (end to end), to purchasing/product management to HR generalist roles there is work available  - … Continue reading

Profiler Recruitment Market Date 27 Jan 2011 – Not much high end senior work, how about part time?

There hasn’t been a flurry of high end senior positions in January this year compared to the activity in December. What we are seeing at Profiler Recruitment this week is a sharp increase in mid level roles – however on a part time or contract basis. Extra arms and legs are needed for a variety of business needs  – to implement new … Continue reading

Profiler Recruitment Market Update 21 January 2012 – Employment downturn and longer hours

I didn’t like what the media, ABS and government has said about 2011 being a year of zero growth for jobs. Global instability has slowed decisions in hiring the Australian government says but I would suggest what it is showing is a shift in our attitude to the type of work we do and how we apply ourselves. Our contractor numbers at … Continue reading

Profiler Recruitment Market Update – week ending 15 January 2012

Well the year has started off quite busy at Profiler Recruitment, thank goodness the team has been returning since Jan 1 looking refreshed and happy to help our wonderful clients and candidates. There has been a flurry of interviews of candidates for a range of exciting roles – mostly contract (paternal leave reasons is a current trend for creating contract opportunities) and across event … Continue reading

Profiler Recruitment Update – No 1 for 2012

Well almost a whole week has passed since we popped champagne with friends and family on New Years Eve. I wish everyone a successful (however you define that for yourself) and happy new year. 2012 has already started with lots of activity in our office at Profiler Recruitment. Clients have been calling just before they jump into their cars and … Continue reading

Profiler Recruitment – signing off for 2011 and looking forward to 2012

I am looking forward to 2012. It has been an uncertain yet busy year for our clients and candidates. Many people are questioning what they will be doing in 2012. Many senior executives have opted to review what other opportunities are out there as companies announce mergers and acquisition activity. This will create opportunities at different levels across organisations for … Continue reading

Profiler Recruitment market update – week ending 23/12/11

As summer rolls in and everyone is gearing up for Christmas and New Years Eve roles continue to be available to be considered for right up until New Years Eve. New roles we have been working on at Profiler Recruitment just this week stem across health, local government, associations and smaller financial services organisations. Profiler Recruitment would like to thank … Continue reading

Profiler Recruitment Market Update week ending 16 December 2011

Twas the night before Christmas…..and there is movement afoot. At Profiler Recruitment we have been surprised at the number of enquiries and expressions of interest from professionals to explore new opportunities in the job market in December. We normally have this level of enquiry in January after the Christmas break however I think I can attribute this early activity to three … Continue reading