Our Team
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Jonathon Burrows
Director | Private Sector
Jonathon has worked in senior leadership roles in the recruitment industry since 2015. He specialises in sourcing talented individuals for technical roles in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, Commercial Property & Facilities and Property Development nationally. Jonathon holds an Advanced Diploma in Marketing, so uses his skills to attract skillsets using non-traditional recruitment marketing activities including specialised advertising. Jonathon works in candidate-short markets so is an expert at understanding candidate motivators and marketing the correct USP's of an organisation.
Expert fields: Construction | Property | Design
Ph: 0402 690 489
Email: jonathon@approachconsult.com.au
Michael Hoole
Director | Federal Government
Michael has worked with Federal Government clients for over eight years in recruitment, executive advisory and managed services. When recruiting, Michael works closely with candidates and clients, using the depth and breadth of his expertise to ensure a unique match that enables individuals, companies and industries to flourish. As a problem solver with a passion for research, Michael goes beyond resumes and position descriptions to understand what drives people and business outcomes. Michael has established networks across Canberra’s c-suite and can be relied upon to deliver senior appointments for public and private sector.
Expert fields: Government | ICT
Ph: 0421 471 640
Email: michael@approachconsult.com.au
Liam Gates
Director | Corporate Services
With nearly a decade of experience in the recruitment industry, Liam has developed partnerships with a diverse portfolio of clients spanning sectors, including Government (State and Federal), Consulting, and the broader Defence Industry. Drawing from this extensive background, Liam brings exceptional knowledge and insights to professional recruitment activities. His leadership and management of specialised recruitment functions across Human Resources, Policy/Project, Marketing, and Management Consulting underscore his expertise and effectiveness in the field.
Expert fields: HR management | Consulting
Ph: 0466 603 659
Email: liam@approachconsult.com.au
Mikaela Jessup
Operations Manager
With over a decade of experience in HR across both the public and private sector, and recently working as a c-suite executive, Mikaela brings a wealth of corporate experience. Mikaela has university level qualifications in commerce (HR), project management, public administration as well as property development.
Expert fields: Project Management | Operations | HR
Ph: 0455 455 567
Email: mikaela@approachconsult.com.au
Ange Richardson
Assistant Operations Manager
With a professional background that spans both hotel management and human resources, Ange brings a rare blend of premium client-service expertise and deep HR understanding. It’s a combination that aligns perfectly with our values and the way we partner with clients and candidates.
Expert fields: Operations | HR
Ph: 0458 502 971
Email: ange@approachconsult.com.au
Andy Newland
Manager | ICT
Andy leverages his extensive expertise in Federal Government ICT to partner with Senior Executive and hiring managers to provide operational solutions. With a deep understanding of both delivery-focused and technical resources, he actively engages to understand strategic objectives, identify delivery hurdles, and offer informed advice. Andy’s warm and personable approach builds trusted relationships, and his insights are regularly sought by his clients and candidates. Adept in navigating the dynamic landscape of Digital Transformation and ensuring solutions are continually fit-for-purpose, Andy recognises the unique challenges each organisation is facing and the skilled specialists required to deliver outcomes.
Expert fields: PMO | Business Architecture | Infrastructure
Ph: 0466 429 552
Email: andy@approachconsult.com.au
Max Miller
Senior Consultant | Accounting & Finance
Max strives to offer both clients and candidates the market knowledge they need to achieve the best outcome. He believes results are best achieved through genuine, long-lasting relationships. He works to understand people’s goals so they can find fulfilment in their work. Drawing on his psychology background, he always takes a 360-degree view of the recruitment process. Max specialises in Finance and Accounting talent acquisition in the Canberra market.
Expert fields: Accounting | Finance
Ph: 0407 264 765
Email: max@approachconsult.com.au
Josh Holland
Senior Consultant | Legal
Drawing on his background as a ‘team builder’ for a successful local business, Josh has been sourcing exceptional talent for seven years, primarily for legal and procurement teams. Josh regularly works with lawyers, law firms and government, placing talented individuals in commercial law and legal counsel areas. Josh is well-connected with management consulting practices, law firms and government organisations, so understands the sector well. Josh has a strong focus on matching client and candidate values and expectations.
Expert fields: Legal | Procurement
Ph: 0456 611 936
Email: josh@approachconsult.com.au
Nick Anlezark
Senior Consultant | Property & Construction
Nick works across the Construction & Property market here in Canberra, partnering with the best construction, consultancy and commercial property businesses locally. Nick has a background in Construction working on large residential and commercial projects as a foreman and understand technical requirements within the construction and consultancy space, having been on the other side. Nick focuses on ensuring that candidates and clients in a candidate short market have all the correct information available to make informed decisions.
Expert fields: Property | Construction
Ph: 0421 573 586
Email: nick@approachconsult.com.au
Nathan Malcolm
Principal Consultant | Blue Collar & Manufacturing
Nathan has over six years of experience in Canberra’s Blue Collar job market, specializing in recruiting Electricians, Plumbers, Carpenters, HVAC Technicians, Security Technicians, Machine Operators, and Grounds Staff. With a background in Demolition and Asbestos work, he brings firsthand knowledge of onsite operations and the daily demands of trade professionals.
Expert fields: Blue Collar & Manufacturing
Ph: 0421 312 811
Email: nathan@approachconsult.com.au