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Matt Kirk.
Senior Associate, Software Engineering & Testing
Matt Kirk
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Technology does not run an enterprise, relationships do.

Matt is a specialist in Software Engineering, leading the Software Engineering and Testing practice across permanent and interim markets. He has a keen interest in the evolution of technology and is closely observing the impact of AI across all aspects of the tech industry.

Matt has a unique background, having served in the Parachute Regiment in the UK, playing poker professionally for 7 years, whilst also earning a Degree in Sports Journalism before starting his recruitment career in London in Software Engineering.

Matt arrived in Sydney in 2016 and has been recruiting in technology ever since, so is well versed in the intricacies of software development, having partnered and built long term relationships with multiple clients in predominantly financial services over the last 8 years in Sydney.

He has successfully built out development teams with 86400 (Ubank), Macquarie, Westpac, ANZ, Vanguard et al, building trust utilising an authentic approach, consulting with Managers and Talent to understand the role and advise them what they need to hear, not what they want to hear. This has led to exclusive partnerships with clients who stick with Matt for the long-term and refer him to their peers based on the quality he delivers.

Matt is a big believer in quality over quantity, providing a high value, seamless recruitment service with a relational style approach for both clients and candidates.

Favourite drink of choice: Pepsi Max

If I had a superpower, it would be: Teleportation

What I love most about my city is: The beaches

If you could live in someone else’s shoes for the day, who would it be? Harvey Spector

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Get in touch
matt.kirk@uandu.com
Call me on 02 8245 7928
Visit me at the Sydney offices
Connect with me on LinkedIn