Understand how to terminate employees in Australia and how Justworks EOR can help simplify the process.
You may have hired an employee in Australia, but circumstances can shift, and business needs may evolve. What steps do you take if you need to end an employment agreement
In Australia, employers are required to follow fair dismissal procedures and comply with legal notice periods. Partnering with a global employer of record like Justworks can help you end things on good terms and terminate employees compliantly.
Under common law, employers in Australia aren’t required to provide a reason to terminate an employee. Though, they may not dismiss an employee for unlawful reasons. Termination with cause is based on serious misconduct, such as physical assault or sexual harassment.
Justworks EOR makes building your global team seamless by offering local expertise to help you understand the nuances of hiring and firing in Australia. Save yourself the time and hassle of international hiring today.