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Making Contracting Financially Rewarding: Smart Structures, Salary Packaging & Financial Strategies

Salary Packaging

In Australia, contracting has become a mainstay across IT, healthcare, engineering, and professional services, due in no small part to the financial reward to be gained from doing it right. As of August 2024, there were 1.1 million independent…

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Salary Packaging

Salary Packaging

Salary packaging can be a game-changer for many Australians, offering tax advantages and enhanced financial flexibility. Yet, it’s not without its challenges. Incorrect salary packaging arrangements can lead to unexpected liabilities, with…

SHORTLIST: White-collar recruiters on notice about contractor risks

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White-collar recruiters on notice about contractor risks Professional services recruiters are being urged to take the recent changes to workplace laws more seriously to avoid the risk of employee entitlement claims from the talent they have…

Comprehensive Guide to Salary Packaging in Australia

Salary Packaging

Salary packaging, or salary sacrifice, has become a conventional strategy for managing earnings. It is a financial agreement with the Australian Tax Office (ATO) whereby contractors, casual staff, and travelling professionals can reduce their…

Simplifying Global Talent Hiring with Global Payroll Services and EOR Expertise

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Organisations worldwide are increasingly looking to international talent to address skill shortages and fuel growth. According to HR Leader, 89% of Australian companies plan to hire global talent by 2025, with 4 in 5 businesses intending to…

What is an associate lease? A guide to saving on car costs with salary packaging

Salary Packaging

Want to drive away in a new car and squeeze as much as you can from your earnings before the taxman takes their cut? An associate lease is a tax-efficient way for employees to take advantage of this while reducing the employer's running…

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Making Contracting Financially Rewarding: Smart Structures, Salary Packaging & Financial Strategies

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Salary Packaging

SHORTLIST: White-collar recruiters on notice about contractor risks

Comprehensive Guide to Salary Packaging in Australia

Simplifying Global Talent Hiring with Global Payroll Services and EOR Expertise

What is an associate lease? A guide to saving on car costs with salary packaging

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