Chris Gray
Founder & Technical Recruiter
Ten years of experience across Data & Technology roles in Australia. Key niches: Data Science & AI, Financial Markets Tech.
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About GuidedTalent
We built GuidedTalent for organisations hiring in the corners of technology where specialist talent is scarce: data science and AI, start-ups, financial markets & public sector technology. We take the time to understand each market, and each client's people, culture and pace, then design engagement models that fit rather than defaulting to a standard fee. The result is candidates who suit the role today and keep growing with the business.
Results
Experience that informs our work
As a newer business, we are careful about how we present experience. Rather than overstate the history of the brand itself, we prefer to be clear: our specialist bring years of experience in niche recruitment markets and long-standing relationships across the sectors they support.
200+
Placements completed by specialists
Services delivered by specialists
- Permanent Hires
- Labour Hire & SOW
- Payroll Services
- Salary Benchmarking
- Advertising & Talent Attraction
- Labour Market Testing
<2%
of roles filled requiring replacement
People
Our team
Experienced specialists. Direct relationships.
Values
What guides us
Our work is shaped by a clear set of values that guide how we advise clients, engage candidates and build long-term relationships. These principles reflect the way we think, work and show up in the sector.
Genuine – We are authentic, honest and expert navigators of your hiring journey.
Uplifting – Empowering organisations to build stronger teams and communities through charitable impact.
Inquisitive – Deeply curious experts who dig beneath the surface to understand your team’s real needs.
Discerning – Thoughtful, considered counsel – applying our expertise to ensure we only recommend candidates we would hire ourselves.
Empathetic – Deeply invested in the human side of hiring – understanding both your team’s needs and what motivates top talent.
Driven – Relentless in our pursuit of excellence, going further to deliver the hires that transform your team.
Social impact
EmployChange
Every placement we make gives back. A portion of revenue from every placement is donated to causes that matter.
Learn moreWe give back with every placement – a portion of revenue from every role we fill is directed toward social impact.
Four causes, many charities – donations are directed to four main cause areas – environmental sustainability, unemployment, health and disability support, and Indigenous community programs – each with a curated list of approved charities.
A shared decision – the hiring manager and the successful candidate both have a say in choosing which causes their placement supports.
Let's discuss your hiring needs
If you are hiring in a specialist market and want a recruitment partner who brings context as well as connections, we would love to hear more about your team and what you need.
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