Cadence Connect CADENCE CONNECT
EVP / 2026
Employee Value Proposition · 2026

Your career deserves a trusted partner.

001 / Welcome

It gives us great pleasure to present our EVP, a reflection of our commitment to you, and the unique opportunities available to those who join Cadence Connect.

The Cadence Connect team
Recognised by SOURCR Awards
01Our Why
The reason Cadence exists

Shaping futures,
innovating growth
& opportunity.

02What you can expect

Three promises we
make to every hire.

Built around you.

You'll be empowered to do your finest work alongside genuine industry experts, professionals who have led teams, grown businesses, and delivered at the highest level. We share knowledge, challenge each other, and pursue ambitious goals as one.

Earn more.
Live better.

Cadence was founded to give talented people the earning potential they deserve, without sacrificing the life they've built outside of work. Fully flexible arrangements honour both your professional ambitions and your personal commitments.

A culture worth joining.

Our team shows up every day ready to be the best version of themselves, invested in each other, committed to clients, dedicated to candidates. Inclusive by design, and we celebrate success daily, because great work deserves to be recognised.

★★★★★
Client testimonial
Google 5.0★★★★★ Read reviews
"Tom and Cadence Connect are professional in every sense of the word. Worked to make sure that the match was right for not just his customer but for the candidate as well, far beyond the level of care I have come to expect from the majority of recruiters."
— Aiden, General Manager
03Meet the co-founders

Two experts who've
actually done the job.

Cadence was founded by Tom Beechey and Travis Steel, two industry experts who bring something rare to recruitment: they've actually done the jobs they hire for. Together, Tom and Travis have built simple, proven formulas that drive great outcomes for clients, candidates and consultants alike.

Tom Beechey

Tom Beechey

Co-founder · Technology

Eight years as a Microsoft-certified Windows Systems Engineer in the UK before transitioning into technical recruitment in 2008. Relocated to Brisbane in 2010 and has spent over 15 years building deep networks across the Queensland IT market. A proud father of two, with a passion for fitness and sport.

Travis Steel

Travis Steel

Co-founder · Finance

CPA-qualified with 15+ years across finance and consulting in Queensland. Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) from the University of Queensland. Previously led the Finance, Accounting & Consulting practice at a NYSE-listed firm, managing a team of 12 and delivering revenues exceeding $8M per year as a Director.

Top 1% Multiple global awards for individual performance and team leadership.
04Areas of expertise

Where partnerships begin,
and success follows.

A high-level overview of the verticals we specialise in, both permanent and contract.

Technology

  • 01Infrastructure
  • 02Cloud & Service Delivery
  • 03Software Developers / Engineers
  • 04BI, Data Analysts & Data Engineers
  • 05Digital / Business Transformation
  • 06Head of IT / CIO

Financial Services

  • 01Business Transformation
  • 02CFO & Financial Controllership
  • 03Financial & Management Accounting
  • 04Business & Financial Analytics
  • 05Commercial Managers & Tax Specialists
05Chapter five

Core Values.

Four words we actually live by.

Trust

The foundation of our business. Strong, lasting relationships built on transparency, consistency, and open communication, internally and with our clients.

Outcome

Success measured by tangible commercial outcomes, not activity. Every solution is tailored to deliver real impact.

Reliability

We do what we say we will. Our team operates with professionalism and accountability, supporting each other to consistently deliver.

Authenticity

Genuine people, real connections. By showing up as ourselves, we create an environment that fosters trust, growth, and long-term success.

★★★★★
Candidate testimonial
600+ Seek reviews
"Cadence were great. Always communicating to ensure I knew what was happening at all points throughout the process. I was made to feel involved and supported at all times."
— Craig, Service Delivery Manager
06Benefits & rewards

What you take home,
beyond the salary.

40%+
Bonus starts at 40%+ uncapped, and increases with tenure.
Unlimited annual leave. We trust you to manage your time.
100%
Flexible working, built around real life, not the other way round.
Performance-related discretionary bonuses
Unlimited annual leave
Day off on your birthday
Flexible working arrangements
Multi-office locations
Future career pathways
Constant learning & development
Strong management & leadership team
Latest software & AI tools
Charity days & community involvement
Mental health retreats
Coffee, tea & beer on tap
Office life at Cadence ConnectOffice life
Team dinnerQuarterly events
Team retreatTeam retreat
Melbourne Cup DayMelbourne Cup
★★★★★
Client testimonial
"Excellent and very smooth process, wonderful outcome. Looking forward to working with you again."
— Michelle, Shine Lawyers Ltd
07Career succession plan

A clear ladder.
Two ways up.

Whether you want to deepen your craft as an individual contributor, or build and lead a team, the path is transparent, and the rewards scale with you.

Individual contributor IC
1
Account Executive

Previous success billing in excess of $300K rolling 12-month period and/or 3–5 years recruitment experience.

2
Senior Account Executive

Previous success billing in excess of $400K rolling 12-month period and/or 5+ years recruitment experience.

3
Principal Account Executive

Previous success billing in excess of $500K rolling 12-month period.

Leadership LEAD
1
Senior Consultant Manager

% override on direct reports that are bonus-eligible. Additional bonus relative to personal annual billing target ($400K–$550K).

2
Senior Manager

% override on direct reports. Additional bonus relative to personal annual billing target ($400K–$550K).

3
Associate Partner

Increased % override on direct reports. Discretionary partner annual bonus based on company performance.

4
Partner

Profit share, partner bonus on divisional performance.

08Join us

People.
Solutions.
Strategies.

Office
Level 6, 25 King Street
Bowen Hills, Brisbane QLD 4006
Email
admin@cadenceconnect.com.au
Phone
+61 499 268 599
+61 497 372 485