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The Legal Market by the Numbers: What the Latest Data Means for You
Labour market data is painting a clear picture of how Australia’s legal profession is evolving, and what that means for both lawyers considering their next career step and for firms looking to hire. According to the ABS Labour Force, Australia (August 2025), the national unemployment rate nudged up slightly to
A New Generation of Graduates – What’s Changed and What It Means for You
It’s clear that the latest wave of law graduates brings with them a fresh set of expectations, and it’s more than just anecdotal chatter among recruiters. Let’s dig into what the data tells us. According to Jobs and Skills Australia, the professional workforce, including the legal sector, is forecast to
Jason Elias re-elected to the RCSA Board
Elias Recruitment is pleased to announce that Jason Elias has been re-elected to the Board of the Recruitment, Consulting & Staffing Association (RCSA), representing recruiters across Australia and New Zealand for the next two years. For clients and candidates, this matters. RCSA is the peak body for the recruitment, staffing
Why Culture Isn’t Just “Nice to Have”
In August at RCSA’s SHAPE Conference, I had the chance to sit in on Dr Adam Fraser’s keynote, and I haven’t stopped thinking about it since. Adam, a human performance researcher, has spent decades studying what drives sustainable workplace performance. His work with elite athletes, military units, and global organisations
AI in Australian legal practice: a 2025 guide for firms and lawyers
At Elias Recruitment, we know AI is no longer just experimental in law, it is operational, and expectations are rising. The Law Council of Australia has established a central hub that aggregates guidance and updates on AI (including Generative AI). It’s an important tool for everyone in the legal profession,
The Classy Quit: How to Resign without Burning Bridges
The only certainty in life is change, so when you change jobs – do it well. You have said “yes” to a new offer and now it is time to finish strong. A clean, compliant resignation keeps your personal brand intact and reduces stress caused by a “bad leave”. Your