Once a candidate accepts your offer, it can be tempting to move on to the next hire. However, well-managed onboarding greatly impacts how quickly a new hire settles in, how confident they feel, and how long they stay.

Interviewing candidates can feel daunting, it’s another thing to add to your leadership to do list. Taking a thoughtful approach to find the right person creates a positive experience for you and the candidate.  

The start of a new year is the perfect time to hit refresh on your career. Whether you’re in property, construction, or corporate services, small updates to your approach can make a big difference in helping you land the role you want. Here are our top three tips for candidates looking to stand out in 2026. 

As the year winds down and inboxes (slowly) start to quiet, December is the perfect time to take a step back and reflect not just on what you achieved this year, but how you felt about it. 

In recruitment, we see it every year: January brings a surge of professionals re-evaluating their paths. But the truth is, the best career decisions aren’t made in a rush after the holidays they start now, with a little honest self-assessment. 

Here’s how to use December to get clarity on your career goals and set yourself up for a confident start to the new year. 

As the year winds down, November marks the start of Mingle Season or Silly Season as others like to refer it to, a time filled with industry parties, conferences, informal meetups, and networking events. While it might feel overwhelming at first, attending these gatherings can be one of the most effective ways to uncover new opportunities, grow your professional network, and boost your career. Whether you’re looking to make new connections in property, construction, or corporate services, Social Season is your chance to shine. 

In Melbourne’s property and construction market, project managers are in higher demand than ever. The Victorian construction industry contributes over $50 billion annually to the state’s economy, employing more than 300,000 people. From large-scale residential towers to infrastructure upgrades and commercial fitouts, project managers sit at the heart of delivery ensuring developments are completed on time, on budget, and to the highest standard. 

But in 2025, what exactly are employers looking for in project managers? At Belkirk, we speak daily with leading developers, consultancies, and contractors, giving us a clarity on the skills that make candidates stand out. Below, we’ve outlined the five capabilities employers value most right now. 

The beginning of September marks the start of Spring which means it's the perfect time to dust off more than just your shelves. It’s time to refresh your resume. 

At Belkirk, we believe your resume should reflect not just where you have been, but where you are going. Whether you're actively job hunting or simply preparing for future opportunities, a well-crafted, up-to-date resume is one of the most powerful tools in your career toolkit. 

It's the final stretch of winter. If you’ve found yourself hitting snooze more often, struggling to get through your to-do list, or feeling uninspired at work, you're not alone. 

At Belkirk, we believe career resilience is built not just through productivity, but by taking care of yourself. In this second part of our winter series, we’re focusing on ways to protect your mental wellbeing, manage burnout risk, and preserve energy even when motivation is low. 

Here are 7 simple, practical ways to boost your motivation in winter, both personally and professionally. 

Winter in Melbourne can be a challenging season. Shorter days, grey skies, and chilly mornings all have a way of creeping into our routines, affecting our mood, motivation, and sense of progress. In fact, studies show that up to 66% of Australians experience lower energy levels and mood dips during winter. This shift can impact not only how we feel, but how we show up at work, in our job search, and in our personal lives. 

Looking for a new role can feel daunting, and at times like a full-time job in itself. There’s no perfect formula, and timing can play a big part. But there are a few simple, practical steps you can take to give yourself the best chance.

Here are Belkirk’s top three hints for jobseekers, things we know make a real difference when you're putting yourself out there.

Breaking into the property development and planning sector in Melbourne can feel overwhelming at first. It's a fast-paced, relationship-driven industry where who you know often matters as much as what you know. But don’t worry, if you’re a graduate or simply new to the Melbourne market, the good news is that there are plenty of ways to build your network and become known. 

Commercial construction — spanning office buildings, retail centres, hotels, and industrial facilities — is set to play a defining role in Victoria’s evolving built environment. As we look toward 2026, the sector is entering a new phase, marked by technology integration, sustainability mandates, and renewed private and public investment.