Hoyts Group and Rabobank are among the employers announcing senior HR appointments in the past quarter, among other news of promotions and recognition.
This year has seen a "big spike" in the proportion of employees intending to change jobs, and new levers are emerging as key retention drivers, an employee experience specialist says.
Fewer jobs are being advertised for HR generalists and consultants, but for workplace relations practitioners, a clear trajectory of sustained demand lies ahead, specialist recruiters say.
Modern award wage rates will rise by 4.75% from 1 July, and the national minimum wage will be increased to $1,004.90 per week ($26.44 per hour), the Fair Work Commission has ruled today.
Two "seismic" events shaped the HR jobs market over the past 10 years, and the next decade is set to "test and reward great HR professionals even more", according to specialist recruiters.
Senior people and culture professionals from organisations including Atlassian, Newmont, The Human Collaborative and more have been on the move during the first quarter of 2026, alongside many others in HR-related roles.
Recent events have shone a spotlight on whistleblowing, placing employers firmly on notice that their response to a protected disclosure could be subject to intense scrutiny. Watch this webcast to understand the role HR plays in this challenging space.
After years of legislative and regulatory changes, employers' key compliance challenges continue to shift and evolve. Attend this webinar to catch up on recent developments and their HR implications, preparing you and your organisation for what lies ahead.
