Finding talent is a challenge for employers in all industries, but it’s especially demanding for employers in specialised sectors with critical skills shortages or that demand niche knowledge. Companies will often hire recruiters to find talent and end up disappointed when the recruiter does little more than post ads and shortlist potential candidates to send […]
READ MOREBig changes coming to the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP)
Australia’s current government is sweetening the deal for investors with its recent Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) changes. They’re altering core aspects of the program to attract job creators and skilled migrants. Here, we’ll review the upcoming changes and talk about why Australia is an attractive destination for foreign investors. Australia’s investor-friendly visa programs […]
READ MOREWhat business owners need to know about mobility and immigration in 2021
Almost all aspects of business changed in 2020 due to the pandemic, including workforce planning, immigration, and international recruitment. At first, companies had to react quickly to adapt to the changing circumstances. Now, we have more clarity on immigration, mobility, and relevant government regulations, which means businesses can proactively develop a strategy that’s effective in […]
READ MOREThe Migration Agency welcomes new changes in 2021
There’s a lot of changes happening within immigration, the workforce, and visa programs in Australia in 2021, however, there are also some big changes happening within The Migration Agency (TMA) itself that we’re excited to share with our clients. TMA is becoming an incorporated legal practice in March 2021 Previously, TMA was under the regulation […]
READ MOREUpdate: What you need to know about Australia’s General Skilled Migration Program
Despite its popularity amongst applicants, the General Skilled Migration program has been in decline for the last couple of years. Outside of applicants who can fill priority-list occupations. SkillSelect invitations for the Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189) have dwindled to almost zero. Understandably, people are curious about the future of this respected program. This is […]
READ MOREWebinar: Immigration and workforce planning during COVID-19 presented to ARCS Australia
This event will provide HR leaders with an update on the current conditions for talent mobility and immigration to Australia during the COVID-19 pandemic. Whilst travel to and from Australia has been restricted in response to the pandemic, the medical and health industry sector continues to need access to a pool of highly skilled people […]
READ MOREThe Impact of COVID-19 on Employer Sponsored Visas
COVID-19 has changed many aspects of business and the Australian labour market, which in turn has impacted employer-sponsored visa programs. For employers whose workforce includes foreign workers on visas, some temporary arrangements are currently in place to address issues arising from the pandemic. This guide discusses some of the key issues that employers should be […]
READ MOREExclusive data showcases insights about the Global Talent Independent Visa Program
Since its introduction in 2019, many highly skilled migrants have applied to obtain fast-track permanent residency in Australia with a Global Talent Independent Visa. However, according to official Departmental records, 10 per cent of applicants in certain visa subclasses fail and their visa applications are refused, costing some families upwards of $10,000. While this highly […]
READ MOREWhat You Need to Know About 2020 Australian Christmas Travel
It’s going to be a very different Christmas this year with COVID-19 travel restrictions. Australians who want to see family in other countries and also people living overseas with family in Australia may be wondering if it’s possible to get together for the holiday season. If you’re in the midst of making travel plans for […]
READ MORETop 5 Tips to Maintain PR After Approval
Achieving permanent residence (PR) in Australia can be a long journey, for many it involves numerous years of studying in Australia, working for an Australian employer for a qualifying period, being in a committed relationship and deciding to live with your partner in Australia, or undergoing a competitive process to receive an invitation based on […]
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