Launch Recruitment

What Launch Recruitment does

Launch Recruitment is an Australian specialist recruitment agency providing permanent, contract, executive search, payroll, and outsourced workforce (RPO/MSP) services with deep sector expertise in IT, digital, telecommunications, cyber security, data and analytics, project services, and corporate services. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Sydney, the firm operates regional offices in Melbourne and Brisbane and extends its candidate and client network across Australia and the Asia Pacific region, including New Zealand, Singapore, Japan and the Philippines. Its client base spans large enterprises, ASX-listed companies, government departments and multinational organisations, with a documented emphasis on security-cleared IT professionals for federal and state agencies.

The firm's service portfolio is anchored on five core pillars — Contract Recruitment, Permanent Recruitment, Payroll Services, Executive Search and Launch Talent Solutions — delivered alongside named vertical specialisations including Infrastructure & Cloud, Digital & Software Engineering, GRC & Cyber Security, Data & Analytics, Government IT, and Finance & Procurement. The technology backbone comprises the proprietary LaunchConnect Vendor Management System (used within RPO/MSP programs), a 450,000+ candidate database refreshed by 4,000 new profiles monthly, and a contractor portal integrated with Astute Payroll. Consultant workflows are augmented by third-party AI sourcing (hireEZ) plus premium LinkedIn Recruiter and Seek Talent Search licences, with JobAdder functioning as the ATS and WorkPro supporting contractor WHS compliance.

Revenue is generated across five streams — permanent placement fees, contract/contingent staffing margins, ISO 9001:2015-certified managed payroll services, executive search retainers, and outsourced RPO/MSP program fees — with a self-reported 96% first-time hire success rate and 600+ contractors deployed across government agencies nationally indicating operating scale. The firm highlights specialist sector consultancies, deep candidate networks built over two decades, multiple Australian government procurement panel approvals, and an awards record across RCSA, TIARA, APSCo, SEEK SARA and QAPSCO as its commercial differentiators.

Name

Launch Recruitment

Legal name

Launch Recruitment Pty Ltd

Website

https://launchrecruitment.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Launch Recruitment is a specialist Australian IT and corporate services recruitment agency placing permanent, contract, and executive professionals for enterprise and government clients from offices in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane with Asia Pacific reach.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IT Recruitment Services

NAICS

Employment Placement Agencies and Executive Search Services (56131), Employment Placement Agencies (561311), Executive Search Services (561312), Human Resources Consulting Services (541612)

SIC

Services-Employment Agencies (7361)

akta.pro primary industry

RPO Technology, ATS Administration & Recruitment Operations (BPACABAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Executive RPO (Leadership Hiring Programs) (BPACABAI), Recruitment Marketing & Employer Branding for RPO (BPACABAL), Recruiting Administration Outsourcing (Recruitment Support, Scheduling, Onboarding Ops) (BPACAKAG)

Keywords

• IT recruitment services
• Permanent placement services
• Contract staffing solutions
• Executive search services
• Recruitment process outsourcing

Headquarters

HQ city

Sydney

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Permanent Placement Fees: Fees charged to clients upon successful placement of candidates in permanent roles. The firm reports a 96% first-time hire success rate as a key performance metric supporting repeat business.
2. Contract/Contingent Staffing: Placement of contractors on a fee or margin basis, supported by payroll services that process contractor timesheets, payments, and compliance. A dedicated Contractor Care Manager and structured NPS feedback loop support retention and engagement.
3. Payroll Services: ISO 9001:2015-certified payroll processing for contractors, combining cloud-based systems and a dedicated finance team to deliver compliant, streamlined workforce payments.
4. Executive Search: Retained or contingency search engagements for senior executive and leadership roles across corporate services and IT, supported by dedicated research teams and tailored methodologies.
5. Launch Talent Solutions (RPO/MSP): Recruitment Process Outsourcing and Managed Services Programs delivered at scale to large employers, providing end-to-end workforce strategy design and delivery with VMS technology.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Launch Recruitment is a specialist IT and corporate services recruitment agency that places permanent, contract, and executive professionals across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Its core offerings include Permanent Recruitment, Contract Recruitment, Executive Search, Payroll Services for contractors, and Launch Talent Solutions (RPO/MSP programs), delivered across nine domain specialisations including cyber security, telecommunications, cloud, data and analytics, and government IT.

Product overview

Launch Recruitment operates as a specialist IT and corporate services recruitment agency offering a unified portfolio of recruitment and talent services. The core service offering comprises five interconnected pillars: Contract Recruitment (temporary staffing with contractor care), Permanent Recruitment (direct placement), Payroll Services (managed payroll processing), Executive Search (senior leadership appointments), and Launch Talent Solutions (RPO/MSP programs). These core services are delivered alongside specialized domain practices including Transformation & Project Services, Infrastructure & Cloud, Telecommunications, Digital & Software Engineering, GRC & Cyber Security, Corporate Services, Data & Analytics, Government IT, and Finance & Procurement. The portfolio is supported by technology platforms including LaunchConnect VMS (for workforce visibility), a Contractor Portal (for timesheet and compliance management), and integrations with third-party recruitment tools (JobAdder ATS, hireEZ AI sourcing, LinkedIn Recruiter, Seek Talent Search). The company operates ISO 9001:2015 certified processes and maintains a 96% first-time hire success rate across placements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Contract Recruitment Contract staffing solutions providing organizations with temporary IT and corporate services professionals for project-based needs. Includes a dedicated Contractor Care Manager, regular check-ins, streamlined onboarding, and access to wellbeing and learning benefits.
• Permanent Recruitment Permanent placement services connecting organizations with candidates for long-term employment across IT and corporate services roles. Draws on extensive networks and follows proven search methodologies with a 96% first-time hire success rate.
• Payroll Services Managed payroll services combining ISO 9001:2015 quality frameworks, secure cloud-based systems (Astute Payroll), and a dedicated finance team for streamlined and compliant contractor payment processing.
• Executive Search Specialized executive recruitment service for senior leadership appointments across corporate services and IT. Supported by dedicated research teams, tailored methodologies, and discreet engagement with high-calibre candidates.
• Launch Talent Solutions Comprehensive workforce programs including Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), Managed Services (MSP), and talent advisory services. Designed to help organizations build adaptable and sustainable workforces with ISO 9001:2015 quality assurance and LaunchConnect VMS technology.

Quantifiable outcome

• 96% first-time hire success rate
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• With One Voice Choir – RedfernminorOthers · 1 June 2026Launch Giving community partnership supporting a social initiative. The choir is one of several charitable organisations Launch supports through fundraising and volunteering.
• 15TREESminorOthers · 1 June 2026Environmental partnership through which Launch has planted 180 trees across Australia, including 60 new trees in the Daintree Rainforest in early 2026, supporting the company's social purpose and environmental commitments.
• The Sydney University SettlementminorOthers · 1 June 2026Community charity partner supported through the Launch Giving program, which backs causes that matter to the Launch team and the broader community.
• Can ToominorOthers · 1 June 2026Charity partner supported through Launch Giving, focused on health and community initiatives. Launch team members participate in fundraising activities including marathons.
• Launch Talent Solutions (launchts.com.au)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026A dedicated division of Launch providing Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) and Managed Services (MSP) programs, designed and delivered for large employers to build adaptable and sustainable workforces. Operates as a separate branded entity with its own platform and technology.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Talent International: Australia-headquartered IT recruitment specialist with permanent, contract, and government IT practices. Direct competitor in IT perm/contract placement and government panel supply.
• Peoplebank Australia: Specialist IT recruitment firm with strong government and enterprise presence in Australia. Competes head-to-head with Launch in IT, digital, and government cleared placements.
• Robert Half Australia: Specialist staffing firm focused on IT, finance, and accounting professionals in Australia. Closely comparable business model with perm and contract placement across enterprise clients.
• Aurec Group: Australian IT and digital recruitment specialist serving enterprise and government clients. Direct mid-sized peer with similar IT sector focus and consultant-led delivery model.
• Robert Walters Australia: International specialist recruiter with Australian operations focused on IT, tech, and professional services perm and contract roles. Similar mid-to-senior level placement focus and enterprise client base.

Broad incumbents

• Michael Page Australia: Global recruitment brand with strong Australian presence across IT, digital, and corporate services. Comparable in IT perm placement but operates a broader multi-sector portfolio.
• Hudson Global (Australia): Established recruitment and talent solutions provider with Australian IT, finance, and corporate services coverage. Comparable across RPO, perm, and contract; broader portfolio than Launch.
• Chandler Macleod: One of Australia's largest recruitment firms with IT, government, and corporate services practices. Comparable in scale and breadth; competes for government panel work and enterprise IT contracts.
• Hays Australia: Global recruitment firm with substantial Australian IT and corporate services practices. Directly comparable to Launch in IT perm/contract staffing but operates at much larger scale across many industries.

Regional players

• Davidson Technology: Australian technology and digital recruitment firm with government and enterprise focus. Comparable mid-sized specialist peer in IT perm/contract and government panel supply.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/launch-recruitment
• Xx.com/launchjobs

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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