Professionals in Australia

Our company just launched a “transformation initiative” that looks suspiciously like the same program we tried two years ago under a different name. We’re all being asked to align with the vision but … more

My manager is like a ghost, he's barely around. I get no guidance and check ins only when asked. On the surface it’s nice to have freedom, but half the time I don’t know if I’m crushing it or quie… more

RMIT offers good opportunities to develop skills in student support and events, and some teams are very supportive and professional. That said, management can be inconsistent, communication unclear, a… more

I recently completed my Master of Data Science in Australia and have 2 years of experience as a Master Data Management Consultant. Lately, I’ve been applying for Data/Business Analyst roles mostly thr… more

Has anyone navigated switching industries here in Australia, and how did you go about building new connections or learning the ropes quickly? Any advice for making the transition smoother in the local… more

Any suggestions for Elder’s Test Analyst Role interview ? This is the 1st time I am interviewing for Test Analyst Role in Australia. If anyone has any experiences please share. Any headsup will be hig… more

i’m looking for jobs, i’ve given so many interviews but i either don’t hear back or am told that oh sorry we are trying to balance the gender ratio etc etc i have been told i have everything they need… more

I always wanted to work in film, but life circumstances had me choosing the more responsible/stable option. 12 years into my corporate gig, I feel ready to venture out into the filmmaking world. I aim… more

What would you say are going to be the biggest culture shocks, even work-culture shocks, for someone moving out of Australia to work in the US? I was born and raised here and love how things are in th… more

I’ve heard mixed stories about how openly people in Australia treat those who come from different backgrounds. As someone moving there soon, I worry about experiencing subtle or overt racism. Has anyo… more

I’m planning to live in Sydney, but I’ve read that the public transport system can sometimes be unreliable or confusing for newcomers. Has anyone tried commuting daily using buses and trains there, an… more

It’s been two years that I’ve been trying to gain local experience for my CV. In almost every interview, the final question is whether I have any local experience. As soon as I say no and explain that… more

Is it true that all the deadliest animals are in Australia? I have a couple of job opportunities lined up for me, and about 4 of them would need me to move to the country. I hate to sound immature, bu… more

What's your favorite weekend getaway if you live in Sydney? My wife and I have yet to explore the city as tourists because we moved here for work, and settling into our schedules and daily lives h… more

I've been a graphic designer for almost 15 years, and even though a lot of people are scaring me out of my own profession, saying I'll be replaced soon, I know that agencies that understand th… more

I moved to Australia for my partner and have been working freelance for mostly clients from back home in the UK. It's been incredibly hard to find friends or like-minded people. I work in the lega… more

Do you like your coworkers? I love my job and how much I have to apply myself every day, but if there's one thing I really wish were different, it'd be who I get to surround myself with. I wor… more

My time at Acknowledge Education was tough, especially with management. Head office seemed disconnected from the Perth campus, and the Campus Manager (CM), though not a direct boss to everyone, acted … more

Just found out a corrupt former senior employee has scored a big job elsewhere. What does one do?

I've been skipping lunch to wrap up work early. I make sure to have a hearty breakfast to power through the day. Anyone else do this or have similar habits?

I recently resigned from Harvey Norman Aspley, Queensland. The reason was the TOP salesperson Ravish was stealing quotes and switch selling consumers into other products. I lost $1000 in commissions … more

Hey, I’m Sivan!
I’ve spent the last 9 years working in admin and data entry, and I genuinely love keeping things organised and running smoothly. I’m quick, accurate, and have handled everything from in… more

How are the exit opportunities for Consulting folks nowadays? And at what levels (e.g. manager, director) would you find the best exit ops?

Looking at tech, industrials/energy, healthcare, telecom, defence - open … more

Which city is better for single professionals in their late 30s? Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth?

Well how do one who is inexperienced find a job here in tasmania

After quitting, how long do people usually have a break before starting a new job?

Is one year too long?

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The role was moving into was made redundant two weeks before my start date due to business restructure, it happened on the week I was finishing up at my recent job and now unemployed. I am going to power through … more

Hi all planning to quit my current company due to a highly toxic superior.
I am too afraid to quit as I am worried about the market that is already down.
I am a Service delivery manager and I am looking for similar… more

Is there a way to say “this process makes no sense” in a way that won’t make me sound like a jerk? I’m trying to push for changes on my team but the second I question anything, people get weird. How d… more

Is it normal to feel more productive on the weekends? Half my work gets done in these two days when the noise dies down. I hate that my best work happens during my free days, but I also feel like I ca… more

Hi everyone, I'm interviewing for a Senior Consultant role at EY in Australia. I've had an initial screening and a one-hour interview covering technical and behavioral questions. Next week, I have a face-to-face inte… more

Offered a Job in AECOM in the energy team. Can anyone please share their thoughts regarding work culture and learning opportunities?

I’ve always been the person who never says no, but now I’m just burnt out and resentful. I don’t even want half the projects I’ve taken on. Is it possible to start saying “not this time” when people are s… more

Been getting calendar invites for 7:30am standups from a new director based in another time zone. I already log in by 8 but this feels like a slippery slope into earlier and earlier workdays. Should I… more