[4][5] He made his debut for Hawthorn against West Coast in round 4 of the 2012 AFL season at Patersons Stadium.

In the 2013 AFL season Hill switched to the number 10 guernsey and cemented his spot in the starting line-up, playing 24 out of 25 games and kicking 18 goals.

The performance that won him a 2013 AFL Rising Star nomination was his 17 disposal and two goal effort in Hawthorn's thrilling win against the Crows at AAMI Stadium in round 6.

He then repeated the trick in the 3rd quarter when Gunston pounced upon the spilt ball to spin around and kick his 4th goal to re-establish Hawthorn's lead going into the final stanza.

In mid 2019, Hill spoke to his manager about seeking a trade to a Victorian-based team at the end of the season.

[9] Hill eventually requested a trade to St Kilda following interest from several Victorian clubs.