

Hiring the best people for the job remains one of the most critical and tricky decisions a business can make. When it comes to hiring foreign workers, the task can be even more complicated given the amount of admin and legislation involved, especially in Australia. You can expect a world of admin. Between eligible… Read more »
Hiring Overseas talent in Australia isn’t easy. However, it might be necessary to help grow your business; whether it be requiring a trusted employee from your company to set up your entity in Australia, or requiring niche talent from overseas to satisfy your company’s needs. With stringent policies set out by the Australian government… Read more »
Expanding into a new market is thrilling but only if your business is prepared. That preparation starts with operational readiness for global expansion. This means having the right systems, people and processes in place before launching abroad. If any part of your operations isn’t up to scratch, you risk delays, poor customer experience or regulatory… Read more »
As the new financial year kicks off, so do important updates to Australia’s payroll and taxation landscape. From changes in superannuation to new compliance requirements, staying informed is essential for every business. To help you navigate these updates with confidence, we’ve broken down the key changes you need to know. Whether you’re leading an Australian… Read more »
June is Pride Month – a time to honour the LGBTQIA+ community, celebrate progress, and reflect on the work still ahead. For global businesses, it’s also a moment to ask: how are we showing up for our people, everywhere? At Polyglot Group, we believe inclusion isn’t just a value – it’s a responsibility. And when it… Read more »
In today’s interconnected digital landscape, the Human Resources department plays a far more strategic role than ever before. No longer confined to traditional administrative duties, HR now stands as a critical line of defence against cyber threats — championing data protection, promoting secure practices, and cultivating a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organisation. With… Read more »
On the 14th of May 2025 in Sydney, we had the immense pleasure of hosting the Grand Prix VIE 2025 — a celebration of international talent, cross-cultural collaboration, and the power of the VIE Program to shape the next generation of global leaders. The VIE Program is a flagship international internship initiative that empowers French… Read more »
The Ripple Effect: The Impact of US Tariffs on Australia The recent tariffs imposed by the USA on Australia under its “Declaration of Economic Independence” have added a new degree of complexity to the global trade landscape. While the US accounts for only about 5% of Australia’s exports, broader implications of these tariffs are significant,… Read more »
In recent years, the rise in cyberattacks has highlighted the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures. From major banks and telecommunication giants to mega corporations and healthcare providers like Medibank, no organisation is immune to these threats. The recent Australian superannuation funds hack is a stark reminder that every company, regardless of size or industry,… Read more »
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 »
Enphase Energy is the world’s leading provider of solar micro inverters, energy management & storage systems. They pursue unique, high-tech innovations to continually advance the performance and intelligence of residential and commercial solar energy systems. In 2013, Enphase opened up their first Australian office in Melbourne, and in June 2015, the Sydney office was opened.
"Understanding Enphase’s unique market offering and product capabilities enabled our global team to provide tailored services at a speed that is in line with the exorbitant growth of this Californian tech start-up. Having teams in all major time zones of the world allows us to follow Enphase to any new country or region that they are moving to." Jan Rieche, Polyglot Group's Energy & Infrastructure GM
Enphase’s rapid growth did not only see them expand to Australia, but also to various other bases including the United Kingdom, France, the Netherlands and Latin America. This rapid development gave rise to cross-cultural HR and Recruitment needs. Enphase turned to the Polyglot Group as their preferred partner to assist with these intercontinental needs. As specialists in cross-cultural solutions, we knew we would be the perfect partner for Enphase’s circumstances.
One of Enphase’s top requirements was Recruitment Solutions. They required candidates and leading talent in renewable energy for a number of different countries of operation. As a result, Enphase sought an extensive cross-cultural candidate pool. Enphase’s operation across a number of different time-zones meant they also needed to source candidates right around the clock.
Recruiting an international team also raised compliance concerns for Enphase. More specifically, Enphase had concerns in ensuring their employment contracts were wholly compliant with the laws & legislation for each specific country of operation.
Enphase’s international expansion also raised the need to translate company material, such as marketing material and technical specifications.
As Enphase’s chosen cross-cultural communication partner, we understood that Enphase needed holistic solutions across a number of different fronts. After carefully considering Enphase’s unique circumstances, we concluded that our growth-oriented solution would perfectly solve each of Enphase’s unique needs.
As part of this custom-tailored solution, we provided Enphase with our Employment Outsourcing solution, which means that we became the sole Employer of Record. As another feature of this solution, the entire recruitment function was transferred to Polyglot Group’s recruitment team, including the task of sourcing candidates. Our dedicated consultants worked with our international offices in all major time-zones to source the very best talent.
Our commitment to Enphase’s growth and management saw us go the extra mile to ensure we were helping them expand in the right direction. As Global Key Account Manager for Enphase, our Global Head of Renewable Energy Jan Rieche took part in the annual “Global Sales Kick-Off” meeting in Petaluma, California to determine Enphase’s sales and growth strategy for the coming year. In addition, our Manager for Europe, Jacques Reynaud, worked closely with the senior management of Enphase in Europe, to ensure best practice for increasing market share and aiding team expansion.
Our Expand to solution was tailored to resolve Enphase’s each and every concern. As the recruitment function became our sole responsibility, we used our extensive international networks to source the best talent in the Renewable Energy Sector. As the Polyglot Group has offices in every major time zone, the time differences were not an issue in sourcing talent. As a result, Enphase did not invest any energy into recruitment, yet gained access to leading candidates. Overall, we recruited more than 20 candidates for various geographic locations.
With the help of our cross-cultural partners, we acquired local knowledge to ensure Enphase was wholly compliant with local laws & legislation. As we were the employer of record, Enphase’s could rest assured that the business was never threatened by a mistake in this area. As a result, Enphase did not waste time researching local laws and legislation, and thereby could focus all of their energy on the business its self.
Overall, we mobilised our international team to meet Enphase’s cross-cultural needs and ensure best practice for their global expansion.