AI in Financial Services: C-Suite Roundtable Insights | Kaizen
How will AI reshape the way financial services firms compete for market share, attract talent and deliver value to shareholders/members? Kaizen Recruitment brought together several industry executive leaders in across Risk, Operations, Finance and Investments from Australia’s leading superannuation funds, asset managers, fintech, insurance and wealth firms across Melbourne and Sydney to host a series…
Kaizen Welcomes Sean Keogh to Legal Risk and Compliance Team
Expertise in Legal, Risk, Compliance, and Governance Recruitment We are excited to welcome Sean Keogh to the Kaizen Recruitment team as Senior Recruitment Consultant – Legal, Risk, Compliance and Governance. Sean has over 4 years of recruitment experience, with the last 3 years focused exclusively on Compliance, Risk, Governance and Legal. Originally from Dublin,…
Financial Services Marketing Salary Guide 2025-2026
Kaizen Recruitment uses in-depth market knowledge to help guide and consult our candidates and clients within the financial services industries. 2025-2026 Job Market for Financial Services Marketing Professionals Following widespread redundancies in marketing, communications, digital and product roles throughout 2024 and early 2025, displaced financial services professionals have successfully secured new positions within the sector…
Case Study: Chief Investment Officer – RMBL Investments – Kaizen Recruitment
Recruitment Process for Chief Investment Officer – RMBL Investments CLIENT OVERVIEW: RMBL Investments RMBL Investments is a specialist mortgage investment and funds management business with over 65 years of experience providing timely, tailored finance solutions to borrowers and attractive investment opportunities for a loyal investor base. With a strong focus on risk management, transparency, and…
Funds Distribution Salary Guide and Trends FY 25-26
Download the Salary Guide Our latest insights into Australia’s funds management distribution landscape are drawn from a comprehensive salary survey conducted earlier this year, capturing perspectives from distribution professionals nationwide. These findings have been enriched by cross-referencing with our extensive industry database and informed by in-depth discussions with candidates and clients, ensuring a well-rounded view…
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…
Ace 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…
Financial 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…
Case Study: Head of Distribution
Recruitment Process for Head of Distribution – La Trobe Financial CLIENT La Trobe Financial is a leading Australian credit asset manager, renowned for its diversified investment offerings and commitment to delivering consistent returns to investors. With a strong presence in the financial services sector, the firm sought to enhance its distribution capabilities to support its…