As Director and Name Partner at Woods & Co, Tom brings a deep-rooted passion for people and a background in hospitality that naturally led him into recruitment. His recruitment journey began in an agency setting, where he discovered a talent for connecting people with opportunity. That experience sparked the launch of his own business, which has since expanded to Melbourne and New York City, with a team of 30+ across both continents. With extensive experience in permanent and temporary placements, negotiation, sales, and relationship management, Tom has been instrumental in shaping the Woods & Co culture. His drive, work ethic, and leadership continue to fuel the growth of our Australian and North American offices, ensuring we consistently connect the right people with the right opportunities.
The glue that holds the office together. Caitie is a highly organised, innovative, and creative individual that excels at administration. She manages the operations of the office, organises the team, and keeps everyone on schedule. No day at the office is ever the same for Caitie.
As the Directer of Recruitment in Australia, Jack brings a wealth of expertise to the table. Whether you’re seeking a BDM, Account Manager, Marketing Manager, or HR role, Jack is your go-to-guy. His outstanding track record of success demonstrates his ability to help clients achieve their staffing goals, making him the perfect partner for your recruitment needs.
A member of the Financial Services team at Woods & Co, specialising in Investment, financial advice, and wealth management recruitment, Xavier brings a wealth of experience from diverse sales and business development roles, both nationally and internationally. Xavier enjoys learning about the world of wealth management and investments, and finds fulfilment in engaging with high-level individuals with complex career objectives.
Harry is a versatile professional specialising in sales, management, and recruitment. With a background in account management within the sporting apparel industry, he found his passion for the people-centric hustle of sales. This led him to seamlessly transition into recruitment, where he continues to excel. Harry brings a unique perspective to his role, connecting with individuals, building relationships, and contributing to the success of his team and the company.
Caitie is a seasoned recruiter, specialising in sourcing top-tier talent such as Development Managers, Project Managers (Client Side), Marketing experts, and Analysts. With nearly a decade of experience in recruitment, Caitie's journey spans from volunteering with the Make-A-Wish foundation to owning her own business for six years. Her professional and personal interests intersect within Property Recruitment due to her genuine passion for property development and the dynamic challenges it presents.
Phoebe is a Recruitment Consultant at Woods & Co, specialising in Administration, Sales, and Management roles. A recent Bachelor of Business graduate from Monash, with a focus on Human Resources, she previously worked as an HR Coordinator in the FMCG industry, handling recruitment, employee experience, and event coordination. Phoebe’s passion for connecting with people and helping them succeed naturally led her to a career in recruitment, where she thrives on enabling others to reach their potential.
Laughlan is a Managing Consultant at Woods & Co, where he focuses on finding top talent across Marketing and Communications roles. With four years of experience at a large recruitment agency under his belt, he’s no stranger to the fast-paced world of hiring. Laughlan loves a good challenge and thrives on meeting new people doing interesting and creative things.
Flynn is a Recruitment Consultant at Woods & Co, specialising in trades and services roles. With a background in sales, he brings a strong understanding of people and communication to the role, helping connect businesses with the right talent. He enjoys working across the trades and construction space, where no two days are the same and every role brings something different, whether it’s the people, projects, or pace of the industry. Outside of work, Flynn keeps things simple. You’ll usually find him watching or playing footy and cricket, or having a game of pool. He’s a fan of a good coffee during the day and a beer or wine in the evening, with pasta always a go-to meal. When it’s time to switch off, he enjoys getting away up the east coast, with Merimbula a favourite spot.
Corey is the Content Creator at Woods & Co, bringing the brand to life across our digital channels. He works across everything from planning and filming to editing and posting, creating content that showcases our team, clients, and the day-to-day of the business. Working closely with the wider team, Corey makes sure everything feels on-brand, engaging, and authentic, helping drive awareness and keep Woods & Co front of mind.
As a Recruitment Consultant at Woods & Co, Katrina works within the Hospitality team, connecting great people with roles that suit their skills and passions. With a Bachelor of Commerce and a background in employment services recruitment, she brings a thoughtful, relationship-focused approach to her work. Having spent years in hospitality herself, from barista to venue manager, Katrina has a deep understanding of the industry and loves being able to bridge her experience with her passion for helping others.
As a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Woods & Co, Ruby supports the Sales, Support & Service team across a range of roles and tasks, keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. With a background in Psychology and three years of hospitality experience, she’s passionate about connecting with people and helping them navigate new opportunities. Ruby’s love of communication and supporting others makes her a natural fit in the world of recruitment.
Sam is a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Woods & Co, specialising in residential construction roles across both office and site-based positions. With three years of recruitment experience, Sam began their career in New Zealand before moving to Melbourne a year and a half ago to focus on the construction sector. Holding a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in HR, Sam has always been passionate about people-focused work and was drawn to recruitment as the perfect way to combine these interests.
Grace is a Recruitment Coordinator at Woods & Co, specialising in temporary and casual hires within the Hospitality team. She connects venues with standout bartenders, baristas, and more, ensuring the right people land in fun and lively spaces. With years of hands-on experience across bartending, barista work, reception, and hospitality both at home and abroad, Grace brings an insider’s perspective to recruitment. She’s always loved the fast-paced energy of the industry and the buzz of meeting people from all walks of life, and now channels that passion into helping others find roles where they can thrive and grow.
Hugh is a Recruitment Consultant at Woods & Co, specialising in Finance and Technology roles. He brings extensive experience in account management, having worked across government, corporate enterprises, and small to medium businesses in multifaceted roles covering sales, account management, and strategy. Hugh's focus is simple: place good people at good companies, creating benefits for both parties.
John is a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Woods & Co, specialising in the warehouse, manufacturing, transport, and logistics sectors. With over five years of experience in recruitment, including three years running his own agency, he brings a strong commercial understanding of the industry and a practical approach to finding the right people for the right roles. Drawn to Woods & Co by the team culture and strong social environment, John enjoys working in a fast-paced team while delivering reliable hiring solutions for his clients.
Sharon is a Managing Consultant at Woods & Co, leading the Technology & Finance practice. She partners closely with clients to support business growth, delivering high-impact talent solutions across digital and IT while remaining hands-on in placing senior technology professionals. With over 15 years of recruitment experience spanning both agency and in-house roles at global organisations such as Cisco Systems, Deloitte and Pegasystems, Sharon brings a deep understanding of the technology landscape, along with a genuine passion for mentoring and developing high-performing teams. Outside of work, Sharon is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, particularly supporting women in technology. She’s also a qualified yoga and meditation teacher, enjoys pilates and strength training, and loves to travel, with Sri Lanka a favourite destination.
