Outsourced HR Team
In today’s competitive job market, small and medium sized businesses often struggle to compete with big brands that have deep pockets and dedicated recruitment teams. We help level the playing field—giving you access to top talent without the hefty price tag of traditional outsourcing.
Your Hiring Partners, Not Just Recruiters
Our talent advisors become an extension of your team, working closely with you to promote your brand and achieve your hiring goals. We don’t just fill roles—we understand your business, your culture, and your long-term vision to help you build a strong, high-performing team.
We know that recruitment is more than just finding candidates - it’s about understanding the people and processes behind hiring decisions. That’s why we develop a tailored hiring strategy that considers your entire business and evolves as you grow.
With a deep understanding of your hiring needs, we leverage our expertise, technology, and proven search strategies to source top talent across a broad range of industries. Our approach includes:
Exclusive Market Access – We tap into databases, talent platforms, and search tools to reach high-caliber candidates beyond standard job boards.
Proven Headhunting Strategies – We proactively source and engage talent using direct outreach and influential communication
Exceptional Candidate Experience – A positive and professional process ensures strong engagement from strong candidates.
Boutique-Style Service – Unlike traditional agencies, we only work with a small number of clients at a time. This means you get our full attention and an experience that is dedicated, timely, and tailored to your business.
We operate virtually, keeping our overheads low—so you get a premium recruitment service without the premium price tag. Our lean and efficient structure allows us to provide high-quality talent acquisition at a much reduced price tag than that of traditional agencies.
At HRonHand, we’re not just recruiters—we’re your hiring partners, invested in your long-term success. We take the time to understand your business, your team, and your evolving needs, ensuring we find the right people to help drive your success.

"I highly recommend Kim and the team at HR on Hand."
"It has been so instrumental to outsource HR support for my small but growing business and help to navigate all the challenges that come with recruitment and people management in a business. They have been an incredible support to me and it has really taken the pressure off knowing that they have all the HR side of things handled, so I can concentrate on the rest of the aspects of the business.
The HRonHand team are always approachable, responsive, extremely supportive and they really do work in great partnership with you as the business owner and help to tailor your HR needs specific to your business. They have helped with setting up foundational HR structures, including company policies and employee contracts, and have always been there when I've needed to help navigate HR challenges and instil her HR wisdom so that I as the business owner have every confidence in the procedures and processes I follow when it comes to managing our people." - Lisa

"HRonHand has extensive expertise"
"HRonHand has extensive expertise across all aspects of human resources, including HR processes, employee relations, compliance, recruitment, and workplace policies. They efficiently implemented structured systems tailored to our business needs, ensuring we had clear and effective HR documentation, employment contracts, and procedures in place. Their deep understanding of employment law and best practices gave us confidence that our business was always operating within legal and ethical standards.
The team at HRonHand demonstrated the highest level of professionalism, offering prompt, strategic, and practical solutions to every HR challenge we faced. They were always proactive, responsive, and approachable, making even the most complex HR issues manageable. Their ability to navigate sensitive employee matters with discretion and expertise made them a trusted and invaluable partner in our business operations.
I highly recommend HRonHand to any business seeking reliable, knowledgeable, and hands-on HR support. Their ability to streamline HR processes, ensure compliance, and resolve employee-related concerns with speed and efficiency has significantly contributed to the growth and stability of our business. Their commitment to understanding our unique needs and providing tailored solutions sets them apart as an essential HR partner for any organization." - Elaine

"Kim at HRonHand knows all things HR"
"Kim at HRonHand knows all things HR and recruitment and is wealth of knowledge and support. She assisted me get my recruitment documents in order, scan candidates, prepare for interviews and provide support documentation and templates I am able to use over again. She was quickly able to understand our goals for our next team member and articulate that into a simple job description and create interview questions that aligned with the JD. It was wonderful to have an expert like Kim provide support, advice and co-assess candidates that gave me confidence in the process. I would not hesitate to recommend Kim and HRonHand for all HR and recruitment services. Now our trusted HR partners!" - Frances

"Kim plays a key role in offering HR guidance"
"I have had the pleasure of working with Kim from HRonHand for the past three years, during which she has volunteered as an HR Mentor for our business group. We meet quarterly, providing our members with access to expert advice in areas where they seek assistance and support. Kim plays a key role in offering HR guidance, helping our members resolve current challenges, and providing valuable input on managing employee-related projects and initiatives. The feedback from our members has consistently been positive, highlighting Kim's professionalism and her helpful approach." - Dale

"HRonHand has been wonderful."
"HRonHand has been wonderful. I highly recommend their services. Sonja, our consultant, is amazing and can not thank her enough for working with us. Kim and Sonja are so approachable and professional." - Kara

"Kim at HRonHand, has been a trusted partner"
"Kim at HRonHand, has been a trusted partner to Firewize for over five years, providing expert support in human resources and industrial relations.
Initially, we felt that navigating state and federal industrial relations legislation could be complex and time-consuming. We soon found that HRonHand not only simplified these challenges but also provided practical advice, education, checklists, and processes that empowered our executive leadership team.
Over time, we have found their expertise to be invaluable, consistently exceeding our expectations. Kim and the HRonHand team are also highly responsive, often available at short notice to assist with sensitive matters." - Russ
Our main areas of service include:
HRAcademy
HR Consulting:
HR Business Partner – dedicated consultant to help you create a strategic HR framework to support business growth. We can also help coach and develop your leaders.
Talent Acquisition/Recruitment Specialist – seamlessly integrating into your team to understand your business and your needs, then sourcing talent to help you reach your business goals.
HRHub - HR Documentation & Compliance – Contracts, policies, procedures, and risk management to keep you compliant and protected.
HR Assist – HR Advice & Support – On-demand HR guidance to handle tricky people issues and workplace challenges.
HRTalent – Talent Acquisition/Recruitment Specialists – Finding the right people, the right way, with expert recruitment strategies.
10 Key Benefits of Hiring an HR Outsourced Provider:
Ensures compliance and mitigates business risk
Saves time & increases efficiency
Cost-effective alternative to an in-house consultant or expensive external lawyers
Access to Australian HR experts and best practices
Can help improve recruitment and retention strategies
Can help improve workplace culture and employee wellbeing
Scalability and flexibility for growing Australian businesses
Help to develop stronger performance management and employee development
Helps you manage/handle difficult HR situations professionally
Peace of mind for Australian business owners
The cost of hiring an experienced Human Resources (HR) professional in Australia varies based on factors such as role, experience, location, and employment type. Here's an overview:
HR Consultants - The average annual salary for HR Consultants in Australia ranges from approximately $96,454 to $105,000. Salaries can differ by city. For instance, in Sydney, the average salary for HR Consultants is around $112,500, while in Melbourne, it's about $102,114.
HR Managers - HR Managers in Australia earn between $120,000 and $140,000 annually. Again, by location, salaries may vary. In Sydney, HR Managers have an average salary of approximately $130,000, whereas in Melbourne, the average is around $140,000.
Freelance HR Consultants - For businesses seeking flexible arrangements, freelance HR consultants offer services at varying rates, eg, from $250 per hour.
Hiring an experienced Talent/Recruitment Specialist in Australia involves several considerations, including experience levels, location variations, sometimes industry, company size, base salary, potential and commissions. Here's a detailed overview:
Average Base Salary:
National Average: The average base salary for a Recruitment Specialist in Australia is approximately $90,000 per year.
- Entry-Level Positions: Starting salaries typically begin at around $80,000 annually.
- Experienced Professionals: Seasoned specialists can earn up to $125,000 per year.
The cost to hire a HR Specialist or Employment Lawyer to create HR documents, ie, an employment contract may vary dependent upon experience, location, contract specifics, etc.
Legal Contract Review Specialists - for reviewing contracts, fees can range from approximately $100 to $500 per hour, depending on the contract's complexity and the lawyer's expertise.
Lawyers
- Standard contracts & policy drafting - $500 – $2,500 per document
- Tailored agreements & compliance-heavy policies (e.g., complex workplace agreements, redundancy packages), $3,000 – $7,500+ per document
- Enterprise agreements & industrial relations documents - $5,000 – $15,000+ per document
HR Specialists
- Basic HR documents (e.g., employment contracts, simple policies)
$300 – $1,000 per document
- Comprehensive HR policies (e.g., workplace policies, codes of conduct, full policy suites)
$1,000 – $3,000 per document
- Tailored HR strategy documents (e.g., HR manuals, enterprise agreements, performance management frameworks), $2,000 – $5,000+, per document
HRHub will only cost you $1497 incl GST per year and you will get over 260+ documents! (and our documents are automatically updated if there are any changes to legislation during the 12 months period at no extra cost!)
The cost of hiring an lawyer in Australia to get employment advice may vary depending upon experience, location, and the complexity of the work involved. Here's a breakdown:
Employment lawyers in Australia typically charge between $200 and $800 per hour. Junior lawyers often bill at the lower end of this spectrum, while senior partners, especially in major cities like Sydney, may charge upwards of $600 to $800 per hour.
Contract Review Specialists - for reviewing contracts, fees can range from approximately $100 to $500 per hour, depending on the contract's complexity and the lawyer's expertise.
We service all states and territories across Australia.