Hiring, Payroll & Employment
in Australia
Hire Employees and Contractors in Australia
Project Global helps international businesses hire, onboard and manage employees and contractors in Australia without needing to establish their own local entity. Through our established presence in Australia and in-country expertise, we provide Employer of Record (EOR), contractor management, payroll, compliance, recruitment and workforce administration services.
Services available in Australia:
About Australia
Australia is one of the world's most stable and business-friendly economies, with strengths across financial services, technology, healthcare, mining, education and professional services. Its highly skilled workforce, transparent regulatory environment and strong infrastructure make it an attractive destination for international employers. Situated in the Asia-Pacific region, Australia serves as a strategic gateway for businesses expanding across APAC. Its robust legal framework, strong employee protections and mature labour market support sustainable growth and workforce development.
Australia: Country Resources
Currency:
Australian Dollar (AUD)
Capital:
Canberra
Language:
English
Ease of doing Business
Very Easy
Population Size
27M
VAT
10% general rate
Go Global in Australia
Our multinational clients trust us to take care of international payments and compliance for employees, contractors and freelancers working in Australia.
You can use our Employer of Record (EOR) service to employ your team via our legal entity – onboarding your Top Talent quickly and with ease.
Experience our world class service – for your business and your team.
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FAQ's
Salary and compensation in Australia are primarily governed by the Fair Work Act 2009. Key provisions include:
National Minimum Wage: Employees must be paid at least the applicable national minimum wage or the minimum rates prescribed by a Modern Award or Enterprise Agreement.
Payment of Wages: Employees are generally paid weekly, fortnightly or monthly as agreed in their employment contract.
Overtime and Penalty Rates: Eligible employees may be entitled to overtime pay, penalty rates and allowances under an applicable Modern Award or Enterprise Agreement.
Superannuation Contributions: Employers must make compulsory superannuation contributions on behalf of eligible employees.
Annual Leave and Public Holidays: Employees are entitled to paid annual leave and public holiday benefits in accordance with the Fair Work Act.
Employers must comply with these requirements to ensure fair and lawful compensation practices.
Employees in Australia are entitled to various forms of leave under the National Employment Standards and applicable workplace agreements. Key leave entitlements include:
- Annual Leave: Paid annual leave for eligible employees, with additional entitlements applying in certain circumstances.
- Personal and Carer’s Leave: Leave available for personal illness, injury, or to care for an immediate family or household member.
- Compassionate Leave: Leave available following the death or serious illness of a close family or household member.
- Parental Leave: Eligible employees may access parental leave in connection with the birth or adoption of a child.
- Family and Domestic Violence Leave: Protected leave for employees experiencing family or domestic violence.
- Community Service Leave: Leave for eligible community service activities, including jury duty and emergency management responsibilities.
- Long Service Leave: Additional leave that may become available after an extended period of continuous service, subject to state and territory legislation.
- Public Holidays: Employees may be entitled to paid leave on recognised public holidays, subject to workplace requirements and applicable legislation.
Employers must ensure leave entitlements are provided in accordance with applicable employment laws and workplace agreements.
Mandatory insurance provisions for employees in Australia include:
- Workers’ Compensation Insurance: Employers are generally required to maintain workers’ compensation insurance to provide support for employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. Requirements vary by state and territory.
- Superannuation Contributions: While not insurance, employers are required to make mandatory superannuation contributions on behalf of eligible employees. These contributions help employees save for retirement and form a key part of Australia’s employment framework.
There are no broad mandatory health insurance requirements for employees. However, employers must ensure compliance with all applicable workers’ compensation, superannuation and workplace safety obligations.
