Job Description

Help shape the future of one of Australia's leading independent recruitment businesses.

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Mayday Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Chair to lead our Board through the next stage of growth.

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Since launching in 2016, MAYDAY has grown into a multi-brand recruitment business operating across New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria. With specialist divisions spanning Recruitment, Healthcare and Technology, we have built a reputation for exceptional service, strong client partnerships and a people-first culture.

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As we continue to evolve, we are looking for an independent Chair who can provide strategic leadership, strong governance and the confidence to challenge and support our Board and executive team.

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About the Chance

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This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished business leader who enjoys working with founder-led organisations and understands the balance between governance, growth and culture.

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As Chair, you will facilitate an engaged and high-performing Board, ensuring effective decision-making while providing guidance and mentorship to the Directors and CEO. You will bring an independent perspective, encourage healthy debate and help position the business for long-term success.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Lead and facilitate Board meetings, ensuring productive discussion and sound decision-making.
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- Provide strategic oversight and governance across the Group.
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- Support and challenge the executive leadership team while maintaining appropriate independence.
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- Foster a collaborative and high-performing Board culture.
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- Ensure strong governance, risk management and compliance practices.
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- Guide long-term strategy, business performance and sustainable growth.
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- Act as a trusted adviser to the Directors and CEO.
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- Assist with succession planning and Board development.
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- Represent the organisation where appropriate with key stakeholders.
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Help shape the future of one of Australia's leading independent recruitment businesses.

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Mayday Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Chair to lead our Board through the next stage of growth.

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Since launching in 2016, MAYDAY has grown into a multi-brand recruitment business operating across New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria. With specialist divisions spanning Recruitment, Healthcare and Technology, we have built a reputation for exceptional service, strong client partnerships and a people-first culture.

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As we continue to evolve, we are looking for an independent Chair who can provide strategic leadership, strong governance and the confidence to challenge and support our Board and executive team.

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About the Opportunity

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This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished business leader who enjoys working with founder-led organisations and understands the balance between governance, growth and culture.

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As Chair, you will facilitate an engaged and high-performing Board, ensuring effective decision-making while providing guidance and mentorship to the Directors and CEO. You will bring an independent perspective, encourage healthy debate and help position the business for long-term success.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Lead and facilitate Board meetings, ensuring productive discussion and sound decision-making.
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- Provide strategic oversight and governance across the Group.
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- Support and challenge the executive leadership team while maintaining appropriate independence.
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- Foster a collaborative and high-performing Board culture.
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- Ensure strong governance, risk management and compliance practices.
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- Guide long-term strategy, business performance and sustainable growth.
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- Act as a trusted adviser to the Directors and CEO.
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- Assist with succession planning and Board development.
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- Represent the organisation where appropriate with key stakeholders.
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About You

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- Previous Board or Chair experience.
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- Strong governance knowledge and strategic thinking.
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- Experience working with privately owned or founder-led businesses.
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- Excellent communication, facilitation and influencing skills.
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- High levels of integrity, independence and sound judgement.
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- The confidence to ask challenging questions while building trusted relationships.
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- Experience in recruitment, professional services, healthcare, technology or other service-based industries would be highly regarded.
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Why Join MAYDAY?

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At MAYDAY, our people and culture are at the centre of everything we do. We are ambitious, values-driven and passionate about creating opportunities for our clients, candidates and team.

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As Chair, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future direction of a growing Australian business while working alongside an engaged Board and leadership team committed to continuous improvement.

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Appointment Details

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- Independent Chair of the Board.
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- Board meetings are held every two months, with occasional strategic planning sessions or ad hoc meetings as required.
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- Expected commitment of approximately 6–8 days per year.
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- Remuneration will be negotiated based on experience.
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If you are an experienced Chair or Board leader who is excited by the opportunity to contribute to the continued success of a growing national business, we would love to hear from you.

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📌 Chairman (New South Wales)
🏢 Mayday Recruitment Group
📍 New South Wales