Employee profileMaria SantosSenior Developer◍ Manila, PH
Full-stack developer supporting Australian product teams with React, API integrations, QA handover, and sprint delivery.
React + NodeAgile deliveryProduct engineering
Hire offshore.
We're the
employer of record.
Lite-Force lets Australian businesses build skilled teams across the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia & beyond — with zero local entity. We legally employ your talent, run payroll & compliance, and you manage the work.
Your team in South East Asia
Australian-ownedSingapore-headquarteredSoutheast Asian talentEst. 2024
One service. Three problems solved.
We find the right person.
We source, screen, and shortlist candidates matched to your role. You interview and choose who joins your team.
We employ them properly.
Contracts, statutory entitlements, and local labour law — all managed through our EOR structure so you don't have to.
We handle the admin.
Payroll, leave, HR support, and check-ins — handled monthly. You manage the work, we manage the rest.
One corridor. Australia to Southeast Asia.
Experienced talent across Southeast Asia, employed through compliant local structures.
From first call to first day.
Typically 2 to 4 weeks, depending on role complexity and candidate availability.
1
Discovery call
A short conversation to understand what you need, whether offshore hiring fits, and what a realistic timeline looks like. No commitment.
2
Role scoping
We define the role together: responsibilities, hours, experience level, tools, and timezone requirements.
3
Candidate shortlist
We source and screen candidates, then present 2–3 people who match. You see profiles, work samples, and interview who you want.
4
You choose, we onboard
You pick the person. We handle employment contracts, payroll registration, equipment, and onboarding logistics.
5
Ongoing support
Payroll runs monthly. HR support is always available. We check in regularly and handle admin so your new team member can focus on the work.
Roles that work well offshore.
These are the positions Australian businesses hire most through Lite-Force.
Admin Assistant
Inbox, scheduling, data entry, document management.
Customer Support
Inbound queries, live chat, ticket management, CRM updates.
Bookkeeping
Xero/MYOB reconciliation, invoicing, BAS prep support, reporting.
Sales Support
Lead research, CRM hygiene, proposal formatting, follow-ups.
Executive Assistant
Calendar, travel, communications, project coordination.
Loan Processing
Mortgage applications, settlements, broker admin support.
Property Management
Leasing admin, trust accounting, tenant coordination.
QA Testing
Manual and automated testing, bug tracking, test documentation.
Data Analyst
Reporting, dashboards, data cleaning, BI support.
SEO Specialist
On-page optimisation, keyword research, link building.
Content Writer
Blog posts, web copy, email sequences, social content.
Graphic Designer
Brand assets, social graphics, presentations, Canva/Figma.
Medical Billing
Claims processing, patient billing, clinical coding support.
KYC Analyst
Customer verification, AML checks, compliance documentation.
Freight Coordinator
Dispatch, logistics coordination, shipment tracking.
Document Controller
Version control, filing, compliance documentation.
Video Editor
Short-form content, social reels, podcast editing.
Marketing Coordinator
Campaign support, email marketing, analytics reporting.
The cost question
What does offshore hiring actually cost?
The honest answer depends on the role, seniority, and your current local costs. Here's a typical comparison for a mid-senior role.
Local hire — Sydney
~$8,500/month
Senior bookkeeper, fully loaded — base salary plus superannuation, leave loading, payroll tax, and on-costs.
Via Lite-Force
~$3,200/month
Same seniority, employed through our local structure — salary, EOR employment, payroll, and ongoing support included.
Illustrative figures only. Real numbers depend on the role, scope, and seniority — the calculator gives you a tailored side-by-side.
Try the calculator →
What clients say
Trusted by Australian businesses.
“We hired an admin assistant through Lite-Force and had someone started within three weeks. The EOR structure meant we didn't have to figure out Philippine employment law ourselves.”
Sarah M.
Operations Manager
“I'd tried Upwork and a VA agency before. The difference with Lite-Force is the employment structure — our team member has a proper contract, leave entitlements, the lot. Feels like a real hire.”
James T.
Founder, E-commerce
“The bookkeeper Lite-Force placed has been with us eight months now. Payroll runs like clockwork, and the ongoing HR support means I'm not managing compliance in a country I've never been to.”
Michelle K.
Finance Director
Frequently asked questions.
Is it legal to hire offshore workers for an Australian business?
Yes. Australian businesses can legally engage offshore workers. The key is how the employment relationship is structured. Lite-Force uses an Employer of Record (EOR) model — your offshore team member is employed through a compliant structure in their local jurisdiction. You direct the work; we manage the employment administration. No foreign entity setup required on your end.
How much can I save by hiring offshore?
For suitable remote roles, businesses can often reduce labour costs by 60–80% compared with equivalent Australian hires. The exact figure depends on the role, seniority, and market conditions. Our cost comparison calculator gives you an indicative side-by-side breakdown for specific roles.
What roles work well offshore?
Roles that are digital, structured, and don't require physical presence in Australia. The most common: admin assistants, customer support, bookkeeping, sales support, and executive assistants. If the work happens on a computer and doesn't need an Australian-specific licence, it's worth exploring.
How long does it take to hire through Lite-Force?
Many roles can be live in 2–4 weeks, depending on role complexity and candidate availability. The process: discovery call, role scoping, candidate shortlist, your selection, then onboarding. Simpler roles (admin, support) are typically faster; specialist roles may take longer.
Who is the employer of record?
Lite-Force's EOR entity is the legal employer of your offshore team member in their local jurisdiction. This means the employment relationship — contracts, payroll, statutory entitlements, compliance — is managed through a proper structure. You manage the work day-to-day; we manage the employment.
What happens if a hire doesn't work out?
We offer a replacement commitment. If the hire isn't the right fit within the initial period, we re-source at no additional placement cost. The details are discussed on your discovery call and confirmed in your service agreement.
Ready to explore offshore hiring?
Book a 15-minute discovery call. No commitment, no pitch deck.
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