Hunt St - Australian Offshore Recruitment Service

We help Aussie SMEs hire top offshore talent for half the cost of outsourcing agencies.

  • No Outsourcing Fees: Save thousands by hiring directly with a one-time fee.
  • We Search, Screen & Vet: The Philippines, Nepal, Indonesia, Pakistan, India and more.
  • 6-Month Guarantee: Cost-free replacements if they don't work out.
  • Compliant Remote Hiring: Support with legal and payroll as contractors or employees.
Hunt St - Ethical Offshore Recruitment Australia
Aussie brothers & founders, Shaun & Eliot
From start to finish, they demonstrated professionalism, a deep understanding of our needs, and a commitment to finding the perfect candidate.
Pippa Smith
Pippa Smith
Social Startup Labs
I've worked with Shaun and Eliot across a couple of deals and they're a pleasure to work with. Always quick to respond with a healthy sense of humour.
Nick O'Sullivan - Azura Financial
Nick O'Sullivan
Azura Financial
They found us an offshore manager who perfectly fits our needs, and the entire process was seamless and stress-free. Highly recommend their services!
Georgina Kinsella
Georgina Kinsella
Shore Financial

We Were Tired Of Getting Ripped Off

We’re Shaun and Eliot, brothers & co-founders based in Sydney, Australia.

We previously built and sold two 7-figure global ecom brands. So, unlike most recruiters, we’ve been in your shoes.

We were shocked when we discovered of the $2,000 a month we were paying an outsourcing agency, the talent was only receiving $450. Particularly as the agencies weren't adding any ongoing value.

But we didn't have the time to find and screen hundreds of applicants ourselves and weren't sure how to compliantly hire talent directly.
Offshore Recruitment Service Hunt St

That's Why We Started Hunt St

Our expert local head hunters manage the entire process for you: job postings, candidate searches, screenings, and interviews. You'll then receive a shortlist in 1-3 weeks.

By only charging a one-time finder's fee, we help you save thousands and give you full control of your hires.

Drastically lower fees allows you to offer fairer compensation, leading to better retention and a more ethical relationship.

We can also guide you with getting your talent setup as either an independent contractor or employee.

How It Works

We’ll have a quick call to understand the role you’re hiring for and will create a job description.
We’ll find the top 3% of candidates for the role through our rigorous process, which includes skills & communication assessments, IT assessments (do they have great internet), behavioural interviews and background checks.
We’ll then provide you with a list of the top talent and help you schedule an interview.‍
Once you choose the perfect candidate, you pay a one-time flat fee backed by our 6 month guarantee. We can then help you compliantly hire the candidate as either an independent contractor or employee.

Roles

Finance & Mortgage Brokers

Average monthly salary for Philippines talent:

  1. Financial Analyst: $2,800, up to 78% savings
  2. Head of Finance: $2,800, up to 78% savings
  3. Accountant: $1,400, up to 71% savings
  4. Bookkeeper: $1,400, up to 70% savings
  5. AP / AR Specialist: $1,680, up to 64% savings
  6. Loans Processor: $1,260, up to 73% savings
  7. Settlement Officer: $1,260, up to 73% savings
Finance and mortgage broker virtual assistants
Sales & Marketing

Average monthly salary for Philippines talent:

  1. Account Executive: $1,260, up to 72% savings
  2. Lead Qualifier: $1,300, up to 72% savings
  3. Sales Manager: $1,680, up to 71% savings
  4. Sales Rep: $1,300, up to 80% savings
  5. Loans Processor: $1,350, up to 73% savings
  6. Settlement Officer: $1,500, up to 73% savings
  7. Digital Strategist: $1,400, up to 77% savings
  8. Paid Ads Manager: $1,680, up to 72% savings
  9. SEO Specialist: $1,400, up to 66% savings
  10. Social Media Manager: $1,300, up to 58% savings
  11. Email Marketer: $1,300, up to 64% savings
  12. Marketing Manager: $1,800, up to 76% savings
  13. Marketing Assistant: $1,200, up to 78% savings
  14. Content Writer: $1,200, up to 72% savings
sales and marketing virtual assistants
Operations

Average monthly salary for Philippines talent:

  1. Operations Manager: $1,900, up to 65% savings
  2. Operations Assistant: $1,300, up to 57% savings
  3. Procurement Specialist: $1,400, up to 68% savings
  4. Inventory Planner: $1,300, up to 77% savings
  5. Quote Coordinator: $1,260, up to 51% savings
  6. Vendor Management: $1,400, up to 79% savings
  7. Project Manager: $1,680, up to 81% savings
  8. Construction Admin: $1,200, up to 69% savings
  9. Real Estate Virtual Assistant: $1,200, up to 69% savings
  10. Property Improvement Specialist: $1,400, up to 75% savings
  11. Property Manager: $1,400, up to 73% savings
  12. Leasing Consultant: $1,250, up to 67% savings
operations virtual assistants
IT & Development

Average monthly salary for Phillipines talent:

  1. Full-Stack Developer: $2,800, up to 72% savings
  2. Back-End Developer: $2,240, up to 83% savings
  3. Front-End Developer: $1,960, up to 80% savings
  4. Data Scientist: $1,680, up to 77% savings
  5. Analytics Specialist: $1,680, up to 84% savings
  6. Analyst: $1,600, up to 77% savings
  7. Underwriter: $1,200, up to 81% savings
IT and Developer virtual assistants
Admin Support

Average monthly salary for Philippines talent:

  1. Virtual Assistant: AU$1,200, up to 76% savings
  2. Admin Assistant: AU$1,200, up to 73% savings
  3. Executive Assistant: AU$1,680, up to 81% savings
  4. Paralegal: AU$1,300, up to 66% savings
  5. Legal Assistant: AU$1,200, up to 66% savings
  6. Data Entry Clerk: AU$1,200, up to 68% savings
  7. Client Relations Specialist: AU$1,400, up to 70% savings
  8. Client Specialist: AU$1,250, up to 83% savings
  9. Customer Support Rep: AU$1,300, up to 72% savings
  10. Phone Support Agent: AU$1,250 up to 68% savings
  11. Live Chat Agent: AU$1,400, up to 74% savings
  12. Shopify Admin: AU$1,500, up to 70% savings
admin support virtual assistants
Creative & Design

Average monthly salary for Phillipines talent:

  1. Graphic Designer: $1,500, up to 67% savings
  2. Video Editor: $1,700, up to 71% savings
  3. Photo Editor: $1,200, up to 70% savings
Creative and design virtual assistants

A Single Finder's Fee

We charge 35% of the first year salary (minus the initial deposit). So if your hire makes $18,000 a year, we’ll charge just $6,300, including the deposit.

In comparison, outsourcing agencies will typically charge you a minimum of 3 times the cost of the hire, which means for the same $18,000 a year hire, you’d pay $36,000 in fees, versus $6,300.
$6,300
Hunt St
$36,000
Competitor

$29k

Average saving per hire with Hunt St.

80%

Lower fees than traditional offshore agencies.

FAQ

What's your end-to-end process?

  1. Write job descriptions, post on boards, search network
  2. Screen resumes
  3. Communication & technical assessments
  4. Senior recruiter interview
  5. Shaun & Eliot review
  6. Shortlist and schedule client interview
  7. Background checks
  8. Support with legal and payroll setup

What countries do the talent come from?

We hire primarily from the Philippines, Nepal, Fiji, Pakistan & India. We chose these countries as they’re on similar time zones to Australia and have large markets of talent speaking great english. Some countries are renowned for certain skills, like the Philippines for customer service and Pakistan for technical IT roles.

Can't I just hire talent myself?

Yes you absolutely can but it’s time consuming and can be a minefield. By using our recruiters we’re able to identify the best talent and include our communication & technical assessments. We also run background checks.

How do your fees compare to industry standards?

The average recruitment fee in Australia costs $5,000 to $25,000, so our fees are right at the bottom. When you factor in the savings on management fees, our clients are saving thousands.

Why not use a freelance platform?

You absolutely can but these freelancers are often working with dozens of different clients and you’re also going to be paying a management fee to the platform. It also takes a lot of time to sift through the accounts and find great talent.

Aren't you taking jobs away from Aussies?

We live in a globalised world. Some roles are better suited for those in Australia, some offshore, we like a combination of both. 

The reality is for a lot of startups they simply can’t afford Aussie salaries too initially.

Why are you claiming to be ethical?

A lot of traditional offshore companies pay their talent below market rates and have huge markups. By helping companies hire offshore talent directly, we help companies save thousands, allowing them to also pay their talent more competitively.  

Why not hire through a BPO or offshore management company?

BPO or offshore management companies typically mark up their fees 3 to 5x, without adding a huge amount of ongoing value. Instead, we think it’s better to hire talent directly, saving you thousands of dollars and allowing you to pay your talent more competitive rates, which keeps them happier and leads to better retention.

Are these employees or full time contractors? Do we need to pay super?

It’s up to you but we typically recommend working with them as independent contractors, as it keeps the relationship simpler. We can offer you a lawyer-reviewed template to ensure you’re fully compliant with Australian law.

How do we pay the talent?

We discovered a great platform that simplifies managing and paying offshore team members. We're happy to help get you setup on it.

What if the candidate doesn't work out?

We offer a 6 month guarantee and can help find you a replacement, free of charge. Please refer to our T&Cs page in the footer for more information.

How do you handle security and compliance?

We completely understand that security and confidentiality are critical when handling sensitive client data. That’s why we ensure the talent we place adheres to the same—or even stricter—security protocols than those found in traditional outsourcing agency setups.

We’ve successfully worked with industries like mortgage brokers and digital forensics, where security and compliance are non-negotiable. These teams succeed using robust solutions such as dedicated VPNs, password management systems, two-factor authentication (2FA), and secure cloud-based workflows.

The direct-hire model gives you full control over the security measures implemented, unlike outsourcing agencies where you rely on their predefined processes. By hiring directly, you can customize security protocols tailored specifically to your needs, ensuring there are no gaps.

Who are you guys?

We’re Shaun & Eliot, brothers and co-founders. We grew up at Bronte beach and live locally. We built and sold two ecommerce businesses and hired a lot of offshore talent across a number of countries. We made all the mistakes with online freelance platforms and working with management companies, but eventually worked it out and decided to turn it into a business.

Unlike a lot of offshore recruitment firms that are global companies, you can always reach us directly on the phone and even meet us for a coffee. In fact, we love meeting our clients, it’s partly why we do it.

Still have questions? Email us at hello@huntst.com
“My experience with Hunt St. was above and beyond in terms of its integrity-led approach to everything, as well as the way in which they went above and beyond.

It’s already been a transformative experience for my agency. So much so, we immediately asked them to recruit for us again the MOMENT we onboarded our first hire made via Hunt St.”
Cherie Clonan.

Search Pivot