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In this article I discuss the prevalence of the counteroffer in the financial services market. Being given a counteroffer might be flattering, but should you take it? In my many years as a specialist financial services recruiter, I spend a lot of time matching job seekers with career building opportunities. I have also witnessed many […]

In this article, I discuss how businesses can attract talented risk and compliance professionals to their financial services or fintech business in 2022. This skill set has seen steady demand over recent years. Whilst this has come off slightly, risk and compliance professionals still have many roles to choose from, so it pays to be […]

As we turn the page on a new financial year and continue to deal with Covid-19’s implications on the economy, let’s take a moment to consider financial services salaries for new hires, and what they are likely to do over the next 6 months. This article discusses how the financial services sector’s outlook is impacting […]

The market for Treasury vacancies is busy busy busy at the moment. 2022 has seen an unprecedented level of growth in this area of the banking and finance sector. Why is this occurring? The residential mortgages and asset finance areas (cars, trucks and equipment) are strong asset classes in Australia and New Zealand. This is […]

It’s no secret that Australia is in the midst of a war for talent. Pre Covid 19 pandemic, finding the right people was challenging for most organisations but 2022 is proving an incredibly tight year in the labour market with job vacancies at an all time high. SEEK is reporting more jobs than ever being […]

As we roll into another year of “working differently” due to Covid 19 restrictions in the workplace, video interviews and meetings have become part of the way we all do business. In fact, they are not really something we do differently now……more often than not Oxygen’s clients are choosing to conduct interviews with job applicants […]

It has been a challenging pandemic for finance professionals in public practice at Big 4 and Mid-Tier chartered firms. They have been working long hours, with less people in their teams, often because of closed state and international borders. I have heard many stories of teams working at 70-75% capacity and facing challenges replacing staff. […]

In my role as a financial services specialist recruiter, over the course of the last 18 months I have witnessed transformational changes to working arrangements. What I have noticed in this brave new world is that the only thing that is consistent is that no two arrangements are the same and each are tailored to […]

As we continue to navigate the pandemic and replace lockdowns with high levels of vaccination in our community, the financial services sector continues to evolve. Consumers are cautiously optimistic with one eye on what is happening overseas, and the economy preparing itself to shift back into a higher gear towards recovery and beyond in 2022. […]

As an experienced career coach and HR practitioner, I often have conversations with people in my network about the benefits of investing some time into your LinkedIn profile and activity. Often this is the product of a conversation that started along the lines of “Why would I bother spending time on LinkedIn? I’m not currently […]

In this article we discuss the resilience of the financial services sector as lockdowns end, and border restrictions start to ease. The strength of the market demonstrated by high profits, lending and transaction settlement records and business appetite for growth is a positive signal in unusual times. Australia has been living in pandemic times for […]

In this article we discuss the current talent (or Unicorn) drought in the Australian financial services industry and the only possible ways that we can see it being resolved. Read on to discover why paying higher salaries is the most effective way to beat the competition to land a rare and especially talented Unicorn for […]

Applying for new roles? Do you need some tips on how to maximise the impact of your LinkedIn profile? This article can assist in highlighting what hiring managers and recruiters are looking for when they view your profile

In this article, we discuss the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the Australian financial services and fintech industries, and its subsequent effect on recruitment. Discover why now is a great time to be considering a new role particularly due to an overall shortage of professional candidates in the market. Australia’s quick recession and relatively […]

Growth in Risk and Compliance roles is still strong. Following the Royal Commission, roles in this space have become more interesting, and complex. Our latest blog post includes some key insights.

The world is a different place than it was a month ago! Covid 19 has brought with it change in every aspect of our lives, including economic prospects, the way we work, how we interact with our friends, how our young people are educated……..……it can feel like everything’s changed! The UN’s International Labour Organisation estimates […]

If you have taken time out of paid work to raise a family, care for yourself or others, have focused on study, or experienced a period of unemployment – starting to look for work after a break can be daunting. Picking up where you left off, or changing paths completely, requires both hard work and […]

If you have never had to provide a formal resume you may be wondering, “where should I start?” Whether you are a young person looking for your first professional role, or simply putting together a resume for the first time, these tips can help you get started and put your best professional self forward. Which […]

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Working with a great recruiter takes the “work” out of finding the right person for the job. But there are still a few things you can do to get maximum value out of the service and ensure you get the results you want. Be clear about what you’re looking for.As the person responsible for filling […]

If you’re responsible for the hiring in your organisation, bringing in an independent recruiter to fill job vacancies could be one of the smartest business decisions you’ll make. Recruiters who get it right not only find the best person for the position but can also save you a lot of time and money. 1. Recruiters […]

It’s an awesome feeling when you get the call that you’ve progressed to the interview for a job. Make sure you’re ready to put your best foot forward with Oxygen Recruitment’s top tips for success. You’ve got this! Dissect the job description. Go through the job description and make a list of the key duties […]