There should be a degree in creating a job title and posting an ad. What responsibilities does the title imply? Will it fit on an email signature or business card? Will it date? Will it offend an existing team member? We think there is one other really big factor that an employer needs to consider…..will the ad attract clicks? Apart from the years of experience in interviewing, pre-qualifying, reference checking and matching candidates to jobs, the other great reason to use a specialist recruiter is we know how to draft great ads. At Elias Recruitment – one of the oldest specialist legal recru ..read more

Of course what makes a “cool” in-house counsel job will swing on individual interests or even what is going on in the world but we have listed some of the sectors to work in which will instantly make you the most interesting person to talk to in any room.  Tech Giants: Working as in-house counsel for leading technology companies like Atlassian, Invidia, Google, Apple, Meta or Amazon (known as GAFA) can offer the opportunity to work on cutting-edge legal issues at the forefront of technology and innovation. These companies often deal with complex legal challenges related to intellectual p ..read more

We recently spotted an ad for a, relatively junior, in-house corporate lawyer role. The job sounded terrific but the advertisement said the employer specifically needed a candidate with an unrestricted practising certificate.  Whilst this might be the employer’s preference, there is certainly no legal requirement in Australia for an in-house counsel to have an unrestricted practicing certificate and we thought it might be a good opportunity to clear up possible confusion on this topic.  Since the commencement of the The Legal Profession Uniform Law (Uniform Law) and Rules in 2015, al ..read more

In a world where convenience is at our fingertips, from groceries to transportation, it’s natural to wonder why securing a job isn’t as simple. Many lucrative career opportunities remain hidden from public view, particularly in the legal field. Savvy employers understand that top lawyers are often too busy to scour job listings. Moreover, they prefer to keep strategic hires discreet to avoid tipping off competitors. To position yourself as a sought-after candidate, consider the following strategies: Leverage Social Networks: Ensure your LinkedIn profile effectively showcases your skills and e ..read more

In today’s competitive job market, the demand for skilled legal professionals often exceeds the available supply. A recent survey by Seek highlighted that 50% of the top 20 hardest-to-fill roles across all sectors were in the legal field. Despite the challenges, there are strategic steps you can take to improve your recruitment outcomes and secure top talent. Plan Strategically: Before initiating the hiring process, it’s crucial to have a well-defined plan in place. Determine the key stakeholders involved, outline the interview process, and establish a clear timeframe for decision-making. Ant ..read more

One of the lesser joys of recruitment is trawling through dozens of profiles on Linkedin, with nagging doubts about whether each person is as good as their profile suggests and whether they are truly ready to make a move.  From a candidate perspective, relying on Linkedin for a new role is impersonal, time consuming and risky. With no sign of legal recruitment activity slowing down in 2024, we felt there had to a better way for us to innovate and evolve our range of services.  That is why we launched the Elias Legal Talent Pool. The talent pool is a platform where employers can brows ..read more

It’s always exciting when a business that has been in operation for already 23 plus years continues to grow and soar to new heights. After only placing high level professional Legal roles, Jason Elias saw a gap in the market that needed to be filled, mainly fuelled by a clients’ need to now source Legal /Business Support roles that would support the Lawyers they were hiring. With a clear vision in mind Elias Recruitment approached Eva Wilson to assist in this very endeavour and for the last 6 months it’s proved to have been a fabulous decision. The success stems from Eva and Jason having ..read more

Elias Recruitment Recognised as Best Boutique Recruiter in Australia at RCSA Awards at Luna Park Sydney, 1/6/23 — Elias Recruitment, a leading boutique recruitment agency, is thrilled to announce its recent accolade as the Best Boutique Recruiter in Australia at the prestigious RCSA Awards held at Luna Park. This recognition highlights the agency’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and outstanding service within the recruitment industry. The RCSA  Awards are highly regarded within the recruitment industry, celebrating and recognising the achievements of organi ..read more

The jobs market remains  buoyant.  54% of HR leaders expect their headcount to grow and demand continues to outstrip supply in a candidate short market. The national unemployment rate is at a record low of 3.5% the lowest since 1974 and 1.7 points below March 2020 when the pandemic first struck.  The highest areas of demand are in Banking and Finance, Corporate, Property, Insurance, Commercial Litigation and Employment law.  Some trends we have observed are:  Biggest jump in roles was insolvency, Increasing by up to 67% but from a small sample size so to be treated wi ..read more

Many of you may know that Elias Recruitment works closely with other agencies to expand opportunities for our candidates and widen the talent pool for our clients. Part of this is through  network called NPAworldwide. I have been lucky to be involved in the leadership and was recently the Chairman of the Board from March 2020 to March 2022. ANZ members had their first conference since Covid at the beautiful seaside resort of Manly on Sydney’s northern beaches. Guests came from across  Australia and New Zealand as well as international speaker Mike “Batman” Co ..read more