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​We recently caught up with one of our amazing Working Holiday Visa candidates Emma, who shared her tips and tricks for those wanting to make the move to Australia!Q. What sparked the move to Australia?It is something I’ve always wanted to do. The lifestyle, weather and having friends here made m...

​For many people, hearing the news that you are being made redundant can come as a shock. Redundancies can bring about stress, frustration, and anxiety, especially with the uncertainty of future job prospects. Whether you anticipate the news or it takes you completely by surprise, the step-by-ste...

​In the ever-evolving landscape of job interviews, video interviews have become increasingly prevalent. They may appear more intimidating than traditional face-to-face meetings, but with the right approach, they can be just as effective. In this article, we'll guide you through the strategies to ...

Want to make a career pivot? There are multiple factors to consider before swapping industries or areas of expertise. Our consultants most commonly see agency talent moving to client-side, especially after extensive experience in the industry. Less commonly, talent will move from client-side to a...

Our team thinks no more than 2-3. However, there are some caveats.It depends on the nature of the role you’re applying for.Most of the CVs we see average 1-3 pages. It's best to leave the details and narratives for the interview. One pager CVs are common for recent graduates or candidates with up...

Feel put off by job opportunities with five days in the office? Told every recruiter and hiring manager you need to work at least 2 days from home?You’re not alone. Now into our third year of WFH, where are we now?Recent graduates will likely never know a job requiring five days in the office or ...

​Working holiday makers on visa subclass 417 are coming back and ready for 6 month contracts, whether that be in agency or client-side. They could be the Stopgap to a busy end of year period, especially for SMEs that are feeling the burden of the ongoing talent shortage. Contractors can provide t...

Being made redundant is hard. We sympathise with you. Unfortunately, many candidates of ours have had this experience over the past couple of months and are on the journey to find a new role. Our agency-side consultant, Larisa Todd has noticed more redundancies over the last 6 months and clients ...

​Interview preparation is always essential regardless of how much experience you have. Many of the open-ended questions might feel like you're being tricked but it's just an opportunity for you to present your best self. As our consultants always remind candidates, an interview is just as much ab...

The past few weeks have seen a huge uptick in opportunities for both agency and client-side. On the flip-side, unfortunately many of our candidates have experienced redundancies across media agencies and client-side also as a result of reduced media and advertising spending. Our Senior Consultant...

​Frustrated with the job market? Roles seem few and far between and reports of the highest employment rates in years might have you wondering how to navigate your job search.Our team wants to assure you that with some patience you can find the right role. Whether you’re looking for a marketing or...

Working Holiday Visa’s are changing. Restrictions have now expanded to be more inclusive and offer greater benefits for those coming to Australia and moving to the UK. The Australian government has created new pathways for working holiday makers to live and work in Australia. Most notably from Ju...

​Agencies have done lots to adopt flexible work over the past three years. But have they done enough in terms of role flexibility, part-time work and job sharing? Our agency-side consultant, Larisa Todd, thinks not and there are so many untapped benefits agencies could use.With the changing natur...

​Location, location, location. It’s top of mind for job seekers and especially younger generations looking for full-time employment. With many Australian businesses embracing remote work or refraining from mandating face to face time, many Aussies are packing up and moving to regional areas, inte...

​We talk a lot about finding the perfect job, getting interviews and setting yourself up for success in the job search process. But what if you don’t want the job? Whether you’ve got multiple offers or decided to keep searching, here are the best ways to politely decline an offer.Start with a Cal...

​Here’s the inside scoop on the job market and recruitment for agency and client-side 2023. I asked our experienced consultants where they think the market is going and how we can find opportunity and hopefulness this year.What to expect this year.Our General Manager, Helen Bosworth, says althoug...

​In case you missed it, we've updated our salary guides for 2023.Salaries have changed quite significantly over the last few years. Here’s our latest updates to Agency and Client-side salaries.Our guide is based on Stopgap’s internal analysis and is intended only to give you a ‘feel’ for the leve...

​Visa requirements are constantly changing. This can be a challenge for candidates and clients, so here are our top updates for February 2023. Here are the main highlights that will let you stay and live in Australia for the visa duration.Working Holiday Visa relaxationThose on Working Holiday Vi...

​Recruiters can be your key for finding the next best step in your career. It’s essential to know how the process works to benefit your job search. First Impressions MatterOur recruiters appreciate candidates that take the time to introduce themselves via email or LinkedIn before scheduling any c...

​Surprised AI is automating agencies? The variety of automation tools available to agencies is rapidly transforming output and even costing.How does AI help agencies?Identifying marketing opportunities Analysis of data can help identify the most effective ad-spend and marketing opportunities. Age...