How to Hire a Development Manager: Key Skills and Interview Questions

Australia’s ongoing housing shortage, continuing population growth and elevated migration levels are increasing the need for new housing supply and skilled development leadership.  But here’s the thing: successful property projects aren’t just about finding a good location, securing funding, and hiring contractors. You also need someone who can oversee everything, from feasibility studies and planning to cost management and compliance.  And that’s…

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What Is a Financial Crime Analyst? Roles, Responsibilities, and Career Pathways

The rapid growth of cross-border transactions, digital banking platforms, and the fintech industry has increased the risk of fraud and money laundering.  Case in point: organised financial crime cost Australia $13.2 billion between 2023 and 2024, accounting for 27.6% of direct costs attributed to serious and organised crime.   Also, in 2024-25, one in seven Australians fell prey to personal…

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What Digital Marketing Skills Are Australian Employers Actually Hiring for in 2026? 

Digital marketing professionals are in high demand. The sector is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.9% and reach $27.15 billion by 2035.    At the same time, the Future Skills Organisation projects that Australia’s supply of digitally expert workers will fall short by 130,000 this year.  As more businesses prioritise digital growth, marketers with the right skills will…

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Sustainable Property Management: Key Trends and Skills for 2026

When it comes to commercial and residential property management, sustainability is a non-negotiable requirement driving asset performance and value. Environmental awareness and the desire to reduce costs are driving tenants to prioritise energy-efficient properties. At the same time, investors are increasingly viewing ESG performance as a critical driver of long-term asset value. Then there are…

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Why Data-Literate Engineers Are Critical for Smart Grid Modernisation

The smart grid market in Australia is witnessing steep growth, with a projected 18.6% CAGR through to 2031. Rising electricity costs, aging infrastructures and a massive push toward sustainable energy systems have made the migration toward these grids a no-brainer. Even the Australian Energy Market Operator’s (AEMO) new draft promises greater focus on consumer energy…

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The Finance Skills Gap Keeping CFOs Up at Night

Australian organisations face a major challenge: a lack of talent in the finance sector. It’s expected that the shortfall of finance talent will reach about 64,000 by 2030. And the effects of this shortage are far-reaching. This talent vacuum creates a strategic bottleneck, stalling critical decision-making and, ultimately, stifling top-line growth. This shortage is only…

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The Regulatory Horizon 2026: Key Shifts in Financial Crime and Compliance for Australian Businesses

Australian businesses are set to experience one of the most demanding compliance environments in years. Regulatory changes in 2026, paired with intensified enforcement activities and growing financial crime complexity, place increasing pressure on organisations.  Consider this: in 2024, financial institutions in Australia incurred an average cost of AUD$4.21 for every Australian dollar lost to fraud.…

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The 2026 Facility: Integrating People, Place, and Technology for Superior Workplace Experience

Facilities management is shifting from a reactive approach to a more proactive one. New workplace expectations, fueled by the prevalence of hybrid work, a growing focus on employee wellbeing, and the adoption of modern technologies, are driving the change.  In 2025, 44% of organisations required employees to spend three to five days in the physical…

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Beyond Compliance: Recruiting FP&A Professionals for Predictive Business Partnering 

FP&A teams were always backward-looking, with reporting being their mainstay. Now, they’re a forward-looking strategic partner for your business, making it more important than ever to hire the right talent.  Traditionally, their role involved reporting past performance, budgeting, and data collection. The analysis was limited to “what happened” and “why.” Today, that paradigm has shifted.…

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