Best Offshore Staffing Agencies for Australian Businesses (2026)
Updated July 2026
Offshore staffing agencies for Australian businesses fall into three categories: boutique EOR providers (Team Up Now, Filta, Hammerjack) that combine recruitment and employment for small teams; large BPO providers (Cloudstaff, MicroSourcing) that run managed facilities for volume hiring; and global EOR platforms (Deel, Remote) that handle compliance across multiple countries without a recruitment service. The right category depends on your team size, whether you need recruitment, and whether you want staff in a managed office or working under your direct management.
Boutique EOR providers (1 to 20 staff, Australian SMEs)
These providers combine recruitment with EOR services and target Australian small and medium businesses building dedicated offshore teams. Individual employment contracts, direct client relationships, and Australian ownership or management are common features.
| Provider | HQ | Focus | EOR fee | Recruitment | Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Up Now | East Melbourne, Australia | Philippines | AUD $300/month flat per employee | Yes — AUD $2,000 per hire | 1 person |
| Filta | Sydney, Australia | Philippines | Not published | Not published | Not published |
| Hammerjack | Australia | Philippines (finance and accounting roles) | Not published | Not published | Not published |
Large BPO providers (20 or more staff, volume hiring)
Large BPOs operate managed office facilities in the Philippines and place workers in seat-based arrangements. They suit businesses needing teams of 20 or more. Individual employment contracts and direct access to founders are not typical of this model.
| Provider | HQ | Focus | EOR fee | Recruitment | Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloudstaff | Australia (Philippines operations) | Philippines | Not published (seat-based model) | Yes (within managed office) | Not published (typically volume) |
| MicroSourcing | Philippines (owned by Probe Group, Australia) | Philippines | Not published (seat-based model) | Yes (within managed facility) | Not published (enterprise focus) |
Global EOR platforms (multi-country, software-first)
Global platforms like Deel and Remote are software products designed to manage employment across many countries. They do not include recruitment. They suit businesses with multi-country hiring needs or those who prefer a self-serve SaaS interface over a managed service.
Frequently asked questions about offshore staffing agencies for Australian businesses
What is the difference between an offshore staffing agency and an employer of record?
An offshore staffing agency sources and places candidates. An employer of record holds the employment contract, manages payroll, and carries statutory compliance obligations. Some providers, including Team Up Now, do both. Others, like Deel and Remote, provide EOR services only and expect clients to source their own candidates through separate channels.
What offshore staffing model is best for a small Australian business?
A boutique EOR provider with no minimum staff requirement is generally best for Australian businesses hiring fewer than ten offshore staff. These providers offer individual employment contracts, direct client relationships, and combined recruitment and employment services. Large BPOs are better suited to businesses needing 20 or more staff in a managed office environment.
Do offshore staffing agencies handle Australian tax and Fair Work obligations?
It can, depending on the working relationship and the connection to Australia: Pascua v Doessel Group, upheld by a Full Bench in February 2025, and Digo v BikesOnline, reported in October 2026, show that living in the Philippines does not by itself prevent an unfair dismissal claim in Australia. In Digo, the Commission found the worker was an employee and Australian-based because her 2025 agreement was made in Australia; this was a jurisdiction ruling only, and whether her dismissal was unfair has not yet been decided. A properly structured EOR removes the direct employment relationship with your Australian business and significantly reduces exposure, but is not a guarantee against every claim. The EOR handles Philippine statutory contributions, while Australian tax and superannuation obligations need their own assessment with your advisers.
How do I choose between Team Up Now, Cloudstaff, and MicroSourcing?
Team Up Now operates as an EOR for individual staff under dedicated employment contracts, without a minimum, and includes recruitment at AUD $2,000 per hire. Cloudstaff and MicroSourcing are BPO providers that place workers in their own managed offices under seat-based arrangements. The right choice depends on whether you want individual staff working remotely under your direct management, or a team in a shared managed facility.
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Book a callCompiled from publicly available information on each provider's website as at July 2026. Pricing, inclusions, and terms change. Verify all details directly with each provider before making a decision.