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Using AI Responsibly to Write Your CV

Build a better CV without the bot feel. Learn how to use AI to articulate your experience, tailor your applications, and create a professional draft that still sounds like you.

Motion Recruitment: Your Prequalified SCM0007 Partner for NSW Government ICT talent

Motion Recruitment is officially a prequalified supplier under the NSW Government SCM0007 Scheme for ICT Categories G, H, and I. Discover how our decade of specialist technology expertise helps NSW Government agencies and Sydney-based eligible customers secure high-caliber contingent talent with full statutory compliance and capped, transparent pricing.

Scam Alert – Scammers Impersonating our Consultants

Scammers are impersonating our consultants – Learn how to spot and protect yourself from the latest recruitment scams targeting job seekers, including fake interviews and fraudulent job offers.

How to Negotiate your Salary in a Recruitment Process

Learn how to negotiate your salary confidently in today’s job market. This guide from Motion Recruitment covers practical steps, realistic strategies and the key conversations that help candidates secure stronger offers and better overall packages.

Preparing for an Interview: Essential Steps

Interview prep doesn’t have to be complicated. From your elevator pitch to body language, our no-fluff guide covers the essentials to help you walk in with confidence.

Lessons from Nearly a Decade in Recruitment

With nearly a decade in recruitment, Sinead Edwards reflects on the industry’s constant change, her keys to success, and why resilience is the ultimate skill for anyone starting out in agency recruitment.

Right to Disconnect Laws Now Apply to Small Businesses

Australia’s Right to Disconnect laws now apply to small businesses. The laws give employees the right to refuse unreasonable work contact outside of hours, while still allowing urgent or necessary communication. It’s about clear expectations and fair boundaries so businesses can operate effectively.

What’s a Replacement Guarantee and Why Does It Matter?

A clear, practical guide to how our replacement guarantee works, what’s covered, and why it gives you confidence and peace of mind when hiring with us.

Superannuation is Increasing to 12% – What It Means and Why It Matters

Australia’s superannuation guarantee rises to 12% in July 2025, boosting retirement savings and offering valuable tax benefits. As one of the world’s best systems, super helps reduce reliance on government pensions and supports the economy. Learn why this increase matters for your future in our latest blog.

Choosing the Right Programming Language in 2025

Explore the top programming languages of 2025, from Python and Rust to Go and TypeScript. What’s trending, why it matters, and how to choose the right one for your projects.

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How to Break Into DevOps

Breaking into DevOps is achievable, whether you’re from a development or infrastructure background. By learning key tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform, and gaining hands-on experience, you can transition into one of tech’s most in-demand fields. Start small, stay curious, and keep building your skills.

The Role of FPGA’s in the Latest Tech Innovations

FPGAs are transforming tech innovation with their reprogrammable, high-speed capabilities. Powering AI, 5G, autonomous vehicles, and quantum computing, they enable real-time processing, adaptability, and efficiency—making them essential in a world where hardware must keep pace with software

Highest Paying Software Development Roles

Explore the highest paying software development roles in 2025, including Engineering Manager, Staff Engineer, ML/AI Engineer, and Blockchain Developer. Learn which tech stacks are in demand and how salaries vary by role, industry, and expertise.

Recruitment Trends in the Electronic Security Market

Australia’s electronic security market is booming, with skyrocketing demand for skilled CCTV, access control, and system integration technicians. A shortage of talent, rising salaries, and a shift toward permanent roles are reshaping recruitment strategies. As AI and cloud-based technologies take hold, businesses must invest in people to stay ahead.

Protecting Our Community from Recruitment Scams

Motion Recruitment’s branding and reputation have been misused by scammers to target unsuspecting individuals. We feel it’s important to address these issues and provide guidance on how to recognise and avoid falling victim to these scams

Our comprehensive 2024 Salary Guide is now available

Need to know what you’re worth? Or maybe you’re about to hire?
Check out the Motion Recruitment 2024 Salary Guide

10 lessons in 10 years

Motion Co-founder Christian Green shares his lessons from 10 years of building his own tech recruitment business

2023 Trends and Fearless Predictions for 2024

What did we see in 2023 and what can we expect from the year ahead?

What to do before a final interview

Tips and tricks for nailing that final interview

Five Tips to Help Students Land Their First IT Graduate Jobs

Explore 5 simple steps to help you succeed not only in an IT graduate job, but in your career, too.