Employer Advice
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…
Read MoreSustainable 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…
Read MoreWhy 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…
Read MoreThe 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…
Read MoreThe 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.…
Read MoreThe 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…
Read MoreBeyond the Great Resignation: Building Engaged Marketing Teams in the Era of Flexibility
The Great Resignation, which peaked in 2022, has finally come to an end. But its effects are far from gone. And this directly impacts your marketing team recruitment and retention. Employee turnover rates have dropped from the highs of 2022 to 17.9% in 2024. Likewise, job mobility rates have reduced from 9.5% to 7.7%. But…
Read MoreBeyond 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.…
Read MoreBuilding a Sustainable Future: Why ESG Is Your New Secret Weapon in the War for Property Talent
The competition for talent in property, construction, and facilities is intense. Today’s top professionals are not motivated by salary alone, they want to align their careers with something meaningful. When companies commit authentically to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, they gain a powerful recruitment advantage. Why Today’s Top Talent Demands ESG A…
Read MoreBeyond Python and JavaScript: Emerging Programming Languages to Watch in 2025/26
For the past decade, Python developers and JavaScript engineers have dominated the technology landscape. From web applications to machine learning and automation, these two languages remain the backbone of most organisations’ technology stacks. But as technology advances and business needs evolve, new emerging programming languages are gaining ground. For hiring managers, company owners, and senior…
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