Australia
Hire With Ease with an Employer of Record in Australia
Hiring in Australia requires strict compliance with local employment laws, payroll obligations and regulatory frameworks. EPG provides Employer of Record services in Australia that can support hiring in Australia without first establishing your own local employing entity, where an EOR arrangement is appropriate. This can simplify local employment administration while supporting compliance with applicable requirements.
On-Hire Labour Agreement
Be managed by experts for Australian employment
An Employer of Record arrangement can provide a local employment structure for hiring in Australia. Depending on the engagement, the EOR may employ workers who provide services to your business, with responsibilities structured according to applicable employment, labour hire, payroll and other regulatory requirements.
Employment compliance support from onboarding onwards
We manage agreed employer-side employment, payroll and regulatory responsibilities, helping businesses navigate applicable Australian requirements throughout the engagement. Learn more about our Employer of Record services.
Your team is onboarded fast
Where an EOR arrangement is appropriate, onboarding may be able to begin without first establishing your own local employing entity. Timing depends on the role, worker and engagement requirements.
Ongoing HR, legal and payroll support
Our EOR solutions in Australia include ongoing support across employment documentation, payroll processing and relevant compliance updates, helping businesses manage changing requirements.
What EPG manages for you under Australian employment law
Fair Work Act & NES
Fair Work Act & NES The Fair Work Act 2009 governs employment in Australia, with the National Employment Standards (NES) setting minimum entitlements. As your Employer of Record in Australia, EPG supports employment arrangements in line with applicable Fair Work and NES requirements, including working conditions, leave and termination obligations.
Modern Awards
Modern Awards Modern Awards set industry- and occupation-specific minimum pay rates and conditions that may apply in addition to the NES. Correct classification is important to managing underpayment risk. EPG supports award interpretation and application as part of classification and payroll administration, subject to the engagement and applicable requirements.
Superannuation
Superannuation Eligible employees are generally entitled to superannuation guarantee contributions at the applicable statutory rate. EPG supports fund setup, contributions and reporting as part of payroll administration, helping businesses manage applicable superannuation obligations.
Leave Entitlements
Leave Entitlements Employees are entitled to annual leave, personal leave and other statutory entitlements, with requirements arising under the National Employment Standards and applicable workplace instruments. EPG supports accruals, tracking and leave administration in line with applicable requirements.
Payroll Tax
Payroll Tax Payroll tax is a state and territory-based obligation with different thresholds and rates. Depending on the employment arrangement, EPG can support applicable payroll tax registration, reporting and payment obligations as part of payroll administration.
Termination & Notice
Termination & Notice Termination and offboarding can involve notice periods, redundancy obligations, unfair dismissal protections and other procedural requirements. EPG supports these processes in line with applicable legal and contractual requirements.
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Expand into Australia, hire without worry
Expanding into Australia or hiring locally comes with complex compliance requirements and administrative overhead. Our global staffing solutions are designed for:
- Global businesses hiring in Australia without first establishing their own local employing entity, where appropriate
- Companies entering the Australian market for the first time
- Organisations managing remote or distributed teams
- Businesses considering alternative employment structures for specific workforce needs
Many organisations use an EOR arrangement to help reduce risk, simplify onboarding and reduce the administrative burden of local employment setup. For contractor engagements, explore our Agent of Record services.
Everything that’s covered in our Employer of Record solutions for hiring Australians
Our EOR solutions in Australia are designed to support the employment lifecycle, helping businesses manage employment administration, payroll and applicable compliance requirements at each stage.
We help your business manage employment compliance and workforce administration
EPG supports employment documentation, worker data and agreed employer-side compliance processes in line with applicable Australian requirements. This helps reduce administrative burden and supports a more structured workforce arrangement from the outset.
Structured onboarding from day one
We streamline onboarding processes, allowing employees to start quickly while supporting applicable documentation, right-to-work checks and other onboarding requirements.
Employment law changes monitored before they affect payroll
Australian employment laws evolve regularly, including award rates and superannuation requirements. EPG monitors relevant changes and supports payroll updates to help maintain accuracy and compliance.
Ongoing compliance and advisory support
Our support extends across the full employment lifecycle, including payroll, HR and compliance advisory. Each function is aligned to improve consistency and simplify day-to-day management.
Why EPG Group
The reasons our clients don't look elsewhere
Working with EPG gives you a more structured and reliable way to manage your operations.
Simplified workforce management in Australia
Our team manages agreed employment administration and payroll processes, helping reduce your administrative burden and support alignment with applicable Australian requirements.
Compliance and admin support
Our team manages employment obligations end-to-end, reducing your administrative burden and ensuring alignment with Australian regulations.
Faster market entry with an EOR arrangement
Where an EOR arrangement is appropriate, businesses may be able to begin onboarding without first establishing their own local employing entity. Timing depends on the role, worker and engagement requirements.
Rely on full visibility
Our team is central to how your workforce is managed, with EPG’s technology supporting delivery.
Through Xemplo, you gain real-time visibility across your operations, including payroll data, leave balances, compliance alerts and audit trails. Everything is centralised and accessible, without adding complexity to your internal processes.
You don’t need to manage multiple systems or track every employment administration task manually. EPG manages agreed service delivery, while you retain visibility and operational oversight. Explore our tech and how it supports your workforce.
faqs
Common questions about EOR in Australia
Does an EOR in Australia need a labour hire licence?
In Australia, certain jurisdictions, including Queensland, Victoria, South Australia and the ACT, require labour hire licensing for certain on-hire arrangements. EPG operates subject to these requirements and applicable licensing frameworks.
How does payroll tax work across multiple states?
Payroll tax obligations vary by state and territory, with different thresholds and rates. Depending on the arrangement, EPG can support applicable registration and lodgement requirements as part of payroll administration.
What are the consequences of non-compliance in Australia?
Non-compliance can result in financial penalties, back payments and legal action. Incorrect worker classification or payroll errors can also lead to reputational risk. EPG helps businesses manage these risks through appropriately structured employment and payroll processes.
Your Australian workforce starts here
Hiring in Australia can be a seamless, well-managed process with the right approach. With EPG’s EOR solutions in Australia, you can build and manage your workforce with greater confidence, supported by experts across employment administration, payroll and compliance.