Melbourne team
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Jay O’Brien
Managing Partner
Jay has a career within the recruitment sector spanning 16 years both in the UK and Australia. In the past 13 years Jay was responsible for building and leading the construction and property business in Sydney for a globally recognised recruitment service provider. Jay brings with him a wealth of knowledge right across the project lifecycle having worked in every sector from design to build to facility management. Over the years he has fostered long-term working relationships in both the private and public sectors and is well networked with local industry professionals.
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Celie Jones
State Lead
Contributing over 20 years of Recruitment expertise within the Architecture and Design sector, Celie has a truly global network of market intelligence having operated in the Australian, UK, Far East and Middle East markets.
Long term clients and candidates have enjoyed a business partner in Celie’s ability to analyse the market, advising and delivering efficient, honest recruitment solutions.
Successfully building International recruitment businesses in new markets, and having had her own recruitment operation for 9 years, Celie is driven by building long term relationships through providing highest quality of service and commitment.
Her clients range from Listed Property Developers, International Design studios, Multi-Disciplined Design and Engineering consultants, National Top Tier Building Contractors, Boutique Design studio’s and Design and Build operators.
Design and Delivery placements range from Mid level to Director and CEO level across Architecture, Interior Design, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Graphic Design.
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Chris Smith
Associate Director
Chris is an experienced recruitment professional who specialises in recruiting within the Real Estate Development and investment market in Melbourne.
In his eight years living in Melbourne, he has successfully built and cultivated an extensive network within the property industry nationally, with a focus on Victoria – where he is based. His knowledge of the market combined with his deep relationship base enables him to partner effectively with clients, providing consultative advice on processes whilst executing assignments from a mid-executive level.
Before Redpath, Chris has operated for two larger, globally recognised recruitment firms both in the UK and Australia. He partners with both privately owned firms as well as institutional groups in assisting them to build their teams and businesses.
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Mark Harris
Principal Consultant
Mark brings 3 years’ in-house Talent Acquisition within a sovereign wealth fund and overall 11 years Recruitment experience to Redpath, focusing on the thriving Property sector in Victoria.
Extensive experience dealing with Sector Heads and building their teams, understanding the holistic recruitment process.
Mark has a passion for building long term relationships with clients and candidates offering strategic market advice.
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Rob Jones
Principal Consultant
Rob, over the last 8 years has developed a Global network of professionals across all levels of Finance spreading across multiple markets including Infrastructure, Energy, Property and Construction.
He immigrated to Melbourne in the summer of 2023 for the foreseeable and is keen to build on his international experience having previously developed long term relationships with clients in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America.
His clients have included, Global Investment Banks, Private Equity, Large scale Independent Power Producers, Utilities, and Infrastructure Developers. Building those relationships through the utilization of detailed market analytics and an understanding of what drives individuals.
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Phil Cosgrove
Senior Consultant
Phil joined Redpath Partners in early 2022 specialising in Client-side Project Management and Facilities Management.
Phil has over 5 years of recruitment experience, and coming the UK he specialised in Real Estate and Facilities Management, working with developers/Investors, In-House clients, and consultancies throughout the UK.
Having built long-term relationships over the 5 years, Phil is known for his articulate, thorough, and in-depth search for the best talent in the market relating to the requirement which made him one of the go-to consultants in the sector.
After relocating to Melbourne for the foreseeable Phil is specialising in the Project Management and Facilities Management sector across Victoria where he will be working with Investors/Developers, and client-side consultancies on their requirements from graduate level to Executives.
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Olivia Fredericks
Senior Consultant
Olivia brings a combined 9 years’ experience across Sales, Marketing and Recruitment. Originally from New York, Olivia worked for notable luxury brands in both America and Australia working her way up to a Client Relationship and Sales Manager where she recruited for and trained a team. Olivia realized her passion for people and the importance they play in a business, thus beginning her Recruitment career.
Prior to her venture to Australia, Olivia studied Property and was trained and mentored within her family Property Investment business where she learned her passion for the industry.
Olivia now specializes in Sales & Marketing Recruitment for Redpath Partners across the full property lifecycle for Sydney and Melbourne. Positive spirited and diligent in nature, Olivia utilises her ability to listen to requirements and identify a solution, endeavoring to create a strategic partnership and long term fit for all parties. -
Ashley Antovski
Consultant
Ashley is a consultant with expertise in sourcing a range of top-tier talent for c-suite and intermediate level positions across the Commercial Construction space. At Redpath Partners, Ashley has successfully partnered with a diverse range of clients to identify and attract exceptional talent. Ashley’s in-depth knowledge of the industry, combined with her extensive network, allows her to deliver tailored recruitment solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. With a track record of placing high-calibre professionals, Ashley is dedicated to driving organisational success through strategic executive recruitment and securing long lasting relationships.
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Matt Christensen
Associate Consultant
Matt joined Redpath Partners in 2023 working in the Melbourne Office, predominantly within the Architecture and Design industry.
Having gained previous experience working in a sales role within the industry, he has built a firm understanding of the structures, typologies and cultures of firms ranging from Boutique to Tier-1 within the Melbourne Market. Always bringing a more person-centric focus to his work, he has a passion for finding and matching the key needs of individuals and teams to build ongoing relationships.
His clients range from Graduate to Director-level roles within Boutique and Tier-1 design firms.
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Amelia Hayes
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Savannah Stanley
Office Manager
Savannah joined Redpath Partners in 2022, bringing with her 7+ years of experience and a proven track record of senior-level reception, administration & executive support.
Savannah’s role as Office Manager focuses on helping others find solutions while streamlining processes, maximizing efficiency and fostering professional relationships. With a strong commitment to excellence in service, she has a proactive approach to the needs of the workplace.