It is all possible!

Professional Services, Government and Education

Business to business collaboration founded on genuine relationships as well as a connection to their community and a love for living regional, is why professionals in this sector choose the South Coast.

With the stability of wide-ranging careers in government and education, the region is also home to hundreds of professional practices with decades of established client relationships who are relied upon by the regions' cross section of larger businesses for their expert advice in legal, financial, HR, marketing and IT amongst other services.

Whether you are seeking progression within a corporate environment, or even ownership of your own practice, for professionals with a desire for both regional living and career fulfilment, you really can have it all on the South Coast.

Industry Snapshot
6,500
people employed in financial and insurance services *
8.85%
employed hold professional, scientific and technical careers *
162
estimated business administration open careers *
* Statistics as of 31 Oct, 2024
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Community Connectedness

Work with an employer who actively invests in strategies to connect you with your community, creating a sense of real connection to where you work and play.

Collaboration

Advance your career through business-to-business, professional-to-professional collaboration in a region where genuine relationships elevate the region’s economic capabilities.

Senior Insurance Broker at Macey Insurance Brokers on the South Coast

Growing

As the regions’ engine industries continue to grow, so do your career opportunities with pathways available that are varied, broad and forever challenging and evolving you.

Professional Services, Government and Education

Featured Employers

Meet some of the leading employers in the Berry Professional Services, Government and Education.

I.T Basecamp
Professional Services, Government and Education

IT Basecamp

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Professional Services, Government and Education

Macey Insurance Brokers

Carter Ferguson Solicitors-career progression
Professional Services, Government and Education

Carter Ferguson Solicitors

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Professional Services, Government and Education

Financial Dynamics

Testimonies from
Carter Ferguson Solicitors

“The team is supportive of one another and appreciates the value that you add. The office is fun and collaborative, not like the culture at other firms”

Lydia
Senior Solicitor

“I work at Carter Ferguson because I grow personally and professionally. I feel supported, empowered and actually want to get up and go to work”

Rachael
Senior Solicitor

“Everyone is always happy to help out whenever there is a problem and I have an easy going boss!”

Tait
Accounts Manager
Macey Insurance Brokers

We’re like a family here, people look out for each other.

Kathy Cake
Senior Insurance Broker

Joining Macey Insurance Brokers wasn’t just a career move; it was a lifestyle upgrade. Here, I’ve not only advanced my career, but also embraced a work-life balance that’s second to none.

Jason Jones
General Manager, Senior Insurance Broker
Financial Dynamics

The people here in general make work fun. I like the team environment and supportive culture.

Daisy Wynne
Junior Accountant

It’s a fun, supportive work environment, where professional growth is prioritised.

Darcy Hopkins
Junior Accountant

I loved experiencing the Northern Territory with our team and rewarding them for all their efforts.

Sharlina Mead
Manager
IT Basecamp

It’s the best place in NSW. I enjoy the daily challenge and working with highly talented people

Ben
Web Development

Working here exposes you to a wide range of technology and I love the outdoors of the South Coast

Gavin
Level 2 Technician

I love working here because of the people and I love living on the South Coast because of the beaches and breweries

Sand
Accounts Management

I love the South Coast, it’s a community with strong networks. Your skills are valued working here.

David
Partnerships Manager - Cyber Heroes

Everyone is super supportive!

Sudip
Help Desk
Professional Services, Government and Education

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