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“Hope & Glory is a valued and thoughtful partner to IABC Victoria, always at the ready to champion the communication community at large.
Deeply insightful and understated, Matt stands out for his willingness to understand the people behind the profession.”
“It’s been a pleasure partnering with Matt at Hope & Glory.
He and his team excel at attracting Melbourne’s top talent across marketing, media, and communications. Matt combines professionalism with genuine industry expertise, making him an absolute pleasure to work with.”
“Matt and the team at Hope and Glory are an absolute pleasure to work with.
Highly responsive, transparent and honest, their personalised touch and genuine care for their clients was obvious from day one.”
“Thanks Hope and Glory for your support
Over the last 18 months in particular with helping us to meet our business’ short term needs, often with tight turn-arounds! Would (and often do) highly recommend!”
“I’ve known and worked with the Hope & Glory team for over a decade.
Consummate professionals, incredible network and superb results.”
At Hope & Glory, we provide recruitment services tailored to your business needs, whether it’s temporary staff to cover short-term gaps or ongoing support to build your long-term workforce. Discover our key offerings below:
At Hope & Glory, we understand that businesses often face short-term staffing needs due to seasonal demand, special projects, or unexpected vacancies.
Our temporary recruitment services are designed to provide flexible, skilled, and reliable talent that can seamlessly integrate into your team for as long as you need them.
Whether it’s for a few weeks or several months, we help you fill the gaps quickly and efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to your operations. Our robust candidate pool ensures you’ll have access to professionals who are ready to hit the ground running from day one.
For businesses seeking long-term staffing solutions, Hope & Glory offers tailored ongoing recruitment services to build and sustain your workforce. We work closely with you to understand your company’s culture, values, and specific needs, ensuring that the candidates we provide are a perfect match for both the role and your organisation.
From sourcing high-quality talent to managing the hiring process, we aim to create a pipeline of skilled professionals ready to contribute to your long-term success.
With our ongoing support, you can focus on growing your business while we handle your recruitment needs.
What’s in a name? At Hope & Glory, it’s a promise – to help organisations rise higher by finding talent that truly aligns with their vision. Because hiring well takes more than matching skills on paper. It’s about finding people whose drive, character and values lift your team and your organisation.
We specialise in finding the people who build reputations – the thinkers, storytellers and connectors who bring clarity, credibility and character to every brand.
Hope & Glory. Dream big, achieve bigger. Your talent partner for marketing, media and communications.
Our areas of recruitment expertise cover most aspects of brand, reputation, audience, content and engagement.
As an employer needing staff, ensure that you’re fully prepared to make the right choice. This guide covers the key factors you need to evaluate to find the right recruiting partner, helping you avoid common pitfalls and secure top talent.
What sets us apart.
At Hope & Glory, we focus exclusively on marketing, media and communications – giving employers the advantage of deep sector knowledge, sharp instincts and a personal, outcomes-driven approach.
We’re proudly boutique yet trusted by some of Australia’s most respected organisations. Our size is our strength: agile, responsive and closely aligned to every brief we take on.
We listen carefully, move decisively and tailor each search to deliver lasting impact. Unlock the advantage of partnering with a firm defined by insight, agility and commitment to your success.
We’re committed to delivering the highest standards in every interaction with you. Our goal is to consistently provide exceptional service, characterised by reliability, transparency, and personalised attention.
We connect you with top talent in marketing, media, and communications.
We uphold professionalism, respect, and ethics in every interaction.
We value clear communication and keep you informed at every step.
We listen and build lasting relationships based on shared knowledge.
The first step in recruitment is simple: understand.
That means stopping, listening and hearing what matters most to you, the employer. Before offering advice or talking solutions, we make space to hear your business need, your challenges and your ambitions. It is about listening first and speaking later.
This is how we hope to earn trust and build clarity. By learning from what we hear, we can connect you with marketing, media and communications talent who fit not just the role but also your culture and goals.
Our clients in marketing, media and communications come to us for more than appointments. We provide clear-eyed advice and act as a trusted extension of their leadership team.
Our clients value our expertise and what we bring to the table, including:
Our reputation rides on how we represent yours. That is why Hope & Glory engages job seekers with professionalism and respect, protecting your reputation while sourcing the strongest marketing, media and communications talent.
Recruitment is never just about filling a vacancy. It is about how your brand is seen in the market and how job seekers experience your process.
We represent your brand with integrity, ensure people feel valued, and look for cultural as well as professional fit so every hire strengthens both your business and your standing in the market.
When you partner with Hope & Glory, you gain more than access to exceptional talent. You gain the assurance that we are working to protect and enhance your reputation at every step.
Our recruiting strategy has been enhanced by technology over the years, but human interaction is still at the centre of everything we do. We keep in close contact with talented professionals at every stage of their career. Whether they’re primed for their next challenge, or simply open to a discussion, we remain a trusted partner in their story.
One of Australia’s biggest food companies faced mounting regulatory scrutiny, shifting government policy and growing public expectations around sustainability and community impact.
Without a dedicated voice in political circles or a coordinated external affairs strategy, the business risked being reactive rather than influential.
A mid-sized superannuation fund was competing in a crowded market where brand visibility and member growth were critical.
With rising competition from larger funds and ongoing regulatory change, the business risked falling behind without stronger marketing capability. The absence of a dedicated leader to drive brand strategy and acquisition left growth ambitions vulnerable.
A newly created government department was tasked with driving major reform and improving citizen trust.
With ambitious change, heightened public expectations and multiple portfolios to manage, the organisation needed a strong communications function from day one. Without this, the risk was inconsistent messaging and missed opportunities to build credibility during transformation.
Our commitment to giving back.
We’re dedicated to positively shaping our industry and community. Among others peak bodies, we support the Melbourne Press Club, IABC and CPRA, championing integrity, innovation and connection across marketing, communications and media – and helping create a more informed, engaged and inclusive professional landscape for all.
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The name Hope & Glory reflects what we stand for in recruitment. Hope is about ambition – the belief that individuals and organisations can aim higher. Glory is about achievement – turning that ambition into tangible success. Our motto, “Dream big, achieve bigger”, captures the same spirit. Hope & Glory exists to help people and organisations realise their potential by building careers, teams and outcomes that matter.
Hope & Glory is a Melbourne-based recruitment firm dedicated to marketing, media and communications roles. We focus exclusively on this space, ensuring deep expertise, market insight and strong networks. Our candidates range from early-career professionals to senior leaders, and we support employers across corporate, government and not-for-profit sectors. By keeping our scope narrow, Hope & Glory delivers sharper matches and stronger long-term outcomes.
Hope & Glory operates from in Melbourne, but we work with clients and candidates across Australia. While many assignments are in Victoria, our reach extends nationally. Remote and hybrid working has broadened opportunities, and we regularly support organisations in Sydney, Brisbane and Canberra. Wherever the role is based, Hope & Glory remains focused on connecting leading employers with high-quality marketing and communications talent.
Hope & Glory covers the full spectrum of marketing, media and communications. This includes digital marketing, brand management, content, corporate communications, public affairs, social media, media relations and internal communications. We recruit permanent appointments, contract roles and executive searches. With every assignment, Hope & Glory brings a tailored, experienced approach that aligns both the role requirements and the right candidate.
While industries and sizes differ, our clients share a common need for trusted marketing, media and communications professionals. No organisation is too large or small. Hope & Glory is proud to partner with organisations that value quality, collaboration and specialist recruitment expertise.
Hope & Glory works with blue-chip corporates, government departments, not-for-profits and membership bodies. Our clients include major financial services institutions, health organisations, utilities, cultural institutions and professional associations.
Hope & Glory brings both depth and longevity. The firm has been recruiting marketing, media and communications professionals for 10 years, and its founder, Matt Harrison, has worked exclusively in this space for more than 20 years. That experience means we understand the nuances of the market, the challenges of different sectors, and the skills that matter. Clients and candidates trust Hope & Glory for insight, speed and integrity.
Yes. While permanent placements are core to our work, Hope & Glory also recruits temporary and interim staff. Many clients need cover for parental leave or project-based support, and we maintain a ready pool of skilled professionals. Temporary recruitment is essential in today’s workforce, and Hope & Glory applies the same rigour and care to these roles as we do to permanent appointments.
Hope & Glory begins with a detailed briefing to understand the organisation, role and team culture. From there, we tailor our search – advertising when required, but more often drawing on networks, referrals and proactive outreach. Shortlisted candidates are carefully assessed for skills and fit. Throughout, Hope & Glory keeps communication transparent and follows through until the right candidate is secured.
Where there is a fit, Hope & Glory guides candidates through every stage – from initial discussions and CV advice to interview preparation and feedback. We take an honest, constructive approach, even when the outcome isn’t an offer. Many candidates return to Hope & Glory as clients later in their careers, and many clients return as candidates, reflecting the trust and value we build in every interaction.
It’s straightforward. Clients can contact Hope & Glory to discuss upcoming roles, future workforce planning or confidential market insights. Candidates can reach out to explore current opportunities or seek career advice. Whether you’re hiring or job seeking, Hope & Glory always begins with a conversation. Please register your interest through the Contact Us page on our website so we can connect soon.
As an employer hiring staff, this guide helps you choose the right recruitment partner – covering key factors, avoiding pitfalls, and attracting top talent.
