HR Director - Hire or get hired

Recruiting a HR Director or looking for your next HR Director job?

 

As a specialist recruitment agency in Human Resources, we work with top HR Directors and senior HR leaders across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Whether you're looking to hire a permanent HR Director or need a contract financial executive to guide your business through change, our recruitment consultants have the expertise and market insight to help.

We’ve placed dozens of senior HR professionals into roles across industries, from ASX-listed corporations to fast-growing SMEs. Our understanding of the talent landscape allows us to connect employers with HR professionals who not only meet technical requirements but align with leadership and cultural needs too.

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HR professionals continue to navigate evolving workplace expectations, with employee experience remaining a key priority. Flexibility, work-life balance, and leadership style are top considerations for job seekers, reinforcing the need for organisations to offer compelling benefits and development opportunities. In 2025, 73% of HR leaders prioritise enhancing employee experience, while 67% focus on leadership development and 54% on learning and development. AI is beginning to reshape HR functions, particularly in talent acquisition (25%) and learning and development (19%), though nearly half (46%) report no significant impact yet.

Recruitment challenges persist. While 63% adjust salaries to fill existing roles, counteroffers have declined, with 57% opting not to make them. Staff turnover has stabilised for most organisations, with 40% reporting no change and 32% noting some improvement.

The focus on employee wellbeing is evident, with 81% of organisations offering Employee Assistance Programs and 45% providing health care subsidies. Work flexibility remains widespread, with 78% allowing flexible hours and 69% offering remote work options. As HR leaders refine attraction and retention strategies, investment in leadership, training, and AI integration will be critical to long-term workforce success.