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Callum McWhinnie: Expert Accounting and Tax Recruitment Manager at Kaizen Recruitment
We are excited to welcome Callum McWhinnie to the Kaizen Recruitment team as Manager – Accounting and Tax. Callum has over 11 years of experience in recruitment across the UK and Australia, where he has supported leading organisations with strategic recruitment projects, from mid to executive level. At Kaizen, Callum leads the Finance, Accounting and…
Read MoreAce Your Interview: What Interviewers Really Want to See
Insights from 6,840 Interviews a Year At Kaizen Recruitment, we conduct an average of 6,840 candidate interviews each year. Each consultant interviews around 15 new candidates weekly as well as spending a minimum of 30 or so minutes per person to help prepare our candidates for client interviews. All of this culminates in a wealth…
Read MoreFinancial Services Market Update FY 2025-2026
Market Overview The financial services talent market in 2025 is navigating a period of recalibration, shaped by structural industry shifts, regulatory reform, and evolving client expectations. Superannuation fund mergers, heightened compliance demands, and the rise of private markets are influencing hiring strategies across investments, distribution, and risk functions. While some areas have seen more cautious…
Read MoreResume Writing Tips
Out of every 250 resumes a job opening gets, only about 4 to 6 people will be asked to come in for a follow-up interview. It is a daunting task to read through all resumes or CVs from end-to-end before making any informed decision – but recruiters know better to maximise their time efficiently. Seasoned…
Read MoreInvestment Operations Round Table Melbourne
Kaizen Recruitment was proud to host our latest Investment Operations Executive Roundtable in Melbourne, bringing together senior operations leaders from across the investment management industry for a candid and insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of investment operations. We’d like to extend our sincere thanks to the leaders who participated, representing IFM Investors, Generation Life,…
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