Heads of Product
Machine Learning Engineers
Product Directors/Managers
SEO/SEM Specialists
Technical Directors/Digital Directors
Technical Project Managers
UX/UI Designers
When it comes to creative digital recruitment, Melbourne’s The People Place specialise in placing Melbourne’s best digital minds in top roles across the city. From the tech-savvy districts of Southbank and Carlton to the innovative startups in Brunswick and the established tech giants in the CBD, our invaluable connections with industry leaders give us the edge.
By focusing on the right cultural fit for the team and building lasting relationships, we find a space where innovative developers, designers, and digital leaders are inspired, and in turn, inspire others.
Nic is genuine, and great with people. He has drive and an entrepreneurial streak, but without all the douchiness that often comes with it. When I first ventured out to start my own indie agency he was always there, more than happy to answer questions. It says a lot about him as a person, because some of my questions were really stupid in hindsight”
– James Orr, Creative Founder @ SICKDOGWOLFMAN
Thanks to extensive experience in roles just like those that we recruit for, we have a unique perspective and deep understanding of our partners digital recruitment needs.
This, along with our rich professional network allows us to recruit for contract, permanent and freelance roles, including:
AI Specialists
Chief Digital Officers (CDO)
Chief Experience Officers (CXO)
Chief Technical Officers (CTO)
CRM Specialists/Managers
Digital Account Directors
Digital Analysts
In addition, we recruit in these areas:
We’d recommend viewing the full list of roles our lead creative recruiter, Nic, specialises in.
The People Place was founded by Nicholas Cox who is an expert in Melbourne’s creative sector. Nic’s background in TV, advertising, and film production are just the beginning. He also used to lead iconic creative agency, Sunday Gravy.
We live by our core values of creativity, integrity, expertise, collaboration, empathy, and excellence, and specialise in creative digital recruitment. Melbourne trusts us to connect ambitious, high-calibre, and creative people with positions that align with their goals and strengths.
Discover more about our services at The People Place.
By focusing on finding the right cultural fit and building lasting relationships, we ensure vibrant, productive, and inclusive workplaces where good people thrive.
We offer flexible digital recruitment services, in both retained and contingent recruitment modes to suit your unique requirements.
Retained mode:
Contingent mode:
While we recommend retained mode for best results, we’d love to discuss your unique needs related to digital recruitment. Learn how a partnership with our lead creative recruiter, Nic, works.
Our recruitment process involves:
We’ll start with an in-depth discussion with you to gain a thorough understanding of your needs, expectations, goals, and company culture. This helps us to clearly define the role and identify the ideal candidate profile.
We’ll manage all aspects of scheduling interviews, making the process seamless and efficient for you and the candidates. This includes follow-up communications and feedback collection.
We’ll leverage our extensive network in Melbourne and across Australia utilising industry connections and various channels to find top candidates. This includes targeted advertising and executive searches.
We’ll facilitate negotiations, helping to finalise offers, salary packages, and other employment terms. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that meets the needs of both parties.
We’ll conduct comprehensive interviews and rigorous screening processes to evaluate candidates both professionally and personally, ensuring only the most suitable people are presented.
Our onboarding support ensures a smooth transition for new hires. We’ll assist with paperwork and orientation and provide regular check-ins to ensure satisfaction from you and your employee.
You’ll receive detailed profiles for each candidate, complete with CVs, portfolios, and interview insights. This removes guesswork and illustrates why each person is an excellent fit for the role.
We’re proud to be a member of the Recruitment, Consulting & Staffing Association (RCSA), which ensures that as a digital recruitment agency, we comply with the highest standards of ethics and professionalism.
You can be confident in our commitment to transparency, quality and integrity. If you’re ready to nail your creative digital recruitment in Melbourne, contact us at [email protected]