QUINN ALLAN - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Consultant, Accounting and Finance
With a BA degree majoring in Sociology from University College Dublin, Amy commenced her career in sales within the retail sector before relocating to Australia in 2019. Post relocation, Amy gained exposure to business banking with one of Australia's major banks before kickstarting her recruitment career.
Joining Quinn Allan's Accounting and Finance practice in early 2023, Amy specialises in finance operations recruitment, with proven expertise in delivering permanent and contract solutions across various industries.
Amy is highly capable of introducing quality and best-fit talent on engaged assignments. She has a clear passion for working with people and enjoys building relationships and delivering successful recruitment outcomes.
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- Director, Tax Compliance and Reporting
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- Partner, Accounting and Finance
Charlie has extensive recruitment experience gained locally and abroad, where he worked for a global recruitment firm. Prior to joining Quinn Allan in 2021 as a Partner, Charlie led a successful Accounting and Finance practice in Melbourne for four years and London for five years prior. The training and foundation of his recruitment career, along with his global perspective, have equipped Charlie with a high level of commercial acumen balanced with the ability to pay attention to finer details whilst delivering a professional service.
Specialising in accounting and finance, Charlie and his team exclusively recruit contract accounting roles. Hiring contractors can be reactive, for the most part, whether backfilling the BAU work for a project, year-end support or Christmas and parental leave covers.
Either way, Charlie can offer a high-quality, quick-fix solution moving at speed. He has a ‘values-based' style and is consultative in every engagement. Charlie is passionate about sport, one of the major reasons for immigrating to Melbourne, along with escaping London winters.
Charlie is a trusted recruitment partner - he is able to understand the requirements beyond the PD and find a shortlist of high-quality candidates quickly to keep the recruitment process moving. He is always open to feedback and is able to pivot as things change. I look forward to continuing to work with Charlie on future recruitment processes.
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- Senior Consultant, Accounting and Finance
Chey commenced her career in recruitment in 2014 and quickly developed a true passion for partnering with people to uplift careers. She previously managed the outsourced recruitment function for a sizeable Melbourne-based construction business. Within this role, Chey delivered high-volume recruitment campaigns across Accounting & Finance, IT, Marketing and Operational functions.
Chey is a dedicated, people person who thrives on building relationships and delivering quality outcomes. She invests the time to understand the individual career aspirations of people and develops trusting partnerships with hiring businesses to identify opportunities that move both careers and companies forward. Focusing on providing temporary and contract recruitment services within Quinn Allan's Accounting & Finance team, Chey has a proven deep market knowledge and works with a sense of urgency.
Job Titles:
- Consultant, Accounting and Finance
Claire joined Quinn Allan's Accounting and Finance practice this year after moving from the Technology recruitment space.
With a BA International Business degree focused on HR and Finance, this market has always interested her. Claire migrated to Australia in 2019 and, prior to recruitment, has worked across multiple industries, including insurance and finance. Claire has an extensive customer service and sales background, allowing her to go above and beyond for her candidates and clients. She is a relationship-driven individual who understands the importance of quality outcomes.
Job Titles:
- Principal Consultant, Accounting and Finance
A career recruiter specialising in Accountancy and Finance appointments, Dale holds a BA International in French and Politics from University College Dublin, and a first-class honours MSc. in International Management from Galway University. Having joined a boutique recruitment practice as their first graduate, Dale has specialised in advising part qualified accountants on their careers across multiple industry sectors including FMCG, retail, technology, and pharmaceutical amongst others. Dale then led Graduate Recruitment for Audit, Tax and Legal graduates for Deloitte Ireland.
Prior to relocating to Melbourne, Dale was the Principal Consultant at Ireland's fastest growing recruitment practice, focussing on advising qualified accountants on career moves, specialising in the newly qualified to five years post qualification experience market.
Dale is a firm believer in a consultative led approach, and has a passion for ensuring that both candidates and clients are equally heard and involved at every step of the recruitment process.
Job Titles:
- Partner, Accounting and Finance
A pivotal part of the Accounting & Finance practice group, Daniel brings over ten years of experience in identifying and acquiring quality talent. With a unique blend of in-house and agency capabilities, he is well-positioned to partner with recruitment teams and leaders to understand their challenges.
Commencing his recruitment career at a US multinational company, Intel Corporation, Daniel was responsible for engaging with and onboarding talent across engineering, finance and technology. Moving to Melbourne in 2017, Daniel gained local experience working as a Talent Acquisition Business Partner at BMW, where he was responsible for onboarding people across an extensive range of corporate roles. He also worked with a national accounting specialist agency, where he refined his ability to partner with accounting talent.
Moving to Quinn Allan in 2019, Daniel has developed to become a Partner within the business. He has a passion for external partnering and has developed a reputation in the market for his honest and transparent approach. With a Bachelor of Commerce and a Master's in Corporate Strategy and People Management, Daniel prides himself on building trusted relationships with clients and candidates alike.
Job Titles:
- Group Executive Finance & Strategy and Chief Financial Officer
I have used Quinn Allan to recruit a high-performance business improvement and program team. James constructively engaged with us to understand our requirements and he really worked hard to pull together a team that was amazing. Similarly, again we needed a strong data analyst with very specific experience, and Quinn Allan was able to proactively engage to understand our requirements and placed the perfect candidate with us. The key value proposition that Quinn Allan provides is they deeply understand the requirements and are able to source the right talent pool to enable to a strong basis for final selection. I highly recommend Quinn Allan to any professional organisation that is serious about talent acquisition.
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- Chief Financial Officer, Ligeti Partners
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- Partner, Executive and Leadership
With a BSC (Hons) in Psychology and over 20 years of experience recruiting in the competitive finance, accounting, and commercial markets in Australia and the UK, Gavin focuses on connecting high-calibre candidates with exciting career opportunities.
Gavin brings proven expertise to recruiting across various industries, a robust professional network, and working within a tight-knit and collaborative team of specialist recruiters at Quinn Allan. From aspiring finance leaders to C-suite executives, Gavin spends his time building a network of hard-to-find talent and helping them create long-term careers while making a fundamental difference and impact on the companies they join.
Gavin has successfully recruited for a diverse range of companies, from scaling local businesses to global giants, each requiring a thorough and customised approach responsive to their business needs and cultures. What stays constant is Gavin's commitment to providing a respectful, consultative, and ethical service that connects companies to the best talent the market has to offer.
I have worked with Quinn Allan and the team there for a number of years and was introduced to them when I was working at a previous organisation. I have always found James and the team to understand the talent market and its constant changes extremely well, have deep networks and deliver on what they say they will which is always important to me when working with external partners. The Quinn Allan team are experts in their field and always a pleasure to deal with. I have introduced Quinn Allan to my current organisation, after them having no dealings in the past due to the above facts and look forward to a continued long-term partnership.
Job Titles:
- Manager, Specialist Energy Markets
Graham is an experienced recruiter within the Melbourne market, who currently leads a specialist Energy and Renewables division at Quinn Allan.
Graham relocated from Scotland to Melbourne in 2017, after graduating with Honours in International Business Management. He has since developed a reputation for engaging with exceptional talent and delivering high-quality permanent and contract recruitment solutions across a range of industries. His expertise covers Energy, Renewables, Engineering, Finance, and Commercial markets, which he has gained whilst working for a combination of successful multinational and boutique recruitment companies.
Graham is passionate about sustainability and loves recruiting within the Energy and Renewables sectors, especially positions related to supporting the Energy Transition. After delivering on difficult-to-fill assignments in the areas of Pricing, Analytics, Trading, Risk, and Portfolio Optimisation, his interest was ignited and he saw an opportunity to support Energy organisations on a deeper level, in a highly competitive talent market.
Graham is a huge fan of all things Sport, Travel and Music. In his spare time, you can usually find him on the golf course, watching Melbourne at the MCG, or exploring the Australian outback.
Job Titles:
- Principal Consultant, Accounting and Finance, Brisbane
Hannah is an experienced recruitment professional within the Brisbane market who has developed a strong reputation for providing an open and honest approach, and building long lasting partnerships.
After setting up and running her own successful business in Sydney and Brisbane for over ten years, Hannah took the leap into the world of recruitment in 2021. Hannah started her recruitment career working for a global firm, specialising in Accounting and Finance recruitment. She has experience recruiting across a wide range of roles in the Finance and Accounting job families, and has successfully developed a specialism in the Financial Services sector.
Hannah enjoys engaging with exceptional talent and helping them to pursue their career goals, and partnering closely with a range of businesses to provide high-quality and individually tailored solutions. She joined Quinn Allan Brisbane at their inception in 2024, and is excited to be a trusted partner in your recruitment journey.
As the founding Partner of Quinn Allan, James delivers a personable, insightful, and refreshingly genuine approach to adding value at every stage of the recruitment process. He honed his expertise as an executive search professional within multinational, ASX listed and privately held specialist search firms, where he led teams and managed strategic national accounts.
With more than twenty years of executive search experience, James specialises in recruiting current and future leaders in commercial and financial services organisations. His specialist skills include identifying, acquiring, and retaining key talent with exceptional technical and leadership capabilities. James has also received accredited training in behavioural-based interview techniques and is dedicated to balancing his clients' requirements whilst upholding the highest level of candidate care. He has extensive market knowledge and a reputation for delivering comprehensive and well-timed executive search assignments.
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- Deputy CFO - Strategic Finance, RMIT University
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- Chief Financial Officer, Salta Properties
With a Post Graduate qualification in Human Resources Management and over 30 years' experience recruiting specialist HR and senior Business Support roles, Karen has a strong reputation for her ability to match talent to the right work environment and leadership styles. Karen has supported clients within various industry sectors including professional services, as well as commercial and not for profit organisations.
Her commitment and passion for the recruitment profession is the cornerstone of her success, and consequently Karen has built genuine long-term relationships and extensive networks.
Known and respected for working in a truly collaborative fashion, Karen has deep working knowledge of Human Resources and its specialist job families. Her unique experience enables Karen to delve deep to understand business requirements and provide a superior experience. She is a genuine business advisor with the expertise to assist her clients to build their teams and execute their people strategies.
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- Chief Financial Officer, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
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- Managing Partner, Brisbane
With an international recruitment career spanning over ten years Mark brings a wealth of experience to the business, having a deep understanding of the recruitment industry and local labour market.
In 2014, Mark left his native New Zealand for London, where he kickstarted his recruitment career. Joining a global firm, Mark immersed himself in one of the most dynamic markets in the world. After gaining invaluable experience in the United Kingdom, he moved to Australia where he led several high performing multi-disciplinary teams across Melbourne and Brisbane. In 2024, Mark made the move to lead Quinn Allan Brisbane.
Mark has deep experience in both leading specialist recruitment teams and delivering successful outcomes within the Accounting and Finance job family. Mark and his team are uniquely positioned to partner with you, given their strong working knowledge of the Brisbane employment market and proven functional expertise. He is excited to continue providing an authentic, high-quality and relationship-first service. Degree qualified in Finance, Mark has always personally specialised in Accounting and Finance recruitment, with a successful track record in appointing Qualified Accountants, up to and including Chief Financial Officers
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- Talent Partner, South East Water
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- National Talent Acquisition Manager
I have used Quinn Allan in recent times to recruit high-performance Investment Operations specialists. Daniel was hands-on in engaging with us to get an in-depth understanding of our requirements and was exemplary in pulling together a diverse and talented pool of candidates. The key value proposition that Quinn Allan provide is their considered and thorough approach in identifying the pool of talent, all the while maintaining an appreciation of the time we are investing in the process.
We have partnered with Daniel at Quinn Allan over a number of years for a range of recruitment requirements across our finance function and wider business. Daniel has always taken the time to truly understand our requirements before introducing us to exceptional candidates. He is very passionate about what he does and runs a quality process. I would highly recommend Daniel and Quinn Allan for any critical hiring needs
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- Human Resources Manager Corporate & Asset Management, McMillan Shakespeare Group
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- Chief Risk Officer, ENGIE Energy Marketing Australia Pty Ltd
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- Finance
- Recruiter
- Partner, Accounting and Finance
Rachel is an experienced finance recruiter with a wealth of knowledge in permanent and contract recruitment. Having started her career as a graduate in the UK, Rachel quickly developed a natural flair for recruitment and a passion for the industry through eight successful years across two globally recognised agencies.
In 2012, Rachel migrated to Melbourne and continued to build her network and expertise in the finance sector, where she thrived in a competitive market with two privately owned Australian firms. It was here that she evolved into the consultative, fun-loving recruiter she is today.
Now fully established in the Melbourne market with ten years of local experience, Rachel continues developing her network and playing an active role in recruiting qualified finance professionals across all sectors. Rachel has a real passion for recruitment and is well-known for her enthusiastic and honest approach when partnering with clients. She goes above and beyond to meet deadlines and expectations through tailored advice and guidance that ensures a successful outcome.
Rachel Morton has played a key role in helping build out our ‘A-team' in finance. Rachel understands our business and the change journey we're on and always sources candidates with the right values and commitment to their work and career. Rachel always takes the extra step needed through the recruitment process and is always in search of the best outcome, not the quick close. A quality that is highly valued.
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- Manager, Technology, Data and Project Services
With a Bachelors degree in Communications & Marketing, Richard brings over 13 years' recruitment experience gained in a range of markets in the Netherlands, New Zealand, and now Melbourne. During this time Richard has held key account management roles in technology supporting the FMCG, retail, telecommunications, and financial services sectors. He now specialises in identifying hard-to-find talent in the data and analytics vertical.
Richard brings proven leadership skills having built and managed teams of up to 10 specialist technology recruiters, offering contracting, temporary, and permanent placements. His expertise also extends to lending essential support to start-ups and scaling businesses, as well as hosting data-related podcasts and networking events.
Richard enjoys making a difference for candidates and companies, understanding the needs of both whilst creating genuine lasting relationships. In true Dutch fashion Richard loves a good quality process and with Richard it is "what you see is what you get".
Outside of work he enjoys going on a hike, camping, and surfing.
Job Titles:
- Consultant, Accounting and Finance
Since starting his recruitment career in 2021, Sam quickly became a consultant of choice for his candidates and clients. Graduating from the University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Finance and Management, Sam previously operated in the Public Sector space.
Sam gained valuable experience recruiting for various verticals and received excellent feedback from both candidates and clients about his attentive nature, as well as his industry knowledge and expertise. Sam is passionate about building genuine, long-lasting relationships and is best known for his ability to meet candidate and client requirements and his consultative nature, giving the best recommendations for his stakeholders to ensure a positive outcome for all parties.
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- General Manager - People & Culture, Chobani Australia
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- CFO & Company Secretary, OVO Energy
Tegan started with the Quinn Allan operations team in 2024 as an Executive Assistant. With experience as an Executive Assistant for C-Level executives and Business Leaders, she is passionate about effective support and business. With experience in a variety of industries including Information Technology, Film and Media, and Property; Tegan has deep industry knowledge in local and international markets.
Tegan graduated with a Master of Marketing from Griffith University in 2022 before relocating to Melbourne from Queensland. Organised, personable and with good instincts, she is well known for her enthusiastic, initiative-taking approach to her duties and is committed to delivering exceptional support, contributing to the success of Quinn Allan.
I have worked with Charlie for over 5 years and have been impressed with his collaborative approach and willingness to learn about my organisational needs not just now but also in the future. Quinn Allan know their value proposition and succeed in providing the right candidates in this space.
Job Titles:
- Business Development Manager
Ty is a proven Digital Transformation leader in international markets. Having forged a career in start-up technology environments, Ty brings his in-industry knowledge to empower his clients on their projects.
Prior to his move to Australia and joining Quinn Allan as the technology Business Development Manager, Ty led Fortune 100 company Ingram Micro's UK Intelligent Automation and Artificial Intelligence Practice back in the UK.
Previously, Ty was a Business Manager for a Big Data firm after having started his career as a Consultant for a Digital Transformation firm.
Priding himself in creating genuine and lasting business relationships, Ty's experience puts him in a unique position to provide those meaningful and specialist insights to his clients. Being a South African, sports is at the heart of Ty's weekend plans alongside working on his car/motorbike. You'll also find Ty's nerdier side gaming and playing MTG with his friends.