

Understanding the Latest Changes in Casual Employment in Australia Casual employment plays a crucial role in Australia’s workforce, providing flexibility for both employees and employers. However, recent changes in casual employment laws, implemented between 26 August 2024 and 26 February 2025 as part of the “Closing the Loopholes” legislation, aim to enhance clarity and security… Read more »
Polyglot Group Shines at the HR Summit 2025 Polyglot Group proudly represented at the HR Summit 2025, held on the 1st and 2nd of April at the ICC Sydney. Our vibrant booth was a hub of activity, where we connected with industry leaders, learned from other organisations, and shared our expertise. At the HR Summit,… Read more »
As the end of the financial year approaches, businesses are confronted with a multitude of tasks, with payroll management being one of the most critical and time-consuming. Managing payroll is a complex and tedious process that demands precision, adherence to tax laws, and a thorough understanding of employee benefits. For many businesses, the answer lies… Read more »
In the competitive landscape of modern business, attracting and retaining top talent is more crucial than ever. One effective strategy that Australian employers can leverage is salary sacrificing. Salary sacrificing, also known as salary packaging, allows employees to allocate a portion of their pre-tax salary towards various benefits, such as superannuation, vehicles, or electronic devices.… Read more »
Navigating the complexities of French labour laws can be a daunting task for international businesses. With a unique blend of regulations, including the 35-hour workweek, stringent employee protections, and comprehensive collective bargaining agreements, understanding these laws is crucial for any company looking to establish or expand its operations in France. This guide will provide you… Read more »
Australia’s regulatory landscape is known for its complexity and stringency, posing significant challenges for businesses. Navigating this environment requires not only a thorough understanding of the laws but also strategic foresight to anticipate and adapt to regulatory changes. In Australia, regulatory compliance spans across various sectors, each with its own set of rules and standards.… Read more »
As of 1 January 2025, wage theft in Australia is classified as a criminal offence. Employers must now navigate this new legal landscape to avoid severe penalties. Wage theft, including underpayment of wages and withholding entitlements, has been a persistent issue. The new legislation aims to ensure fair treatment of employees and holds employers accountable… Read more »
Announcement of Finalist Selection Polyglot Group is proud to announce that our CEO, Corinne Bot, has been selected as a finalist in this year’s French-Australian Excellence Awards 2024 in the Diversity, Inclusion & Gender Equality and High Impact Business & Leadership categories. Award Significance These awards are given for outstanding achievement by an enterprise led… Read more »
Celebrating Excellence in Munich: Double Recognition for Our Team Last week, Michelle, our Global Head of Payroll Services, had the pleasure of attending a special event in Munich. We’re excited to share that she brought back two incredible awards on behalf of our team. We received a Certificate of Achievement for Performance Excellence, highlighting our dedication… Read more »
Founded in 1998, ARECO is a French Food Tech company that innovates products such as nebulisation, to better enhance the freshness and quality of produce.
They have since expanded across the globe with partnerships and two subsidiaries; ARECO North America (ANA) and ARECO Pacific (APA), created in 2016 and 2018, respectively. Their nebulisation system has become a staple for Australia’s retail giant, Woolworths, with APA signing a contract with them in 2019. Concerned about reducing food waste and promoting solutions, ARECO Pacific is a signatory of the Australian Food Pact.
“We didn't want to work with a big consulting firm, but more with a company with which our values could match and which could understand our company's vision.”
Marine Hall CFO - ARECO Pacific
Having established themselves as pioneers in humidification machinery, ARECO wished to expand to the Asia Pacific. After receiving an order from one of their customers, they wanted to act fast and needed to set up an entity in Australia and employ a local team. After being introduced by Business France, and connecting over our shared values, ARECO chose Polyglot Group to help them expand and grow in Australia.
“We also needed a presence in terms of company accounting, payroll and an Australian Director to speed up our administrative procedures.”
Marine Hall CFO – ARECO Pacific
Entering the Australian market requires a number of tasks to be fulfilled. By providing our holistic cross-service solution, we gave ARECO Pacific the necessary support to assist their entry into Australia. When setting up a subsidiary in Australia, a company must have a local resident director. This requirement is in place to ensure that companies are compliant with their regulatory obligations.
This particular condition can be a large hurdle for international companies wishing to expand into Australia. To overcome this, Polyglot Group provided ARECO Pacific with a local director. As a minimum, a local director acts in a compliance role, however, this can be expanded to include Public Officer duties such as being the main point of contact with Australia’s Taxation Office (ATO). A local director also helps the company establish their entity, playing a particularly important role in the first six months of setup.
Our talent acquisition team was tasked with filling key roles within the business. A number of these roles were undertaken during the pandemic, and with Australia having multiple lockdowns across the states, it required in-depth local market knowledge to source appropriate candidates. Working closely with ARECO Pacific, we found the appropriate candidates who not only possessed the necessary skills but were a good cultural fit for the company.
A unique aspect of Australian employment are modern awards. These awards set out the minimum entitlements for employees and are in addition to the National Employment Standards (NES). They outline important aspects like; annual leave, minimum salary, overtime, and payloading, among other things. Modern awards can be tricky to keep on top of as they change regularly and are segmented by industry and/or occupation.
ARECO Pacific enlisted our HR team to perform a Modern Award Determination to assist in identifying the appropriate modern award for their employees. In addition, our HR team has assisted in the drafting of employment contracts and in conducting offboarding duties on an ad-hoc basis. Along with this, we have been ARECO Pacific’s payroll provider since setting up their business in Australia.
“They didn’t just find qualified people in terms of skills but also on the personality of the candidate and if it could fit with our values.”
Marine Hall CFO – ARECO Pacific
As ARECO Pacific’s growth partner in Australia for four years, we have worked together to establish their business quickly, expand their ever-growing team, assist in HR-related matters, and provide payroll services. Now, ARECO Pacific has established itself as a pioneer in the industry and is known for its innovative nebulisation system, which has become a staple in supermarkets across Australia.
The commitment to delivering the best possible results and the close relationship with clients that ARECO Pacific values, have allowed them to continuously improve their solutions. ARECO Pacific’s respect for all partners and their focus on the wellbeing of their people is evident in their inclusive and supportive company culture. These values, combined with their dedication to reducing food waste and promoting sustainability, make ARECO Pacific a leader in their industry.
“Our business cultures are similar and this has really had an impact on the way we work together. Since then, we have been able to develop our business in Australia and continue to do so with Polyglot at our side.”
Marine Hall CFO – ARECO Pacific