Sam Makin

Sam Makin is the Director of MAKIN Advisory, a dynamic firm that brings together expertise in legal and recruitment services. With a commitment to creating thriving workplaces, Sam leverages his extensive experience to connect individuals with jobs that fit their aspirations and skills, ensuring a symbiotic relationship between employee satisfaction and business success. Sam's legal career spans over a decade, during which he has honed his skills across various domains. At MAKIN Legal, he focuses on business setup and structuring, trademark and IP protection, general commercial contracts, and employment law. His approach is holistic, aiming to safeguard the core elements businesses rely on: their ideas, intellectual property, workforce, and future prospects. His previous roles include serving as a Senior Associate at Radcliffs, where he played a pivotal role in the firm's operations. At Hismile, Sam was instrumental in shaping the human resources landscape as both a Lawyer and Head of People Operations, merging legal acumen with HR management. His time at MBA Lawyers added depth to his proficiency in corporate, commercial, and property law, while his foundational experience at McMillan Criminal Law as a Law Clerk set the groundwork for his multifaceted career. Holding a Bachelor of Laws from Griffith University with a strong GPA, Sam furthered his practical legal training at Bond University, equipping him with the knowledge and practical insights to lead MAKIN Advisory successfully. His vision is clear: to foster environments where employees feel valued and empowered, creating workplaces that are not only productive but also fulfilling.