15/07/2026
Every day, our consultants are speaking with employers and professionals across Australia's real estate, property, development and construction sectors. Rather than adding to the noise, we thought we'd share what we're actually hearing from the market.
This fortnight's observations:
📌 Hiring confidence is strengthening.
Many businesses that paused recruitment earlier in the year are beginning to move ahead with hiring plans, particularly for growth-focused and business-critical positions.
📌 Top candidates aren't staying available for long.
The strongest professionals continue to attract interest from multiple employers. Delayed interview processes are still resulting in businesses missing out on preferred candidates.
📌 Employers are becoming more selective.
Rather than rushing to fill vacancies, many businesses are taking a measured approach, focusing on long-term fit, proven experience and the ability to add value from day one.
📌 Office expectations are becoming clearer.
Many employers are reinforcing in-office attendance as part of their long-term strategy. While candidates continue to ask about flexibility, businesses that are upfront and consistent about their workplace expectations from the outset are experiencing smoother hiring conversations and stronger alignment throughout the recruitment process.
📌 Candidates are asking more questions before making a move.
Salary remains important, but it is rarely the only deciding factor. Leadership, business stability, career progression and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact are all playing a bigger role in a candidate's decision-making process.
No headlines, no speculations, these are the insights we're hearing every day from employers and candidates across the country.
If you're planning to hire or considering your next career move, we'd love to share what we're seeing in your part of the market.
