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Keegan Adams Recruitment is a national boutique recruitment agency that specialises in the financial services industry.
Established in 2010, we believe in the power of long-term relationships with you - our clients and candidates. As such, many of our relationships span over 20 years.
Explore what the Keegan Adams difference means for you.
We succeed by targeting specific sectors, fostering long term relationships that allows us to match the right candidate with the right role at a better than industry average rate.
Steady and sustainable growth.
We don’t pursue new work with everyone in the market. We are boutique by design. This allows us to provide a bespoke level of service and care that is hard to match.
Explore what the Keegan Adams difference means for you
We succeed by targeting specific industries, fostering long term relationships, and maximising our candidates’ career opportunities.
Targeted talent selection for your key areas
By focusing on a select group of roles, our recruitment is more targeted and draws on interlinked pools of candidates. Our ability to connect candidates to clients is improved, and we can provide better estimates on fill time.
Repeat business for repeat advantages
Ideally, we work across all pillars of our clients’ business and become their partner for future work. In this, we gain a better understanding of their business and are able to close vacancies faster and better than competitors.
Steady and sustainable growth
We don’t pursue new work with everyone in the market. Rather, we perfect our service delivery for our existing clients and candidates to deliver the best care possible. This way, we grow without ever spoiling your experience.
The foundations of our success
We succeed by targeting specific industries, fostering long term relationships, and maximising our candidates’ career opportunities.
Thought leadership in your industry
We reinvest our profits into crafting useful insights for our candidates and clients. Read cultural and financial insights into your specialisation today.
Insights from our experts
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…
Are you satisfied with your bonus?
In 2024, the Australian investment and wealth management industry is navigating a period marked by changing market conditions, regulatory shifts, and evolving workforce expectations. Bonuses and salary increases have become critical factors in attracting and retaining top talent, especially as firms strive to balance performance incentives with cost management amid uncertain economic landscapes. Trends…
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