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Access to Exclusive Opportunities

Many of our roles are exclusive or never advertised publicly. Through long-standing client relationships, candidates gain access to opportunities not available via job boards.

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Specialist Career Advice

Our specialist consultants are practitioners in their markets. They understand the realities of your industry and the decisions that come with building your career. They provide honest advice on salaries, market conditions and career opportunities, helping you make confident decisions about your next move.

3

Advocacy Throughout the Hiring Process

We act as a genuine career partner, representing candidates professionally, providing transparent feedback and helping negotiate the best possible outcome.

4

Relationships That Last Beyond One Placement

We focus on long-term careers, not one-off transactions. Many candidates work with us multiple times throughout their careers as they progress into new roles and leadership positions.

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What candidates say about us 

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I had a very positive experience working with the Perigon team. As someone relatively new to the Australian job market, the process can often feel uncertain, but Zac made it clear, smooth and very well coordinated from start to finish.

Елена Ребрикова

Hayley is amazing. She was super friendly, professional and accommodating. She was so personable and honest it was really refreshing and above all, I felt that she took the time to get to know me before finding my employment match. Thank you, Hayley

Amy Bourke

Adam is a top-notch professional. Very efficient and keeps a smooth operation running. Absolute pleasure to deal with.

Vlad K

Exceptional. Savannah communicates promptly and was kind enough to check in with me before and after each part of the recruitment process. I really appreciated it.

Adam Ryan

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Insights from the team

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October 14, 2026
Your first career step shouldn’t be taken alone. Hear Jade Blackburn and Jani Peut on Perigon Group’s Buddy and Mentor Program. Graduate Program 2027 is open.
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September 24, 2026
What does it look like to build a career in recruitment at Perigon Group? It starts with the right foundations. Our Rookie Program gives new consultants hands-on training, guidance and support as they take their first steps in recruitment. As they grow, our Talent Development Program provides the next stage of development, helping our people continue building their skills and confidence. And who better to talk about that journey than someone who has lived it? Our Director Sara Vanderheld started her career as a principal consultant and has progressed through the business to become a Director, supported by our Talent Development Program along the way. In this video, Sara chats with Elle Borissow , who experienced our Rookie Program firsthand, about career development, growth and what it’s like to build a career at Perigon Group. Career growth shouldn’t be left to chance. It should be supported, developed and built with you. If this is the career and experience you're looking for, register your interest today for our latest Graduate Program 2027 below!
Two people seated indoors against a brown wall with a large leafy plant behind them.
October 14, 2026
Your first career step shouldn’t be taken alone. Hear Jade Blackburn and Jani Peut on Perigon Group’s Buddy and Mentor Program. Graduate Program 2027 is open.
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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I break into a risk, governance, legal or compliance career?

    Most entry points come through analyst, coordinator or advisory roles, with a background in law, finance, audit or business well regarded. A specialist recruiter can help you identify which roles suit your existing experience and where the transferable gaps are.

  • What can I expect to earn in a risk, governance, legal or compliance role?

    Salaries vary widely by seniority, sector and location, with compliance officer and risk manager roles generally tracking above broader corporate services benchmarks. A specialist consultant can give you a realistic, up-to-date view based on current market rates for your experience level.

  • What can I expect when I partner with Perigon for a risk, governance, legal or compliance role?

    You get a specialist consultant who understands your market and acts as a genuine career partner throughout the process. This includes honest advice, transparent feedback and support negotiating the best outcome.

  • How does Perigon support me through the hiring process?

    You’re represented professionally at every stage, with transparent feedback and help negotiating the best possible outcome. Perigon focuses on genuine advocacy, not just filling a role.

  • Will AI replace risk, governance and compliance jobs?

    AI is changing how compliance monitoring and risk reporting are done, but human judgement remains central to interpreting regulation and managing stakeholder relationships. The roles are shifting rather than disappearing, with growing demand for professionals who can work alongside these tools.

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In summary

Perigon Group’s risk, governance, legal and compliance team supports candidates at every stage of their career, drawing on more than 150 years of combined leadership experience and access to a candidate network of over 400,000 people. The team’s approach is built on four principles: access to exclusive, often unadvertised opportunities through long-standing client relationships; specialist career advice grounded in practitioner-level market knowledge; genuine advocacy and transparent feedback throughout the hiring process; and long-term relationships that extend beyond a single placement, with many candidates returning as they progress into new roles and leadership positions.