Recruitment Leadership
David Bakes has spent over 16 years building high-performing risk and compliance teams. He knows what makes a great hire because he's placed everyone from Analysts to Chief Risk Officers, working with organisations to understand not just the role, but the culture, the challenges, and the long-term vision. His deep market knowledge and extensive networks allow him to deliver tailored recruitment solutions that strengthen organisational capability.
Consulting Excellence
Recruitment & Talent
Whether you need a permanent hire, interim support, or contract expertise, we take the time to understand your needs and deliver candidates who fit.
Recruitment Success
Head of Operational Risk — Insurance
SM, Group Compliance — Infrastructure
Risk and Compliance Analyst — FinTech
Contract Enterprise Risk Manager — Non-profit
Group Risk Manager — Housing Provider
Legal Counsel — Professional Services
VP, Head of Legal — Investment Management
SM, Technology & Data Risk — Insurance
Chief Compliance Officer — Funds
GM, Group Compliance — ASX Listed Business
Chief Risk Officer — Wealth Management
Enterprise Risk Manager — Asset Finance
Internal Audit Executive — Wealth Management
Consulting Solutions Delivered
Risk and Resilience Transformations
Board Workshops
Risk and Compliance Frameworks
Regulatory Change Programs
Crisis Management Scenario Workshops
Independent Reviews
Risk Assessments
Risk Appetite
Control Effectiveness
3LOA Activity Model
Conduct and Culture Program
GRC Software Programs
Australian Startup
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“We engaged David to source our first Chief Risk and Compliance Officer. We were impressed with David’s knowledge of the candidate market and we were able to secure a strong candidate for the role. David had the right relationships and was able to influence and negotiate the outcome for us.”
Australian Bank
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Malka played a pivotal role in bringing structure, clarity, and deep subject-matter expertise to a highly complex environment. Her ability to translate regulatory expectations into practical, implementable solutions made the program a success. She quickly became a trusted advisor, ensuring we met our obligations with confidence and precision.”
Global Fund Manager
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“David and Jerin have recruited a number of positions in our risk and compliance team over the years. David has provided advice and guidance to our Head of Compliance and Head of Risk on the market and how to widen the candidate pool and most importantly, he is able to get the fit right.”
