LIVING AND WORKING IN AUSTRALIA
Presented by: Elaine Mooney
Presented to: CPA Members
Date:
8th November 2011
Agenda
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Introduction to Robert Walters Australia
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Life in Australia
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Market trends
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Key clients
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Additional information to help with your move to Australia
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Next Steps
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Questions and answers
Robert Walters - Australia
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Robert Walters is one of the leading recruitment brands in finance and accounting in
Australia and has been trading since 1995
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Six regional offices:
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Sydney x 2
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Melbourne
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Brisbane
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Adelaide
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Perth
Robert Walters recruits temporary, contract and permanent positions
Specialist Recruitment Divisions
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Accounting & Finance
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Banking Operations
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Engineering & Operations
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Human Resources
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Information Technology
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Legal
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Sales, Marketing & Communications
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Secretarial & Business Support
Start Living the Life
Life in Australia
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Population: 22 million
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Land area: nearly 8 million square kilometres with very diverse weather and geography
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One of the most culturally diverse countries in the world
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More than 7,000 beaches and over 3,000 hours of sunshine per year
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Broad and interesting roles in some of the most liveable cities in the world
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For more information refer to the tourism Australia website www.australia.com
Cost of Living - examples
AUD$1 = €0.75
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Weekly rent
$175 – 350
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Weekly travel card
$26 – 45
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Schooner of beer
$6
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Glass of wine
$7
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Cinema ticket
$18
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Food snack/sandwich
$6 - 10
Introduction to the Australian Job Market
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Relatively buoyant job market in comparison to other markets across the globe unemployment currently at 5.1%
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Australia is an increasingly attractive hub for global and regional business operations due to
the strength of the Australian economy
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Increase in demand from skilled professionals – in particular qualified accountants are highly
sought-after
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Hiring of qualified accounting professionals within commercial organisations is strong –
mining, oil and gas, infrastructure, FMCG and energy sectors is driving the demand
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The Brisbane banking and financial services industry is experiencing a hiring increase of
qualified accounting and finance professionals, whilst most other regions have remained
stable in hiring
Market Trends: Most sought-after candidates by location
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Sydney
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Melbourne
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Professionals from the Big 4
Commercial managers
Business analysts
Internal control specialists
Risk and internal audit professionals
Pricing and payroll specialists
Financial and management accountants
Financial planners
Brisbane
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Payroll and accounts payable officers
Management and financial accountants
Commercial managers and analysts
Part-qualified and qualified accountants
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Perth
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Statutory and financial accountants
Contract and project accountants
Contract credit controllers
Financial planners
Finance professionals
Adelaide
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Experienced financial planners
Business development managers in retails and business lending
Contract professionals with financial year end experience
Market Trends – Salary
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Employers are now promoting stability and security of employment along with lifestyle
benefits instead of the traditional salary increases
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Newly qualified salaries range from $35 - $45 plus superannuation
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12 months+ PQE $40 - $50 per hour plus superannuation
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To find out what your salary in Australia could be, view our global salary survey online at
www.robertwalters.com/en-ie/salarysurvey/salarysurvey.do
When is the best time to go ?
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Year End
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Macquarie Bank
March
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Australian companies
June
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Some Australian banks
September
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Internationals
December
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2 – 3 Months prior to year ends in June and December
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August onwards is good for Management Accountants. Lots of project and analysis for international
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companies having a year end of December
Key Clients in Australia
Robert Walters ICM Registration Pack – exclusive benefits
to help with your move
Only available to candidates exclusively registered with Robert Walters the pack offers a range
of key benefits to help you settle in Australia. Robert Walters ICM Registration Pack offers the
following benefits:
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10% discount with Taxback.com – to collect your discount, go to
www.taxback.com/robertwalters
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Free Australian bank account with National Australia Bank – to apply visit
www.nab.com.au/movingtoaustralia
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Discounted gym membership with Fitness First – to sign up simply visit any Fitness First
club and present your Robert Walters Registration Pack
Robert Walters ICM Registration Pack – exclusive benefits
to help with your move
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Free Lebara Mobile SIM Starter Pack – your Lebara SIM Starter Pack is included in your
pack. Activate your SIM online at www.lebara-mobile.com.au
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Free International Money Transfers with TransferMate – to make your first money transfer
go to www.link.transfermate.com/robertwalters
Immigration
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Robert Walters can also help with your immigration needs, offering you various visa
solutions and direct access to expert immigration advice and assistance
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For more information visit www.robertwalters.com.au/immigration or email
[email protected]
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Australian immigration website is www.immi.gov.au
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Visa types:
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Working Holiday Visa – 417
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Second Working Holiday Visa
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Employer Sponsored Visa – 457 (up to four years)
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Skilled Migration – Accountant is on the MODL
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State Sponsored Visa
Tax and Superannuation
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If you are planning to work in Australia you must obtain a tax file number (TFN) from the
Australian Tax Office. Further details on the Australian tax system can be found at
www.ato.gov.au
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Superannuation in Australia is compulsory and operates like a pension scheme. 9% of your
salary is paid into a superannuation fund by your employer and is redeemable in your home
country upon retirement
Accommodation
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Temporary accommodation is available in all large cities although this can sometimes be
quite expensive for the accommodation provided
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If you are intending to stay in one city for a long period of time, it works out more cost
effective to rent a flat/house
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The best place to find information on rental properties is online or in one of the major
metropolitan newspapers:
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Sydney Morning Herald – Sydney
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Adelaide Advertiser - Adelaide
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The Age – Melbourne
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The Courier Mail - Brisbane
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The West Australian - Perth
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Online: www.domain.com.au or www.realestate.com.au
Most real estate agencies also produce currently available rental lists
Medical
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Australia has reciprocal medical agreements with the Republic of Ireland
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This reciprocal agreement ensures that working travellers are entitled to free emergency
medical treatment
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If you require non-emergency medical treatment or dental work while residing in Australia
you will be required to pay for the treatment personally
Next Steps
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Send an email to Elaine Mooney with the following details:
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Up-to-date CV
Contact details: email, phone number/s
Departure date from Ireland, or if travelling first, arrival date in Australia
Visa type obtained
Areas of employment interest in Australia
Location of interest in Australia
[email protected]
Robert Walters
International Career Management
http://www.robertwalters.com/icm/