People and Purpose

People and Purpose is a specialist HR recruitment and outplacement company built by senior recruiters with two decades of expertise in the field. Founded by partners Bianca Clifton and Emma Egan, the company provides a high-touch, personal approach to HR talent acquisition and employee transition support. Their core services encompass HR recruitment from HRBPs to CHROs and executive search roles, alongside comprehensive outplacement and transition programmes that support employees through career changes with recruiter-led coaching and AI-enabled tools. Every engagement includes structured reference checking and is delivered with direct partner involvement, ensuring consistent quality and strategic alignment throughout the process.

People and Purpose specialises exclusively in human resources recruitment, recognising that HR talent acquisition requires deep sector knowledge and an extensive network within the Australian HR community. The company works with HR and People and Culture leaders to build exceptional teams and support employees at every stage of their journey, from initial hiring through to transition and outplacement. Their approach combines traditional recruiter expertise with modern support mechanisms, enabling them to scale programmes rapidly from individual senior exits to full organisational restructures whilst maintaining the same level of care and structure.

Based in Sydney, People and Purpose operates across New South Wales and serves HR leaders nationwide through remote delivery. The company has built its reputation on delivering thoughtful, end-to-end processes that prioritise long-term fit and employer brand protection. HR leaders choose People and Purpose because they work with senior partners rather than a portal system, ensuring every conversation, decision, and detail receives direct attention. Their commitment to staying steady when client needs change, combined with their deep market reputation and recruiter-led approach, distinguishes them as a trusted partner for the people moments that matter most to organisations.