Genesis IT Recruitment

If you want to understand whats happening in the Australian tech market, watch the contractors. Contractors stay closest to the market. Their careers depend on reading where organisations are investing and responding quickly when demand shifts. Contracting is sometimes misperceived as professionals chasing the next daily rate. The reality is quite different. Career contractors are...

Careers are rarely built through one giant leap. They are built through deliberate moves that steadily compound over time. Each role should add something new. A new skill, exposure to new technology, or experience contributing to a different type of project. Over time, these incremental gains begin to stack up and fundamentally change how the market values you. For that reason, every new role...

If youre considering using AI during your next interview, dont. What may feel like an advantage is increasingly being recognised by hiring managers and it is costing candidates credibility. The flawless answers. The monotone delivery. The subtle glance to another screen. Hiring managers are noticing. What may seem like a shortcut to sounding polished can quickly erode credibility and...

AI tools have made it faster than ever to craft, refine and tailor a CV. Used well, they can sharpen your narrative and save you precious time. Used poorly, they can do the opposite, minimise the impact of your collective experience and raise red flags. As recruiters reviewing hundreds of CVs, were seeing both. Heres how to use AI properly and where to exercise caution. The do...

When applying for a permanent role, its almost inevitable youll be asked two questions early on: What are you currently earning? and What are your salary expectations? We see every response, from open and transparent to hesitant or defensive. The reality is this conversation is unavoidable, and how you approach it can materially influence the opportunities youre considered for. The...

Youre probably no stranger to crafting a resume. But when did you last go through it with a fine-tooth comb to make sure it stands out from the crowd? With the average number of applicants to roles on the rise, you can't afford to get lost in the crowd. 6 Top Tips for Crafting a Killer Resume     Put Yourself in the Employer's Shoes This is an invaluable tip. When...

You may not know it, but a career in IT could be beckoning... Weve recently spoken to a number of candidates who are not currently working in the IT sector but would like to make the transition. Attractive remuneration, industry growth and job security are amongst the reasons people cite. But how hard is it to get into IT via non-traditional pathways and are skills?...

Theres no doubt contracting has become the popular choice for IT professionals seeking diverse experiences and a chance to excel in their field. I often wonder why Government isnt at the top of every IT professionals list of places to work. The IT Professionals Best Kept Secret There may be a legacy reputation that Government roles are not as fast-paced or...

Theres no doubt the last few years have been volatile. Having been leaders in the technology recruitment space for over 20 years weve seen our fair share of change. From the 2008 GFC to the Great Rehire to the Great Resignation (and everything in between) technology has evolved at an unprecedented pace. As Head of the ERP team Genesis IT, I can confidently say that whatever changes...

Greg Powell, National Sales Manager has interviewed over 1000 candidates in a career spanning 25 years. He has a little secret to share.... Having spent the majority of my working life in Recruitment, one thing that has become abundantly clear is that candidates who interview well have a better chance of securing the role than those who dont. What you may not know is that...