James Maguire

Founder and Managing Director
Vocational Consultant

Graduating from UC in 1986 with a Psychology Degree, James started his career in the local employment industry, spending time in executive recruitment, government and private employment agencies before establishing Back to Work Employment in 1999. James completed his Bachelor of Social Services (Career Practice) in 2021.

Karen Courtney

Employment Coordinator

Joining Back to Work Employment in 2017, Karen has been helping job seekers since 2003, including linking people to the right employers. Nothing gives her greater satisfaction than seeing people succeed in life, and she will do everything possible to help make this happen.

Jaz Liddle

Employment Coordinator

Jaz is an experienced recruitment consultant with a background in retail store management. Jaz has a real passion for helping people, connecting employers and job seekers, listening to their needs and assisting them in finding the right position.

Katie Hesseling

Reception / Office Administrator

The friendly Face (and Voice) and our first point of customer contact here at Back to Work Employment. Katie has over 10 years experience working in administration roles and looks forward to assisting you.