Blair holds a PhD in Economics from Johns Hopkins University where his studies concentrated on macroeconomics and labour. He completed his undergraduate studies at Monash University, where he majored in Economics, Econometrics and Accounting.


Prior to joining SEEK Blair has worked at the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) and ANZ.

Economist Briefing: Looking Ahead to the Labour Market and Economy in 2027

What could the next few years hold for Australia’s labour market and economy? In this session, Blair Chapman, SEEK’s Chief Economist, will share a forward-looking view of the economic and employment trends likely to shape the market through to 2027, drawing on SEEK data and broader market insights to help attendees understand what may be ahead for the recruitment industry.

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