Payroll & HR services

Hire in Australia in days, not months

Hire and grow your workforce in Australia without establishing a local entity through compliant Employer of Record services delivered by a locally based team with human support.

The smarter way to hire in Australia

Hiring in Australia is complex. We simplify it.

Australia’s employment framework is complex, from Fair Work and payroll obligations to visa sponsorship and employment compliance. ANZPEO simplifies hiring through Employer of Record, payroll, HR compliance and visa services delivered by a locally based team with over 20 years of experience.

Employer of Record

Hire employees in Australia without establishing a local entity through ANZPEO’s Employer of Record services.

Australian compliance covered

Visa sponsorship

Relocate key staff or access global talent through ANZPEO’s approved On-Hire Labour Agreement.

EOR-sponsorship pathways

Payroll & HR management

Outsource payroll, superannuation and HR compliance in Australia while retaining full operational control.

Compliant payroll management

australia at a glance

Why Australia is a leading market for business expansion

A strong, AAA-rated economy, skilled workforce and strategic access to APAC markets make Australia an attractive destination for international business expansion.

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The ANZPEO difference

Australian-based Employer of Record with an On-Hire Labour Agreement

ANZPEO enables businesses to hire, sponsor and manage employees in Australia through compliant payroll, HR and visa solutions backed by local expertise and in-country support.

Skills in Demand Visa (482)

Employer-sponsored visa pathways for skilled professionals enabling them to live and work in Australia for up to four years.

OHLA

backed sponsorship

Temporary Work Visa (400)

Short-term visa pathways for urgent or specialist roles, streamlined under approved agreements.

2-4 weeks

Typical processing

End-to-end management

Payroll, HR, visa and employment compliance managed locally by experienced specialists.

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admin required

Ready to Expand into Australia with Confidence?

Speak with our team about your hiring plans and workforce goals in Australia, backed by compliant local employment expertise.

how it works

Simple, compliant hiring in Australia in three steps

A simple, efficient process designed to help businesses hire and onboard employees quickly while ensuring compliant employment in Australia.

Employers must provide written employment agreements and comply with statutory minimum standards for wages, leave entitlements and termination protections.

Employers must make mandatory superannuation contributions for eligible employees, with associated ATO reporting requirements.

State-based payroll tax thresholds may apply, alongside ongoing reporting and compliance obligations across jurisdictions.

Certain states require businesses supplying on-hire workers to hold a valid labour hire licence. Operating without one may expose both parties to regulatory action

Employers sponsoring overseas workers must meet ongoing monitoring and reporting requirements under Australian visa regulations.

Australia compliance

Navigate Australia’s employment requirements with confidence

Australia’s employment system is nationally regulated, with additional state-based obligations. Employers must manage employment compliance across pay, superannuation, taxation and visa sponsorship requirements.

ANZPEO manages all five of these for you, across every Australian state and territory.

Trusted by global businesses expanding into Australia and New Zealand

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Bobbie Darrock
Bobbie Darrock
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"The expertise and support provided by the team at ANZPEO has been second to none as we expand into Australia. Highly recommend ANZPEO as an employment partner."
Caren Mix
Caren Mix
★★★★★
"ANZPEO has been an invaluable resource in helping us get our team set up in Australia and New Zealand. They ensured we were compliant with workforce regulations. I recommend them to global organisations looking for employment support across these territories."
Imad Makdah
Imad Makdah
★★★★★
"We're very happy to have signed up with ANZPEO. They're professional, highly knowledgeable and efficient. The transition of our employees was smooth and timely. I highly recommend them as an Employer of Record and payroll provider."
Bobbie Darrock
Bobbie Darrock
★★★★★
"The expertise and support provided by the team at ANZPEO has been second to none as we expand into Australia. Highly recommend ANZPEO as an employment partner."
Caren Mix
Caren Mix
★★★★★
"ANZPEO has been an invaluable resource in helping us get our team set up in Australia and New Zealand. They ensured we were compliant with workforce regulations. I recommend them to global organisations looking for employment support across these territories."
Imad Makdah
Imad Makdah
★★★★★
"We're very happy to have signed up with ANZPEO. They're professional, highly knowledgeable and efficient. The transition of our employees was smooth and timely. I highly recommend them as an Employer of Record and payroll provider."

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Through an Employer of Record model, international businesses can hire employees in Australia without establishing a local entity. ANZPEO acts as the legal employer and manages payroll, HR and compliance obligations on your behalf. 

An Employer of Record is a third-party organisation that legally employs staff on behalf of an overseas company. In Australia, this includes managing employment contracts, payroll, superannuation, tax reporting and compliance with national and state employment laws. 

Yes, where authorised. As an Approved On-Hire Labour Agreement holder, ANZPEO can sponsor eligible workers under selected Australian visa pathways and manage ongoing sponsorship compliance requirements. 

Employers in Australia must comply with national employment standards, minimum and award wage requirements, contribute to superannuation, and manage payroll tax where applicable. Additional requirements may apply depending on the state and employment structure.

Timeframes depend on the employment structure and visa requirements. In most cases, once documentation is finalised, employees can be onboarded within days to a week. Visa-based hires may require additional processing time. 

Businesses can outsource payroll processing, superannuation administration, tax reporting and employment administration through a payroll or Employer of Record provider. ANZPEO manages these responsibilities while helping businesses maintain compliance with Australian employment requirements.

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Practical insights on hiring, compliance and workforce management in Australia.

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