your next move begins here

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CONNECTING RECRUITERS.
ELEVATING CAREERS.
AMPLIFYING SUCCESS.

We’re redefining the Rec2Rec industry.

Dean James was established with a clear mission to connect the dots and unlock the best recruitment talent on a global scale.

Rec2Rec
Redefined

Dean Stallard, the industry-leading founder behind Dean James, stands at the helm of a dynamic Rec2Rec firm poised to revolutionise the industry. Equipped with global experience and networks, Dean keeps an unwavering focus on the top 20 percent of high-performing talent in any one market.

Carving a niche in advancing the careers of recruiters through fresh opportunities in new firms and emerging markets. Dean Stallard boasts an impressive career, honed over two decades, reaching Managing Director in a world-renowned recruitment firm.

His tenure was marked by overseeing a team of more than 200, an experience that fortified his talents in recruiter development, team assessment, and unlocking the untapped potential within individual recruitment professionals and leaders.

The Dean James vision is ambitious and transformative. Taking this ability to find, assess and mentor high-performing recruiters from the shared perspective of our own, we aspire to redefine the very essence of Rec2Rec. Subverting expectations and delivering an unrivalled Rec2Rec experience for recruitment leaders.

Dean Stallard
Founding Partner
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OUR IMPACT

Dean approached me with an excellent and challenging opportunity, one which allowed me to progress my career to the next level. He backed it up with ‘best in class’ support and communication while helping me secure this exciting role.

Alistair Reynolds
Country Manager, Hong Kong

Dean is personable and performance-oriented. Someone you can trust to get the job done with no fluff and a lot of straight talk. Having worked with him as a colleague previously, I got to see firsthand how and why he has been able to build such strong relationships with his candidates and clients for years. I recommend you do the same. Simply put - if you are a top performer for your recruitment company in APAC and want to make the right move for your career, drop Dean a line.

Charles Breen
Country Manager, Japan

I recently worked with Dean to secure a fantastic position and could not recommend him more to anyone looking for a new position or to secure a fantastic hire to your team.  

From our first interaction and every touch point from them on, it was clear Dean was class above the rest. His stye was authentic, highly knowledgeable and took the time to understand not just my career and skillset, but also what truly made me tick. His communication was exemplary, keeping me in the loop at every step and offering counsel when required.

Donna Tutte
Account Director, Australia

Dean James has been an outstanding partner in our quest for top talent in Australia's competitive recruitment industry. Their rec2rec service has consistently exceeded our expectations, connecting us with exceptional professionals who have seamlessly integrated into our team. Dean James is committed to excellence and took time to understand our culture to ensure the values of the candidates match ours. Their longevity in the industry and deep understanding of the specialist recruitment market enables them to seek and find the best in the market.

Christine Wright
Group CEO, BlueFin Resources

Dean has been such a pleasure to work with. He was extremely thorough in understanding my background and area of expertise, and gave various options of organisations that fit the bill. What I really appreciated was his understanding of the market, the leaders and the desks that were on offer. He then helped me secure my dream job with a dream boss and team, and I can’t be more grateful. Highly recommend dealing with him if you’re looking to take a leap of faith in the market!

Mae Yin Chan
Snr Account Manager, Australia

I engaged Dean for multiple senior management searches, and our experience with him was highly successful. Dean's vast network across the Asian business landscape proved to be a significant asset in pinpointing ideal candidates for each search. His prior experience as a senior recruitment leader was evident in his ability to rapidly and profoundly comprehend our unique needs, offering pragmatic advice that we implemented to yield remarkable results. Dean's expertise and strategic approach were instrumental in the success of our senior management hires, and I highly recommend his services to any organisation seeking top-tier talent.

Thomas Farrelly
REGIONAL Director, NORTH ASIA

Dean James
Leading rec2rec

Why Dean James?

Dean James is your all-in-one Rec2Rec partner, serving as your recruitment expert, strategic process advisor, and brand advocate. We create true customer-centric partnerships, leveraging our expertise and networks.

How does Dean James match candidates to job specifications?

We commence the search after a detailed job description and briefing, ensuring alignment with your expectations.

How does Dean James structure our services?

We discuss all costs upfront and offer an initial free consultation. We offer various payment structures, including retained, exclusive, contingent and project-based, tailored to your needs.

How does Dean James keep candidates engaged throughout the process?

We keep candidates informed and engaged at every step; providing regular updates, feedback, and interview support promptly.

How do I know my personal information and conversations are kept confidential?

We have a strict Privacy and Confidentiality Policy. Right from the beginning of contacting us, we are transparent with what information we are and will keep you informed with what we intend to share with any third parties. Additionally, we also ask for permission before adding you to our Dean James database.

Dean’s support and understanding of what I was looking for in my next role has led me to find my dream job.
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Sara Purdue
Senior Divisional Manager,
Australia

YOUR PARTNER IN CAREER
ADVANCEMENT

Elevated Opportunities

We connect you with the best clients and best opportunities that will help your thrive in your next career move.

Expert Guidance

We have walked the walk in recruitment with 20 years spent building a successful career. This allows us to see what you need and the best next step for you and your career.

Matchmaking Excellence

We’re experts in matching skills and ambition, ensuring perfect alignment between you and our clients.

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finding Exceptional Recruiting Talent Across the Globe.

We’re committed to your success and connecting you with outstanding talent from a variety of recruitment agencies, including those in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and the Asia Pacific.

We are your brand ambassador in the market, representing you with professionalism, and a deep understanding of you and your business while delivering results-driven execution.

WE’RE PROACTIVE.

Our team are always on the pulse of the recruitment industry, not just in cities like Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and across Australia, but globally. We actively seek out only the best talent, ensuring we connect top professionals with leading recruiter jobs and opportunities in technical, senior, and executive recruitment. We're ahead of the game in the dynamic field of Rec2Rec and recruitment.

We’re Transparent. 

We’re straight shooters. Dean James ensures every aspect of our Rec2Rec and recruitment services remains transparent and honest every step of the way from the position description, expectations, and feedback. We clearly and promptly keep you informed and engaged throughout the recruitment process. 

We’re r2r Experts.

With two decades of experience in the recruitment industry globally, Dean James is at the forefront of Rec2Rec. Our expertise spans Australia - Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth - and extends to key Asia Pacific markets. We excel in connecting the right people with the right opportunities, understanding the intricacies of running and growing high-performing recruitment businesses better than anyone else. Trust us to redefine recruitment and find your best match.

Impact. Globally.

Sourcing the greatest talent and opportunities in recruitment knows no bounds. At Dean James, our decades of experience, excellence and high performance in the recruitment industry have made us globally sought after.

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