Born of a desire to deliver above industry standard quality service to our external stakeholders while maintaining a firm commitment to our individual and company values, ASR Recruitment was launched in 2018 with a mission to challenge the large, profit-driven recruitment firms that dominate the local market.

 

Specialising in Technology & Digital, Marketing and Communications, Accounting & Finance, Construction, Human Resources, Engineering, Safety, Procurement, Transport & Logistics, Manufacturing, Legal & Risk, Administration & Customer Service, we've strategically built a team with strong reputations both in the local Newcastle market and across Australia.

 

Our Consultants are experts in their field and have built extensive networks and genuine trusted relationships with candidates. Their candidate care, sound career advice and passion for delivery to their clients ensure extensive coverage of the local market and an ability to attract the right people to your business.

 

Attracting the best talent in the local Newcastle market requires a diverse sourcing strategy that traditional recruitment methods cannot produce alone. The majority of our successful placements come from our own established networks, referrals, networking, meet-ups, sourcing across social media and online channels where professionals collaborate.

 

We approach every recruitment process with our values held foremost, authenticity in the way we communicate and represent talent to you, integrity in all our dealings, and a commitment to focusing on the best outcome for our talent and our clients.

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Our Core Values

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Empathy and Humility

We believe that empathetic people are curious and possess a desire to know and understand others. This is so important in recruitment and ASR is dedicated to acting with uncompromising honesty and integrity in everything we do, putting people first.

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Commitment to Our Clients

ASR is committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients and candidates through consistent, quality delivery, transparency and honesty. 

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Innovation

We believe in embracing change and supporting innovation as a means for constant improvement. We are committed to acting as a catalyst for change in our community and driving forward the innovative efforts of the region.

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Generosity and Passion

At ASR, we believe in leading generously and supporting our wider community wherever possible. For us, this is about connecting people who share passions and aspiration, and empowering those around us to succeed and reach their potential.

Testimonials

Our customers love us! Read their reviews below.

I can not fault the service provided by Jess at ASR recruitment. From the moment I engaged with her I felt confident in entrusting Jess with my future employment. She went above and beyond to understand my motives for jobseeking, the role I was looking for and the working environment I was hoping for. Jess ensured I was kept updated with job opportunities and when the right one came up, set up a one on one prep session to make sure I was confident going into the interview. After the interview she followed up with a call to check on me and make sure I wasn’t a bundle of nerves! She also called me the morning of my first day to wish me good luck and when my contract was renewed she came out to meet up with my to celebrate with a coffee and a chat. Jess is very professional and treats you like a friend, not just a recruit. The entire experience from start to finish was delightful and I strongly recommend ASR Recruitment.

Charlotte Ross

Candidate

The ASR team are exceptional! Hayley is professional, friendly and works for clients and candidates alike.

I can’t recommend Hayley and the team highly enough!

Kate Wiggers

Client

Jessica at ASR Recruitment helped us recruit a marketing professional. We were very happy with the process and the quality of the candidates. Jessica was excellent to deal with. Highly recommended.

Jason Crockett

Client

I was recently recruited and placed by Jessica Wagstaff at ASR, and I was very impressed by her handling of the process. She was always available to respond to my questions and served as a great conduit between myself and her client. She believed that I was going to be a good fit for the company and it’s been very clear that she didn’t just consider my skillset, but also looked at the culture of the business.

Guia Taylor

Candidate

ASR have placed a number of full-time permanent positions for our business. Each and every time we have been satisfied with their professionalism, quality of candidates, value for money and the smooth process in dealing with them. I would not hesitate in recommending ASR for recruitment services in Marketing, Digital and Project Management.

Joel Goodsir

Client

Hayley was incredible in helping me land a job that is the perfect fit for me. She went to bat for me, supported me, kept in contact. She is so friendly, super organised, and just an all around amazing superstar. I would 100% recommend her.
Thanks for your hard work for me Hayley!

Samantha Micallef

Candidate

I have been working with ASR Recruitment and specifically Liz Sealey over the past couple of years and I can honestly say I have never been disappointed but have been often impressed. Liz is very responsive and has always provided quality candidates closely aligned to the criteria for the role. Liz is always professional and efficient and a joy to work with. I would highly recommend ASR Recruitment for your recruitment needs.

Aaron Lafferre

Client

I worked with ASR earlier this year, the team was professional and responsive to all my questions about the recruitment process. With their help, they put me in touch with my current employer and it has been a fantastic fit!!

I would highly recommend ASR Recruitment to employers and potential employees within the Hunter Region.

Claire

Candidate

Our office has been dealing with Hayley from ASR Recruitment. Hayley has been a fantastic asset in helping us search for the right staff. She has the ability to fit the right candidate to the position. Hayley is definitely our go to girl for recruitment, I could not recommend her enough.

Dale Craft

Client

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