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Alastair Schirmer joins TQSolutions: GM for Tech & Innovation

Alastair joins TQSolutions as General Manager for Technology and Innovation on 19 July 2021, based in Melbourne, Australia. This is a key hire for TQ, which is regarded as Australia’s leading Advisory and Solutions firm for Talent Engagement and Mobility (TEaM) related projects.

In this newly created role, Alastair will develop a specialised Practice, geared to helping organisations navigate the complexities and fully embrace the opportunities of today’s highly dynamic HR technology landscape.

“This investment in TQ’s thought Leadership comes at a time of accelerated HR and TA digitisation and transformation, further cementing TQ’s position as the go-to Talent advisory and solutions provider in the A&NZ region. This is an incredibly exciting development for TQ’s consulting business and proudly, is testament to the strength of our brand that we can attract innovators and progressive thinkers like Al.” TQ’s Founder and Managing Director, Gareth Flynn.

Alastair joins TQ after 8 successful years at LiveHire (a market leading Talent Acquisition, Engagement & Mobility platform) where he was one of the senior leaders that guided the business from startup to ASX listed global scale up. Over those years, Alastair has  held responsibility for Product Solutions and Sales, Customer Success and Global Tech Partnerships.  He is a highly regarded contributor to the global Talent Tech Industry with nearly 20 years' experience in the tech market having held leadership roles for companies such as SEEK and iSelect both locally and overseas.

“I’m beyond excited to be joining the business. The bar for technology and innovation is already set high due to TQ’s market position and enviable client list, so my role is about deepening the service offering and really accelerating the impact we can have. My vision is to not only deliver leading-edge technology & innovation advisory work to help organisations navigate the complexities of the TA and HR Tech landscape, but also collaborate tightly with vendors and industry stakeholders to ensure all the boats continue to rise in the recovering economy”. Alastair Schirmer.

Watch video announcement here.

Gareth Flynn and Alastair Schirmer Interview

On behalf of everyone at TQ, a very warm welcome Al! We can't wait to work with you!

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