Hays announces partnership with Her Tech Circle to empower women across Australia’s Technology Sector

Published: 13 March 2026
 
Hays, the world’s leading recruitment company, has partnered with Her Tech Circle, reinforcing a long‑standing relationship built on shared values and a deep commitment to empowering women in technology across Australia through the partnership, Hays and Her Tech Circle will deliver structured mentoring, leadership capability building,  and community-led initiatives designed to support women navigating key career stages, from early career roles through to senior leadership. As Australia continues its push towards STEM skills and innovation, the partnership underscores the importance of diversity, inclusion and representation in shaping the future of the tech industry.
 
Peter Marinis, Regional Director – Technology at Hays, said the partnership reinforces Hays’ commitment to creating a more inclusive and innovative tech industry.
 
“This partnership is about creating meaningful pathways for women to thrive in technology,” Marinis said. “By combining our industry reach with Her Tech Circle’s community-led approach, we’re supporting women with the confidence, capability and networks needed to progress into leadership and influence the future of the tech sector.”
 

Empowering women to thrive at every stage

Through this partnership, Hays and Her Tech Circle will support women in technology through confidence building coaching, mentoring and networking, leadership development, and a safe, supportive community that enables career progression and industry impact.
 
Charul Budhiraja, Partnership Lead and Senior Business Manager at Hays, said “From early career through to leadership, this collaboration gives women the community, the safe space and the mentors they need at every stage of their tech careers.”
 

Supporting the future of STEM and industry innovation

With demand for STEM skills continuing to grow, Hays and Her Tech Circle are committed to ensuring women are supported, visible and empowered within Australia’s evolving technology landscape. The partnership will deliver initiatives focused on professional development, leadership capability and community building, helping women confidently step up, step forward and shape the future of the industry.
 
The collaboration supports a diverse audience across the tech ecosystem, championing women’s empowerment through leadership development, career progression, mentoring, education and industry innovation.

About Hays

Hays plc (the "Group") is the world’s leading specialist in recruitment and workforce solutions, such as Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) and Managed Service Provider (MSP). The Group is the expert at recruiting qualified, professional, and skilled people worldwide, being the market leader in the UK, Germany, and Australia and one of the market leaders in Continental Europe, Latin America, and Asia. The Group operates across the private and public sectors, dealing in permanent positions, contract roles and temporary assignments. As of 30 June 2025, the Group employed over 9,500 staff operating from 207 offices in 30 countries.


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