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The Loyalty Paradox: 5 Forces Reshaping Australia's Talent Market in 2026

The 2026 HAYLO Salary & Talent Insights Report is in, and it paints a clear picture: the relationship between employers and employees is being renegotiated. Pay has gone up. Loyalty hasn't followed. Flexibility has become a baseline expectation rathe...

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Insurance Broking Career Path: Account Executive to Broker Salaries in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane

The blog maps Australia's insurance broking career path, account executive to account manager to broker, with 2026 salary bands for Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane at each stage, plus the qualifications and behaviors that actually drive progression.

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General Insurance Hiring in Australia Has Changed. Most Haven’t Caught Up.

Hiring in general insurance has fundamentally changed. Roles aren't lost to competitors, they're lost to speed and indecision. Danielle Marshall, Co-Founder at HAYLO People, explains why most insurers are still hiring like it's 2021 and what needs to...

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When We Give, We Gain: Building Stronger Teams At HAYLO

We are proud to partner with organisations that value Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Our goal is to help you build a culture where every person feels represented and connected, whether you're hiring for Claims Management, WHS, or Insurance leadersh...

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Australian Job Ads Hit 16 Month High

Australia’s job ads have risen 3.2 percent in February, reaching their highest level in 16 months. Unemployment is holding steady at around 4.1 percent and hiring confidence is clearly improving.

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NSW Workers Compensation Reforms: What It Means for RTW Hiring and Retention

The NSW Workers Compensation Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 has passed the Legislative Assembly and is set to reshape how organisations approach workers compensation, psychological injury claims, and return-to-work (RTW) programs across New South Wa...

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People are the heart of our Industry! Workers Compensation & Health Safety Networking Event in VIC

We were thrilled to host our second Workers’ Compensation, Work Health and Safety, and People, Network & Connect event in Victoria on Thursday, 11 September 2025. Following the success of our Sydney event, HAYLO People, Clarity Workplace Solutions,...

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Recruitment Market Update: Self-Insurance Workers’ Compensation as we close 2024

As 2024 unfolds, the workers compensation landscape in Australia continues to evolve rapidly, driven by regulatory changes, rising claims costs, and a shifting talent pool. For Workers Compensation Managers, Leaders and Internal Recruitment Teams, th...

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Your Ideas Matter, Be Confident!

Regardless of your gender we can all play a large part in promoting equality especially in the workplace. This year’s the theme for International Womens’ Day is #InspireInclusion. It’s a great focus to have, but as a woman and as a company director, ...

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Workers Compensation Market Update, June 2023

Our 2023 Workers Compensation Talent Insight and Salary Survey is almost ready to be published! Whilst it’s being analysed and prepared for publication Haylo People Director and Co-Founder Andrew Smith has put together a market update. Please watch t...

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Top 5 Reasons Why You Need a Mentor

Do you have a mentor? If not, you may want to consider getting one. Having a mentor can be incredibly valuable for both your personal and professional growth. Haylo People founder and Co-Director Danielle Marshall explains why having a mentor is so i...

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Generational Lens on Psych Workers Compensation Claims

Anecdotally most of us in the industry were already aware, but Allianz’s Workers’ Compensation data now confirms that psychological injury claims have increased dramatically, 17% compared to pre-pandemic levels. And the biggest increase is by the Gen...