The hiring process is changing — algorithms scan your resume before humans do, and hiring managers are seeking more than just technical expertise. So how can you position yourself to stand out?
In this open conversation, our panel of a specialist recruiter and two senior hiring executives will lift the lid on how hiring decisions are made.
Topics:
Hear unfiltered insights on:
- Standing out in a crowded market
- Navigating resume screening and AI recruitment filters
- How to get past HR screening algorithms and AI-based applicant systems
- The interview skills that signal readiness and cultural fit
- What frustrates hiring managers — and what makes them say “yes”
- How to craft a compelling professional story and value proposition
- What recruiters and hiring managers really think about resumes, interviews, and follow-ups
- What differentiates successful candidates — and common dealbreakers to avoid
🎤 Speaker Spotlight:
Benedikt Schneider
CFO Australia & Asia Pacific, REMA TIP TOP
Benedikt is an accomplished international finance executive with over 20 years of experience across Europe, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region. He began his career as an internal auditor with global organisations, building a strong foundation in governance, risk, and operational insight, before transitioning into senior commercial/ finance leadership roles. Today, he serves as CFO for Australia & Asia Pacific at REMA TIP TOP, where he has led major business transformations, post-merger integrations, and turnaround initiatives. Benedikt is recognised for his strategic mindset, commercial focus, and ability to lead multicultural teams to deliver sustainable growth and operational excellence.
Lee Hine
Director, KPP Search
Lee is a highly experienced Risk, Audit and Compliance recruiter with almost 20 years operating in this space. Originally from London, Lee opened KPP's Sydney Office in 2017 and has placed hundreds of candidates at various levels of seniority with a range of clients in that time. Lee's deep technical understanding and well-established networks enable him to match skilled professionals with positions that drive organisational excellence. He is adept at navigating complex recruitment landscapes and understanding the nuanced requirements of Audit, Risk and Compliance functions.
Key specialisms: Internal Audit – IT Audit - Internal Controls - Technology Risk – Operational Risk – Credit Risk – Market Risk - Compliance - Investigations
Daniel Ostermeyer
Director Risk, Deloitte
Dan is a risk, regulatory and compliance leader with over 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry in Australia, the UK and Europe. He is a Director in Deloitte's Regulatory Risk team where he helps clients understand their compliance obligations, optimise risk management and drive regulatory changes efficiently and effectively. Dan is passionate about growing the next generation of risk professionals and is an active member of the Risk Management Association.
🎤 Facilitator Spotlight:
Alyssa Yoong, CPA, CIA, GAICD
Alyssa Yoong is a governance, risk and assurance leader with 20+ years’ experience supporting executives and Boards across complex and regulated sectors. She brings clarity to operational risk, internal controls and performance issues to enable practical, commercially sound decisions. Alyssa is a CPA, CIA and GAICD, and a long-standing IIA volunteer who contributes to the profession through coaching and mentoring, advocacy, thought leadership and stakeholder engagement — helping leaders trust and leverage internal audit for meaningful impact.
IIA-Australia Member: $0.00 AUD
IIA-Australia Non-Member: $65.00 AUD
CPE Points: 1
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