Smart Tax Search

Smart Tax Search is a boutique tax recruitment and search agency founded in 2024 by Lauren Smart, who brings almost two decades of specialist experience recruiting in the tax market across Australia and the United Kingdom. The agency specialises in identifying and placing high-quality, qualified tax professionals with diverse skill sets, whilst also supporting employers in building high-performing tax teams. Smart Tax Search prioritises people and delivers excellent service to both clients and candidates through a down-to-earth and realistic approach to managing recruitment and career needs.

The company focuses exclusively on tax recruitment, working with senior tax leaders, partners, and top professionals across Australia to understand market trends, hiring shifts, salary movements, and evolving career paths within the sector. Smart Tax Search leverages its deep connections within Australia's most influential tax markets to provide tailored insights and unrivalled access to top-tier talent. The agency produces an annual Market Report and Salary Survey that offers clarity on industry developments, helping both employers and professionals make informed decisions about team building, career progression, and market benchmarking.

Smart Tax Search maintains a strategic presence across key Australian markets including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth, operating from major capital cities to emerging regional hubs. The agency's national network, combined with founder Lauren Smart's extensive experience and specialist focus, enables the company to deliver local knowledge and tailored recruitment solutions that set it apart from generalist competitors. Whether candidates are planning their next career move or employers are seeking to strengthen their tax teams, Smart Tax Search provides the expertise and connections necessary to achieve recruitment success.