HR Checklist: Employee Mobility & Recruitment in Australia

Everything You Need to Navigate Australian Labor, Tax, and Visa Compliance

Deploying talent to Australia or making key local hires involves navigating complex legal frameworks, labor awards, and tax obligations. This free operational checklist breaks down the relocation and hiring process into five actionable stages to ensure your expansion runs smoothly and compliantly. 

Key Sections Covered in the Asset

• Step 1: Immigration & Visas Identify legal work pathways, validate Sponsor Approvals, navigate TSMIT salary thresholds, and leverage Labor Market Testing (LMT) exemptions.
• Step 2: Employment & Contracts Draft compliant local employment contracts aligned with National Employment Standards (NES) and Modern Awards.
• Step 3: Local Taxation & Superannuation Understand tax residency, Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) obligations, and mandatory Superannuation Guarantee contributions (currently 12%).
• Step 4: Social Security & Healthcare Mitigate dual-contribution risks, evaluate OVHC coverage, and manage workplace insurance requirements for international assignees.
• Step 5: Relocation & Onboarding Streamline local setups including Tax File Number (TFN) registrations, bank accounts, temporary housing, and family support systems.
  
  

Explore Related Insights Before You Expand

To complement your checklist, check out these deep-dive articles from the Expandys expert team: 

Explore visa pathways (such as Subclass 482 / 400), sponsor requirements, tax residency rules, and social security arrangements for international transfers.

Learn about benchmark salary structures, wage expectations, Modern Awards, and competitive compensation strategies across major Australian industries.

Discover how using an Employer of Record (EOR) simplifies Australian workforce management, contract compliance, and international payroll without setting up a local entity.

Need Direct Support Expanding to Australia?

Expandys’ Employer of Record (EOR) and Global Mobility services guide your team through every step of local hiring, contract compliance, and visa processing.