We have an award winning team
With more than 50 years' combined experience, ASR is home to some of the most talented consultants in the business.
Our team is ready to help
Ben Cass
With over 9 years of recruitment experience across the UK and Australia, Ben has developed a strong track record specialising in Insurance and Financial Services recruitment.
Throughout his career, Ben has played a key role in building and developin
Sean Yates
Technology and Transformation & Change
Sean is a Principal Consultant specialising in Technology, Transformation and senior appointments. With extensive experience across the Australian recruitment
Eden Sayyadi
Technology and Transformation & Change
With almost 10 years experience across Business Transformation, Eden has built a reputation for deep market insight, high-impact delivery, and a client-first approach…
Seán FitzGerald
Accounting & Finance and Investment Management
Seán began his recruitment career in 2017 and has joined Keegan Adams in our Melbourne office after relocating from Dublin where he recruited across accounting and finance functions…
Chelsea Caguioa
Chelsea plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our recruitment processes. As part of our offshore team in the Philippines, she handles essential administrative tasks, such as…
Hayley Ashall
A passionate and driven entrepreneur, with a career spanning 15 years dedicated to the recruitment industry. Specialising in executive search and leadership roles across Finance & Accounting…
Jesse Bird
As Finance Manager at Keegan Adams Recruitment Jesse is responsible for managing Payroll, HR, Operational matters, and all things …
Aoife Kelly
Banking & Lending, Business Support, Facilities, Real Estate & Property Services, HR & Talent Acquisition, and Insurance
In 2021, Aoife embarked on her recruitment career, discovering her niche within the Corporate Service division…
Francesca Mackenzie
Investment Management, Superannuation, and Wealth Management
Chess joined us from the UK where she has had great success working across Temporary and Contract Recruitment within the Investments…
Rosie Keegan
Investment Management, Sales & Marketing, Superannuation, and Wealth Management
Since 2016, Rosie has built a successful career in recruitment and is a long-standing consultant at Keegan Adams. She specialises in…
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Reintroducing Technology & Transformation at Keegan Adams
Over the past 10 years, my career has been focused on project services, transformation and technology recruitment, working closely with organisations as they navigate change, build capability and bring new ideas and technology to life. Having now been with Keegan Adams for a year, I’ve had the opportunity to work closely with our clients, understand…
2026 State of the Workplace report reveals true market conditions
Job insecurity and polarised demand amount to a disorienting, sluggish job market. That’s what this year’s research found, published in the 2025/2026 annual Keegan Adams Financial Services Talent and Employment Report. Fear is driving an asymmetric job market, but forces are reshaping historic candidate movements, precipitating migration to smaller firms. Meanwhile, demand for very specific…
Latest news headlines on Australian labour market
From hiring challenges and talent shortages to salary trends across investment management and superannuation, Keegan Adams is at the forefront of conversations shaping the financial services, corporate services, and technology and transformation sectors. Drawing on insights from our latest 2026 State of the Workplace report, our team regularly contributes expert commentary and market intelligence to…
What does the future of work in Australia look like?
Last week, we were delighted to welcome clients, candidates and industry leaders to our annual Future of Work event, featuring renowned futurist and workforce expert Dr Ben Hamer. Attended by professionals from across HR, Talent Acquisition, People & Culture and business leadership eager to explore the trends shaping the future of work, the event offered…
Payments in ANZ: A Market Maturing – and What That Means for Talent
Payments in ANZ feels different in 2026 – and the recent RBA surcharge decision has only accelerated that shift. For years, the narrative was simple: growth, adoption, disruption. That’s still true — but it’s no longer enough. What we’re seeing now is a shift toward a more mature phase, where margin, regulation, distribution and execution…
The Shift in the Financial Controller Role Across Funds Management, Superannuation & FinTech
The Shift in the Financial Controller Role In recent months, we’ve observed a marked rise in demand for Financial Controllers across Funds Management, Superannuation, and FinTech sectors. Compensation data aligns with this trend, reaffirming that these roles now command higher salaries and expectations. Compensation Trends: What the Numbers Show Average base packages for Financial Controllers…
The Rise of Fractional C-Suite in Boutique Financial Services
Why private wealth and family offices are opting for flexible leadership Boutique financial services firms, particularly within Australia’s private wealth and family office sectors, are increasingly turning to fractional C‑suite executives. This model offers access to top-tier leadership without the long-term cost or commitment of a full-time appointment. For firms navigating growth, complexity, and regulatory…
Keegan Adams Recruitment Annual Event Recap – Boost Productivity & Retention in 2025
2025 Annual Report: The Evolving Workplace We are pleased to launch our 2025 Annual Report: The Evolving Workplace — our second annual report and a reflection of our ongoing commitment to providing a valuable resource to our clients and candidates each year. This year’s report goes beyond salary benchmarking, offering in-depth insights into how businesses…
The Evolution of Australia’s Superannuation Industry and Keegan Adams Recruitment’s Strategic Role
The Rapid Transformation of the Superannuation Sector The Australian superannuation industry is undergoing a period of rapid transformation, driven by consolidation, regulatory shifts, and the internalisation of investment management. As of the September 2024 quarter, total superannuation assets reached $4.1 trillion, reflecting a 3.7% increase over the quarter. This growth underscores the sector’s critical role…
Funds Management Distribution Market Update 2025
The Australian funds management distribution market is experiencing significant transformation as we move into 2025. In the face of evolving industry dynamics, fund managers are contending with a declining financial adviser base, institutional market consolidation, intensifying competition, fee compression, and shifting investor preferences. This update delves into the key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the…