Human resources
What sets us apart
Genuine long-term partnerships
True expertise & experience
Quality processes
Trusted partners in HR recruitment
People and culture play a critical role in organisational success. At Quinn Allan, we support organisations across Melbourne and Brisbane to find, attract and appoint skilled human resources professionals who strengthen capability, culture and performance.
Our approach is relationship-led, quality-focused and grounded in specialist HR expertise.
Supporting hiring managers
HR roles sit at the intersection of people, leadership and strategy. We take the time to understand each organisation’s culture, structure and priorities, and we engage with people in a considered, professional and transparent way.
Whether supporting established teams, growing organisations or change-led environments, our focus is always on delivering a thoughtful process and well-matched appointments.
Many people we’ve partnered with during their HR careers return to us when building or reshaping their own teams. That trust is central to how we work.
Supporting hiring managers
HR roles sit at the intersection of people, leadership and strategy. We take the time to understand each organisation’s culture, structure and priorities, and we engage with people in a considered, professional and transparent way.
Whether supporting established teams, growing organisations or change-led environments, our focus is always on delivering a thoughtful process and well-matched appointments.
Many people we’ve partnered with during their HR careers return to us when building or reshaping their own teams. That trust is central to how we work.
Human resources recruitment
We recruit across the full HR spectrum, with specialist capability in:
HR and People & Culture leadership
Human Resources business partnering
Employee and workplace relations
Organisational development and change
Learning and development
Remuneration and reward
HR operations and advisory
Talent acquisition and workforce planning
We partner with organisations across Melbourne and Brisbane where strong people leadership and HR capability drive sustainable performance.
Recruitment services to help you find the right HR talent
Technology leadership
Access to experienced HR leaders and specialists across interim, fixed-term and permanent appointments.
Contract & interim talent
Skilled HR specialists available quickly to support projects, change or peak workloads.
Permanent recruitment
Carefully managed processes to appoint experienced HR professionals.
Fixed-term appointments
Support for defined-term roles including parental leave cover and transformation programs.
Beyond recruitment
Quinn Allan offers more than recruitment alone. Drawing on our experience and specialist expertise, we provide insight and support beyond individual appointments.
This work benefits both the organisations we support, through market insight and workforce planning, and the individuals who engage with us, through leadership and networking initiatives.
Leadership assessment
Salary guidance and surveys
Succession planning
Organisational structure
Market mapping and research
Networking and leadership events
Business leader coaching
Whitepapers and opinion pieces
Industry insights and thought leadership
Beyond recruitment
Quinn Allan offers more than recruitment alone. Drawing on our experience and specialist expertise, we provide insight and support beyond individual appointments.
This work benefits both the organisations we support, through market insight and workforce planning, and the individuals who engage with us, through leadership and networking initiatives.
Leadership assessment
Salary guidance and surveys
Succession planning
Organisational structure
Market mapping and research
Networking and leadership events
Business leader coaching
Whitepapers and opinion pieces
Industry insights and thought leadership
What people say about working with us
We’re proud of the long-standing relationships we’ve built across the human resources community.
The people we partner with value our communication, care and commitment to a high-quality recruitment experience.
I had a pleasure of working closely with Karen to fill many strategic HR positions and can honestly say she’s incredible at her job. Karen has a great understanding of the talent market and the essential ingredients to build strong client relationships. I had complete confidence in Karen’s understanding of my needs, the company’s organisational culture and also the type of person that would fit my leadership style. She is extremely thorough in assessing competencies and cultural fit and the art of matching good people with great organisations.
Karen is also a straight shooter (which I loved), extremely fun to work with and knows how to have a laugh. I would highly recommend her.
Sarah Hochholzer
General Manager, People & Culture
Chobani Australia
I’ve had the pleasure of partnering with Karen on a variety of searches, spanning HR, Legal, Finance, and Administration. In each instance, Karen demonstrated a deep understanding of the given brief, taking into consideration not only the technical requirements but also the unique culture of our company and the specific competencies needed. What sets Karen apart is her ability to go beyond the recruitment process. She consistently adds value to the brief by providing insightful information on current market conditions and realistic salary expectations. This additional layer of expertise contributes significantly to the success of our recruitment efforts. In summary, I can’t recommend Karen highly enough. Her dedication, understanding, and value-added approach make her an invaluable partner in the recruitment process.
Zoe Cochrane
Chief Operating Officer
Nexia
I had a pleasure of working closely with Karen to fill many strategic HR positions and can honestly say she’s incredible at her job. Karen has a great understanding of the talent market and the essential ingredients to build strong client relationships. I had complete confidence in Karen’s understanding of my needs, the company’s organisational culture and also the type of person that would fit my leadership style. She is extremely thorough in assessing competencies and cultural fit and the art of matching good people with great organisations.
Karen is also a straight shooter (which I loved), extremely fun to work with and knows how to have a laugh. I would highly recommend her.
Sarah Hochholzer
General Manager, People & Culture
Chobani Australia
Let's talk
Whether you're exploring your next HR opportunity or strengthening people capability within your team, we’d love to help.
HUMAN RESOURCES RECRUITMENT
Frequently asked questions
What HR roles do you recruit for?
We recruit across HR leadership, business partnering, employee relations, organisational development, learning and development, remuneration, HR operations and talent acquisition.
Do you support interim and fixed-term HR roles?
Yes. Many organisations require HR support during periods of change, parental leave or project delivery. We have a strong network of interim and contract HR professionals.
How do you match HR professionals with the right roles?
We take a people-first approach, understanding experience, leadership style, organisational fit and long-term career goals before making introductions.
What types of organisations do you partner with?
We support organisations across Melbourne and Brisbane including established businesses, growth environments and transformation-led teams.
How do you support hiring managers during HR recruitment?
We spend time understanding culture, leadership expectations and capability needs, then engage the market thoughtfully and present well-curated shortlists.
Do you provide market and salary insights for HR roles?
Yes. We provide up-to-date insights across Melbourne and Brisbane to support hiring decisions and workforce planning.
