Office address: Level 10, 333 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Website: www.sladegroup.com.au
Year established: 1967
Company type: staffing and recruiting
Employees: 30+
Expertise: leadership development and succession planning, executive recruitment and talent acquisition, onboarding and talent retention strategies, research and market mapping, board and organisational reviews, diversity advisory, remuneration and benefits
Parent company: N/A
Key people: Anita Ziemer (ED), Geoff Slade (executive chairman), Fiona Lewis-Gray (operations and administration), Carla Hewitt (office coordinator), Rosslyn Mastrangelo (BDM), Vincent Borg (senior consultant), Tony Calderone (senior consultant)
Financing status: N/A
Slade Group, headquartered in Melbourne, is a leading recruitment firm with over 55 years of experience, offering executive, education, government, business support services and more. With a team of more than 30 professionals, they focus on fostering strong relationships between clients and candidates through honesty, transparency, and dedicated care. Their expertise spans a wide range of industries, emphasising personalised recruitment solutions for both parties involved.
Slade Group was founded in 1967 by Geoff Slade, starting with a $300 loan from his mother to establish GW Slade & Associates in Melbourne's CBD. By 1988, the company had grown to become one of Australia's largest recruitment firms, known for its innovative approach. In 1991, after working with Pacific Dunlop, Geoff Slade relaunched the business as Slade Group, continuing its leadership in recruitment and HR services.
Over the decades, they expanded their expertise, founding Interchange Bench to provide temporary, contractor, and payroll solutions. The company also formed partnerships with TRANSEARCH International Australia and Yellow Folder Research to strengthen its executive search and corporate research offerings. Its influence, under Geoff Slade’s leadership, has shaped the careers of many recruitment professionals across Australia for over four decades.
The company offers a comprehensive range of employer services tailored to specific industries and roles:
executive recruitment: specialised placement of senior leadership and executive roles across various sectors
accounting and finance recruitment: connecting employers with top finance professionals to meet organisational needs
HR and business support: recruiting skilled HR and administrative staff for key business functions
education recruitment: sourcing qualified professionals for roles in the education sector
sales and marketing recruitment: helping companies find top talent in sales and marketing
healthcare recruitment: recruiting healthcare professionals to fill essential roles in medical and care sectors
candidate services: providing support, career advice, and opportunities for job seekers to reset or advance their careers
Slade Group, a quality assured company with ISO 9001:2015 certification, integrates advanced technology and expert consulting into all its services. Their consultants connect high-performing talent with top-tier employers, ensuring a seamless recruitment experience for both clients and candidates.
Their culture is driven by a passion for recruitment, prioritising teamwork and professional standards to stay at the forefront of the industry. They invest in developing staff skills and processes, ensuring high-quality service. Their consultants are highly qualified and committed, supported by various employee benefits:
competitive pay with additional perks
social events and team-building activities
support for attending networking events and industry associations
combination of flexible and traditional work arrangements
remote work, altered hours, and more
empowerment to manage own time and workload
access to the right tools with comprehensive back-end support
Slade Group prioritises honesty, transparency, and candidate care, fostering strong client relationships. They focus on teamwork and continually refine strategies to uphold high standards. Combining best practices with technology, they ensure a top recruitment experience across Australia, driven by core values:
respect: toward employees, clients, and candidates
pride: in pursuing excellence
motivation: driven by quality and achievement
genuine: honest in every interaction
The company invests heavily in recruitment training, hiring individuals with the intelligence and skills needed to ensure successful hiring outcomes. Their experience, refined systems, and proven processes support consistent high-quality service across all levels. From leadership to front-line staff, Slade Group is committed to delivering exceptional results in recruitment and HR services.
Anita Ziemer is the executive director of Slade Group and Interchange Bench, while also serving as chair of Boss Hunting, Luxity Media, and a consultant at TRANSEARCH. Her experience includes roles as a NED at Wheeler Centre, regional chair at The Faculty and The Source, and chair of council at Melbourne Girls Grammar School. Ziemer holds a master’s degree from the University of Melbourne and a bachelor's in applied science with an advanced diploma in screenwriting from RMIT.
She is supported by a talented leadership team who help drive the company's strategic direction and operational success:
Geoff Slade, serving as the founder and executive chairman, oversees company vision, strategy, and industry relationships
Fiona Lewis-Gray, as operations and administration, manages day-to-day administrative tasks and operational efficiency across the organisation
Carla Hewitt, as office coordinator, handles internal communications, scheduling, and office management to ensure smooth operations
Rosslyn Mastrangelo, as business development manager, is responsible for client acquisition, retention, and expanding the company’s market presence
Vincent Borg, serving as senior consultant – healthcare, specialises in recruiting talent within the healthcare sector to meet client demands
Tony Calderone, as senior consultant, focuses on delivering tailored recruitment solutions across various industries, ensuring successful placements
They recently released the 2024 Slade Group Digital Marketing Salary Guide, offering valuable insights into compensation and benefits across the digital marketing industry. This initiative supports employers and job seekers in navigating changing workplace priorities and expectations. The company aims to continue leveraging data-driven insights to shape recruitment strategies and meet the demands of a dynamic job market.
Recently, Slade Group hosted their annual Biggest Morning Tea and raised significant funds to support Cancer Council Australia’s research and prevention programs. The company also participated in a volunteer day at Foodbank Victoria, where employees packed thousands of meals for families in need. Moving forward, it remains committed to supporting community initiatives and expanding its corporate social responsibility efforts.
