Simon Hawkes-Lynn
Director & Co-Founder
Career and education background:
I began my career in the bright lights and big city of..."Birmingham” yes, I’m a Brummy and with it, a huge Villa fan! I like many, went travelling the world and fell in love with Sydney. I relocated Down Under in 2012 and spent the first five years working for a large FTSE-listed global recruitment business. After that, in early 2017 I co-founded Talenza – with one mission – to create a business where recruitment is flipped on its head, and to build an organisation that leads the charge in changing the perception of the industry for good.
What I’m passionate about:
In early 2021, I became lucky enough to gain the title of ‘Dad” welcoming my son Albie into the world, I couldn't be prouder of him and my beautiful wife Claire! When I'm not with them (or working), you can usually find me in one of two places…the golf course or the footy pitch! When I get the chance, I love nothing more than packing a bag and exploring new destinations both near and far! If this happens to accidentally include a gin distillery, a niche brewery or a local vineyard then so be it 😊
What you can call me for:
If you’re interested in hearing more about the Talenza journey or if you feel I can add value to you or your business in any way – please reach out. I love networking and building genuine value-add relationships and pride myself on our customers experiences. I truly believe an open & transparent recruitment model lays the foundations for longstanding trusted partnerships.
Over the last ten years in Aus I’ve built up a strong network in the technology & transformation space, partnering with multiple blue-chip organisations and helping to change the perception affiliated with the recruitment industry in general. As an experienced executive recruiter, I’m privileged to call many clients “friends” and honestly love helping others in similar situations.
Two facts about me:
Half decent ex-footballer whose sporting glory days are well and truly over! Now a poor golfer, keen runner & an average surfer!
I am part of the 1% of the population that can’t stand coffee!
Simon's jobs
View all jobs- Government
Project Officer
- Parramatta
- Up to AU$455 per day + + Super
- about 9 hours ago
Our client the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment are hiring for a Project Officer to join the Executive Director's Unit, within the Climate Change and Sustainability Division. The successful candidate will be working in a hig...
- Government
Senior React Developer
- Parramatta
- AU$850 - AU$1050 per day + Super
- about 13 hours ago
Role: Senior React DeveloperDaily Rate: $850 - $1050 + SuperDuration: 9 months (likely extension)Location: Parramatta/WFH FlexThe Clien...
- Change Management
Change Manager
- Sydney CBD
- AU$150 - AU$180 per annum + + Super
- about 14 hours ago
Talenza have been engaged by one of Australia's largest international insurance and reinsurance companies to source a Change Manager to join their risk team. This role is based in Sydney's CBD, fixed term 12-month contract with vie...
- Change Management
Change Manager
- Melbourne CBD
- AU$150 - AU$165 per annum + + Super
- about 14 hours ago
The Change Manager will play a key role in delivery of a number of important projects and is responsible for managing the planning and implementation of the end to end change management process. The role primarily focuses on the ad...
- Business Intelligence & Data Analytics
Junior / Mid SQL Developer / Data Eng...
- Brisbane
- AU$90000 - AU$115000 per annum + Super + Bonus
- about 18 hours ago
Talenza are recruiting for a Data Engineer! Nothing new there, but this is a great role for someone to form part of a growing team as they expand and continue thei...
- Projects & Transformation
Senior Business Analyst - Internation...
- Sydney
- AU$850 - AU$1000 per day + plus super
- 1 day ago
Talenza have been engaged by one of Australia's leading banks to source an experienced Functional Senior Business Analyst for the delivery of a business critical international payments initiative The Role
- Projects & Transformation
Risk & Controls Manager
- Sydney
- AU$900 - AU$1000 per day + Super
- 1 day ago
Talenza has partnered with a one of Australia's Leading Property Developers to find a Risk & Controls Manager for a 12 Month Contract. The Risk and Controls Manager is a key me...
- Government
Executive Director: Policy Reform
- Sydney
- AU$1500 - AU$1600 per day + Super
- 1 day ago
Executive Director: Policy ReformLocation: Parramatta, Sydney, with great flexibility Rate: $1600+ per day + Super Contract Length: 6 months with extension option Note: Must be at ED level and have exper...
- Projects & Transformation
Project Manager
- Brisbane
- AU$115000 - AU$125000 per annum
- 1 day ago
Talenza represents a leading Australian Insurance company who are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their well established and passionate team. This company prides themselves on vison, creativity, ownership, and passion a...
- Projects & Transformation
Project Manager
- Sydney
- Negotiable
- 1 day ago
Talenza have been engaged by one of the "big four" banks to source an experienced Project Manager to play a key role in the project management of a business critical risk and compliance program.This is a fantastic opportunity to play a k...
- Projects & Transformation
Senior Business Analyst - Digital (Ba...
- Sydney
- Negotiable
- 2 days ago
Talenza have been engaged by one of Australia's leading banks to source an experienced Senior Digital Business Analyst. The Role The Senior Business Analyst position is an initial 12 month contract rol...
- Government
Product Delivery Lead: Agile
- Sydney
- AU$1000 - AU$1100 per day + Super
- 2 days ago
Product Delivery Lead: Agile Location: CBD, Sydney, in a flexible hybrid environment Rate: $1000 - $1100 per day + Super Contract Length: 6 months with probable 12 month extension Note: Must have experie...