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For many professionals, summer is synonymous with switching on an out-of-office and switching off from work. But for those considering their next career move, it can also be one of the most strategic times of the year to pause, reflect and plan ahead.
The graduate job market is currently experiencing what many describe as a “perfect storm”. But, at Bain and Gray, we continue to see first-hand how powerful graduate talent can be when given the right platform. Far from being “entry-level support”, graduates today are often the future builders of teams, systems and culture.
After nearly three decades in recruitment and career coaching, one thing is clear to our MD Tray: the people who stay relevant are not those who know the most today, but those who learn the fastest. This blog explores how the industry has evolved from faxed CVs to AI-enabled hiring, and why the real challenge now is less about technology itself and more about how we build capability for what comes next.
What is company culture? For us, in part it is employee ownership. It is about more than a business structure, but creating a sense of shared responsibility, collaboration and pride, and it shapes the way we think about the day-to-day experience of working at Bain and Gray.
For a long time, operational support functions were seen as purely administrative. Assistants, business support professionals, and operations teams were there to organise, coordinate, and keep things running smoothly in the background. That view is starting to feel outdated and Tray Durrant explores why.
In most organisations, the roles that shape how an office truly runs are often the least visible. Leadership sets direction, but it’s the behind-the-scenes work that keeps everything smooth, organised and effective, the invisible architecture of a high-performing office.
As Q2 approaches, most leadership teams focus on growth targets, strategy and market opportunities. Yet one of the most powerful drivers of organisational productivity sits much closer to home: the support structure behind the leadership team.
As organisations grow in complexity, many founders and CEOs realise they need someone who can sit at the centre of the operation, connecting strategy, communication and execution. That’s where a Chief of Staff comes in.
For those who weren’t aware, Bain and Gray is an Employee Owned Business. As part of our Behind the Desk series, Tara Polglase, our Employee Council Chair, has written a short piece on what high-performing support teams really need from leadership.
Q1 is the most strategically powerful moment in the hiring calendar. Our Managing Director, Tray, shares why securing exceptional business support early in the year creates calmer leadership, sharper decision-making and long-term operational momentum.
As we step into this new year, organisations are sharpening their focus on priorities and executive support teams are no exception. Explore Jessie Hignell's perspective on why leaders are looking for partners who can elevate the business, act as trusted representatives, and help shape company culture.
Introducing Behind the Desk - Bain and Gray’s new blog series sharing insider insight from our permanent recruitment team, starting with our Associate Director, Victoria.
