Looking for an HR Consultant in Melbourne?
Employment Innovations is a national business delivering virtual HR consulting across Melbourne,
driving seamless professionalism and ongoing support.
LOCAL HR SUPPORT AND EXPERTISE
NO HIDDEN FEES OR PROCESSING COSTS
COMPLIANCE PEACE-OF-MIND
VIRTUAL HR SOLUTIONS

Employment Innovations HR Consultation Services
We are a locally based business with local HR talent dedicated to servicing Australia. Weโre Australian owned and operated supporting businesses, like yours, where they grow.
Our HR services are delivered by expert human resource professionals supported by end-to-end cloud HR software offering flexible packages designed with your business needs in mind. Weโre proud to offer both in-person and virtual HR partnerships service where we are constantly keeping abreast of legislative changes and best practice HR initiatives to deliver business compliance.
Compared to on-site assistance, Virtual HR is scalable and cost-effective, and comes with the flexibility of no lock-in retainer. Though connecting with, and building relationships virtually can often be harder than face-to-face interactions, we ensure that our service is carried out by HR professionals who work with you to create an effective HR communication plan.
In todayโs business landscape, we actively encourage businesses to move away from the traditional HR model and embrace the flexibility of service offered by virtual HR consulting.
Gain access to a dedicated HR professional who provides a wide range of experience, expertise and skills;
Benefit from technology supported HR delivery, which enables us to add value and increase affordability;
We have proven experience implementing a wide range of HR solutions to different businesses and industries;
We have a lean HR methodology which provides tangible and measurable HR outcomes;
EI Legal support ensures all our documents are consistently updated;
We remain up-to-date with all changes and best practice methods/advice;
We can increase compliance and reduce risk.


Compared to on-site assistance, Virtual HR is scalable and cost-effective, and comes with the flexibility of no lock-in retainer. Though connecting with, and building relationships virtually can often be harder than face-to-face interactions, we ensure that our service is carried out by HR professionals who work with you to create an effective HR communication plan.
In todayโs business landscape, we actively encourage businesses to move away from the traditional HR model and embrace the flexibility of service offered by virtual HR consulting.
Gain access to a dedicated HR professional who provides a wide range of experience, expertise and skills;
Benefit from technology supported HR delivery, which enables us to add value and increase affordability;
We have proven experience implementing a wide range of HR solutions to different businesses and industries;
We have a lean HR methodology which provides tangible and measurable HR outcomes;
EI Legal support ensures all our documents are consistently updated;
We remain up-to-date with all changes and best practice methods/advice;
We can increase compliance and reduce risk.
Our Virtual HR offer
HR Health Check
HR Consulting & Strategic Planning
HR Compliance
In-House HR Training
Contract, Policies & HR Process Review
Performance Management & Investigations
Mediation & Problem Solving
And much more
The Outsourced HR solution
ย
Outsourced HR
ย
Virtual from $229 per week
ย
On-Site POA
Let us cover all your human resource needs with a dedicated HR professional who operates as an extension of your executive team. This solution is underpinned by HR software and Lean HR principles, allowing for the solution to be delivered 100% remotely, if desired. Alternatively, a local HR partner solution can be opted into with included on-site time. Limit business risks and enjoy peace of mind by providing your management and staff with access to the right HR tools, processes and training.
ย
Features
Performance Management
ย Full HR Audit &ย Strategic Planning
ย Employee Relations
ย HR Health Checks & Compliance Audits
ย Leadership Development
Legal Representation
ย Dedicated HR Business Partner
ย HR Software Implementation, Training & Administration
ย HR Policies and Procedures
ย On-Site HR Consulting & Support Available
FAQs On Outsourcing HR in Melbourne
Why outsource HR?
An HR department is an essential part of any business, but many SMEs are now choosing to outsource this function. Thatโs because an offsite service provider such as Employment Innovations offers all the core HR services, along with a number of attractive benefits including;
Reduced costs โ there is no need for office space or salaried staff, as an outsourced HR consultant is based offsite and charges only for their time.
Better time management โ with all the paperwork and time-consuming admin taken care of by an outsourced provider, you and your staff are free to concentrate on growing your business and increasing your revenue.
Specialized advice & support โ a consultant has access to a wider range of resources than a typical in-house HR department. For example, Employment Innovations offers HR departments access to a Lean HR methodology with HR metrics, tools, training and insight to deliver highly innovative best-practice HR.
More valuable employees โ an outside consultant has access to better recruitment resources such as proven hiring strategies and benefit packages and can attract better employees to your business to improve innovation, productivity and company culture.
Improved risk management โ an outsourced providerโs expert knowledge of employment law means they will ensure your business remains up to date and compliant in areas such as employee management, pay awards and health & safety.
To learn more about why you should outsource your HR, feel free to have a chat with an Employment Innovations consultant.
What HR functions can be outsourced?
Almost every aspect of HR can be outsourced and at Employment Innovations, we provide a comprehensive range of outsourced services, including some exclusive to EI. HR functions we can perform for your business include;
- Compliance audit against Fair Work Act and NES
- HR health check
- Policy creation and training
- Unlimited workplace advice
- Contract templates and workplace policies
- HR strategic planning and execution
- HR documentation and tools
- HR software optimisation and training
- Performance appraisal frameworks
- Performance management support
- Employee lifecycle (onboarding, probation, performance check, annual review and off-boarding)
- Employee engagement
- Strategic recruitment support
- Salary and remuneration strategy.
Additional the main HR functions that we outsource our services to include:
HR โ advice and support for everything HR-related, with 3 levels of service including HR Partner (partnering with an HR professional), HR Consulting (for one-off projects or ongoing support) and HR Connect (a low monthly fee for HR resources and advice).
Payroll โ software, support and services to reduce risk, save money and improve productivity. Our one-touch payroll service provided by KeyPay is efficient, secure, accurate and compliant with Pay Conditions and ATO rules.
Workplace health & safety – a complete WHS service including everything from safety advice and documentation to a dedicated Safety Partner, designed to minimise injuries, worker’s compensation claims and penalties for non-compliance.
Legal โ representation by specialist employment lawyers and advice on all areas of employment law. EI Legal specialises in compliance audits, enterprise agreements, wage updates, employment contracts, terminations, redundancy and award coverage and classifications.
Migration โ EI partners with the Migration Agency to help businesses navigate Australiaโs complex immigration regulations. We help SMEs obtain visas for skilled foreign workers, their partners and families and to identify global markets from which skilled professionals can be accessed to solve local workforce needs.
EAP โ our Employee Assistance Program, delivered through Acacia Connection, provides confidential counselling support to help employees with their emotional wellbeing. This can improve work performance and productivity, reduce absenteeism, presenteeism and workersโ compensation claims and help your business meet its corporate social responsibility obligations.
If youโd like to know more about our outsourcing opportunities, contact an Employment Innovations consultant.
How does HR outsourcing work?
There are several reasons why SMEs will look at outsourcing HR functions including;
- The high cost of an in-house HR department
- A lack of expertise in dealing with complex HR issues
- No time to devote to the administrative tasks involved with HR
- A need to focus on core business objectives like growing their business and increasing revenue
- A need for help with employee recruitment, onboarding, training and development
- Ongoing issues with compliance, employee misbehaviour or declining performance.
Outsourcing is when a business employs a service provider to take over the management of some or all of its HR functions, either temporarily or long-term.
Outsourcing needs vary by business, with some only needing routine HR tasks managed such as payroll and recruitment and others needing a wider range of services and a greater degree of participation.
Outsourcing arrangements can be part-time, full-time or by the hour and either working remotely offsite or on-site as a member of the Melbourne management team.
And itโs because of this wide variation in outsourcing needs that Employment Innovations offers a level of service to cater for every business including;
- HR Connect โ you pay a low monthly fee for access to resources and unlimited advice.
- HR Consulting โ a consultant is available as needed to manage one-off issues such as investigations and problems with under-performance or misconduct.
- HR Partner โ you partner with an HR professional to audit current practices, identify business needs and develop an HR plan for the future.
To discuss any of these outsourcing services in more detail, feel free to contact an Employment Innovations consultant in Melbourne today.
How much do HR consultants charge in Melbourne?
It all depends on which service provider you go with and what you need them to do for you.
For example, Employment Innovationsโ virtual HR service starts from just $250 per month. This gives you ongoing remote access to an HR consultant and a suite of proven HR tools, processes and training.
While at the other end of the spectrum, if you need serious HR input, with HR tools, advice and a dedicated consultant working alongside your management team, our HR Partner service from $1,150 a month has all your HR needs covered.
It includes on-demand HR support, tools and advice from a dedicated HR professional who will manage the life cycle of each of your employees. They will also audit your current HR practices, work with you to identify your business needs and help you develop an HR plan for the future.
The cost of HR consultancy is minimal when you consider the ROI it provides. It saves you from the expense of having to invest in your own onsite HR department and it frees you up to be able to concentrate on your core business objectives.
So itโs fair to say that the cost of HR consultancy is actually extremely affordable when you take into consideration the value it offers your business.
For more details on how cost-effective HR consultancy can be, contact an Employment Innovations consultant now.
Why choose Employment Innovations as your outsourced HR partner in Melbourne?
Employment Innovations (EI) is Australiaโs leading provider of outsourced HR and payroll solutions and hereโs why you should choose them as your partner;
- On-call HR – we provide on-demand HR support, either virtually or on-site as needed.
- Solutions that work โ our proven management solutions are designed to act as a seamless extension of your business.
Customer-centric โ our customers are at the centre of all that we do. - Full transparency โ our services are all fully costed and there are no hidden fees or charges.
- Multi-industry solutions – we provide solutions for businesses in every industry including finance, retail, hospitality, education and real estate.
- Total solutions – our comprehensive advisory, tools and legislative knowledge covers every facet of your industry.
- Trusted partners โ we partner with the best software and solution providers including Employment Hero, Keypay, the Migration Agency and Acacia Connection.
- Local support โ with offices in all major cities and a local support network based in Melbourne, our services are available wherever your business is located.
- More than 30 years of experience โ EI has been providing outsourced HR solutions to Australian businesses since 1992.
For more reasons to choose us as your preferred provider, have a chat with an Employment Innovations consultant.
What are the benefits of in-person & virtual HR consulting?
Create an engaged culture
Resolve people problems and conflicts
Enhanced HR processes
Develop your leaders
Develop your HR functions
Build high performing teams
Reduce compliance risks
Recruit the right people
Free-up time
Create an engaged culture
Create a culture where all employees are aligned and engaged with your vision, mission and values.
Build high performing teams
Ensure your leadership team has the right people skills for a unified, collaborative working culture.
Resolve people problems and conflicts
We can step in and solve workplace conflicts and disagreements.
Reduce compliance risks
Reduce risk by ensuring your business meets its compliance obligations.
Enhanced HR processes
Implement best-practice HR processes and policies into your business.
Recruit the right people
We provide the right strategies and process for hiring the right people.
Develop your leaders
Put the right tools into the hands of your leaders to help transfer your organisation.
Free-up time
Free up the amount of time you are spending on HR and focus more on your business.
Develop your HR functions
If you have an in-house HR team, we can train them in best-practice approaches.
Who are we?
Meet the team
We believe that the strongest teams foster diverse personalities, talents and skills. We use our experience to help others achieve their best.

ALANA BLOOM

BROOKE BROWN
Senior HR Partner

TRACEY BLACK

LOUISE ALAGICH
Senior HR Partnerโ

JESSIE BITTERLIN
Senior HR Partner

KYLIE EDMONDS

HANNAH HOWARD
HR Partner

AMANDA GORDON
HR Partner

CHLOE LOKAN

RHIANNON TURAI

RHIANNON COSGROVE
HR Partner

YVETTE COUTSOUDIS
HR Partner

SIRJAN PREET
HR Partner

NOUSHIG TAOUK
HR Partner

BEVERLY FLETCHER
HR Partner

AMANDA HUGHES
HR Partner

LAUREN STEWART
HR Partner

JACINTA SPENCE
HR Partner

DENISE BILLSBOROUGH
HR Partner

NATALIE THALJI
HR Partner

EMI CYBULSKI
HRIS Partner

ISABELLA BIANCHINI
HR Advisor

CAITLYN FOX
HR Advisor
Did you know we offer payroll services, too?
With our payroll services, you can pick from payroll software only, or access our full suite of outsourced payroll services in Melbourne.
Weโre an expert-run, fully managed payroll service providing the best for Australian business. This end-to-end payroll solution is delivered by our local, dedicated support services to reduce risk, save money and improve productivity. Gain confidence that your compliance requirements are always met.
Our one-touch payroll service is provided by KeyPay, one of the top three Australian software providers for small business payroll and medium business payroll solutions.
We leverage advanced payroll software to complete your pay runs, reporting, award interpretation and compliance, so you can focus on the important things.
Looking for a local, tailored HR solution in Melbourne?
To speak to one of our consultants, or find out more about our HR outsourcing services, just fill out the form below and weโll be in touch.