Sydney Job Recruitment Agency

Temporary and permanent recruitment solutions for businesses and job seekers across Sydney. With over 35 years of experience, we connect companies with reliable, pre-qualified talent.

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Recruitment Services in Sydney

Whether you need someone to hit the ground running tomorrow or a high-calibre professional to join your team for the long haul, Coadys offers tailored recruitment services to meet the needs of Sydney businesses of all sizes, including key areas such as Chatswood and the North Shore.

Temporary Recruitment

Our temporary recruitment service connects you with pre-screened, job-ready candidates who can fill gaps quickly and keep your business moving. From short-term cover to ongoing casual arrangements, we supply reliable temporary staff across a wide range of roles, often within 24 to 48 hours of receiving your brief.

Permanent Recruitment

When you're looking to bring someone on board permanently, we take the time to understand not just the role, but your organisation's culture and long-term goals. We manage the full process from advertising and screening through to offer management, so you can focus on running your business while we find the right fit.

Speed Without Compromise

We know that vacant roles cost businesses time and money. That's why we work with urgency, maintaining an active pool of pre-qualified talent ready to step into roles quickly. Our turnaround times are among the fastest on Sydney's North Shore, without ever cutting corners on candidate quality.

Quality Candidates, Every Time

Every candidate we present has been personally interviewed, reference-checked, and assessed against your specific requirements. We don't flood your inbox with unsuitable CVs; we present a targeted shortlist of people we genuinely believe are the right match.

Temporary and Permanent Recruitment Solutions

Understanding the difference between temporary and permanent hiring and knowing when to use each can significantly impact your business outcomes. At Coadys, we help Sydney employers navigate with confidence.

When Temporary Staff Makes Sense?

Temporary recruitment is ideal when your needs are time-bound or unpredictable. Common scenarios include:

Covering for staff on parental, annual, or sick leave
Managing workload spikes during busy periods or the end-of-financial-year
Bringing in specialist support for a short-term project
Trialling a candidate before committing to a permanent hire

Our temp staff is employed directly by Coadys, meaning we handle all payroll, superannuation, and compliance obligations, significantly reducing your administrative burden.

When Permanent Hiring Is the Right Move

Permanent recruitment suits roles that require long-term commitment, institutional knowledge, or a deep integration into your team culture. This is the preferred pathway for senior positions, newly created roles, or any hire where consistency and career progression matter.

How the Process Works

From the moment you get in touch, our consultants work closely with you to develop a clear brief. We then draw on our extensive candidate network, conduct targeted advertising, and apply a rigorous screening process before presenting you with a curated shortlist. We coordinate all interviews, manage feedback, and support you through to offer acceptance, providing a seamless experience from brief to placement.

Industries We Recruit For

Coadys has built deep expertise across a range of industries and professional disciplines throughout Sydney. Our consultants understand the nuances of each sector, allowing us to identify candidates who not only have the right skills but genuinely suit the environment they're stepping into. Don't see your industry listed? Get in touch; our network spans many more sectors, and we're confident we can help.

We regularly recruit across the following areas:

Administration & Office Support

General administrators, office managers, data entry operators, and team assistants keep businesses running smoothly day to day.

Receptionists & Front-of-House

Corporate receptionists, front desk coordinators, and client services professionals who represent your brand with professionalism and warmth.

Executive Assistants & Personal Assistants

Highly experienced EAs and PAs who support C-suite and senior leadership with discretion, initiative, and exceptional organisational skills.

Accounting & Finance

Accounts payable and receivable officers, bookkeepers, payroll administrators, and finance assistants across a variety of industries.

Sales & Marketing Support

Sales coordinators, marketing administrators, and communications assistants who contribute to commercial and promotional functions.

Human Resources

HR coordinators, recruitment administrators, and L&D support professionals who help organisations manage their most important asset, their people.

Customer Service

Inbound and outbound customer service representatives, call centre staff, and client liaison officers across B2B and B2C environments.

Warehousing & Logistics

Pick-packers, dispatch and receiving staff, inventory controllers, and logistics coordinators who keep supply chains operating efficiently.

Why Work With Us

With more than 35 years of recruitment expertise, Coadys has built a reputation as one of Sydney’s most trusted boutique recruitment partners. Our longevity speaks to the strong relationships we’ve cultivated with employers and job seekers alike, many of whom have worked with us for decades. We bring together deep market knowledge, a hands-on approach, and a genuine understanding of the local business landscape. Our team takes pride in combining big-agency capability with boutique-level service, ensuring every client and candidate receives the attention, care, and communication they deserve.

Whether you need a temporary professional to step in seamlessly, or a permanent team member to drive growth, we move quickly without compromising on quality. Our long-standing presence in the industry means we have an extensive network of pre-qualified talent and a proven recruitment process built on integrity, transparency, and results. At Coadys we see ourselves as an extension of your team, a partner who is as invested in your success as you are.

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Meet the Coadys Team

Coadys is the longest established and privately owned recruitment agency on Sydney’s North Shore. Jane and Liz Coady lead a team of experienced consultants, building long-term professional relationships with both clients and candidates.

Jane Coady

Founder/Director

Liz Coady

Director

Pip Davies

Senior Consultant

ANNIE LUCAS

Finance/Payroll Manager

Our Recruitment Process

We believe that great placements start with a thorough process. At Coadys, we've refined our approach over more than 35 years to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes for both employers and candidates.

Understanding Your Needs

Every engagement begins with a detailed consultation. We take the time to understand your business, team structure, role requirements, and the type of person who will thrive in your environment. This briefing stage is the foundation of a successful placement.

Sourcing Candidates

We draw on multiple sourcing strategies simultaneously, our established internal database of pre-qualified candidates, targeted job advertising, and proactive headhunting where appropriate. Our depth of network on Sydney's North Shore and beyond means we can move quickly without sacrificing quality.

Screening & Assessment

All candidates are personally interviewed by one of our experienced consultants. We assess skills, experience, communication, and cultural fit before anyone is considered for presentation. Reference and qualification checks are conducted as standard.

Presenting a Shortlist

We present you with a concise, curated shortlist of typically two to four candidates who genuinely meet your requirements. You won't waste time reviewing unsuitable applications; every person we put forward is someone we'd confidently recommend.

Interview Coordination & Offer Management

We arrange and coordinate all client interviews, provide timely feedback to both parties, and manage the offer and acceptance process. Our consultants remain actively involved right through to the candidate's start date.

Timeframes

Temporary placements

We can often supply staff within 24–48 hours for common roles.

Permanent placements

Timeframes vary depending on role seniority and market conditions, but we keep you informed at every stage and work with urgency throughout.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of recruitment services do you provide?

We offer both temporary (on-hire) and permanent recruitment solutions across a wide range of industries. Whether you need short-term coverage, seasonal support, or a long-term team member, we tailor our service to your business needs.

How does your recruitment process work?

We start by understanding your business and the specific requirements of the role. We then:

Advertise and source suitable candidates
Screen and interview applicants
Verify references and qualifications
Present shortlisted candidates for your review
Coordinate interviews and offers

For temp roles, we can often fill positions within 24–48 hours. Permanent recruitment timeframes depend on role complexity and market availability.

How quickly can you provide temporary staff?

In most cases, we can supply qualified temporary staff within 24–48 hours, sometimes sooner for common roles. We maintain an active database of pre-screened candidates ready for immediate start.

What is your fee structure?

Our fees differ for temporary and permanent recruitment:

Temporary recruitment – You pay an hourly charge rate that includes the employee’s pay, superannuation, payroll tax, insurances, and our service margin.
Permanent recruitment – A one-time placement fee is charged, usually as a percentage of the candidate’s annual salary.
We’re transparent about all costs and can provide a detailed breakdown before any placement begins.

Do you offer a replacement guarantee for permanent hires?

Yes. If a permanent employee leaves within the agreed guarantee period, we’ll source a replacement candidate at no additional cost.

What if a temporary worker isn’t the right fit?

If a temporary worker isn’t suitable, just let us know. We’ll replace them promptly and ensure minimal disruption to your operations.

What categories of staff do you specialise in?

We recruit candidates in categories spanning Administration, Finance, Sales and Marketing, IT, HR and Warehousing.

Are your services available Australia-wide?

Yes, we can recruit across Australia and have networks in major cities and regional areas.

How do I get started?

Contact our team to discuss your hiring needs. We’ll walk you through our process, provide a tailored quote, and begin sourcing the right people for your business.