

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 »
Mapfre Asistencia is a global insurance, reinsurance and services company with 1,500 corporate clients worldwide and more than 100 million customers insured. Present in 45 countries, Mapfre Asistencia offer products that increase their partners’ profitability and improve people’s quality of life. They are specialised in Assistance, providing Services and insurance for Specialty risks.
INSURE AND GO
The Insure and Go brand was established in the UK in 2000 and launched in the Australian market in 2011. As a subsidiary of Mapfre Asistencia, the company specialises in travel insurance.
"Polyglot Group is a good partner; one who has a long-term vision and an interest to develop a long-lasting partnership. They create a win-win attitude when working with you; their interest is to help you grow your business and become your trusted partner."
Mapfre’s needs arose from their mission to take their InsureandGo brand to Australia. In launching this Australian operation, Mapfre needed to recruit an entire team, including very specific international profiles. As a result, Mapfre sought a solution which would provide access to ideal candidates for the insurance industry in Australia. In addition, Mapfre needed this solution to be financially effective without any unexpected costs.
As a newcomer to the Australian business environment, Mapfre needed a partner who is accustomed the Australian insurance industry, and familiar with to the local market. In addition, Mapfre sought a partner who could combine this local knowledge with an understanding of Mapfre’s global business requirements. This was important to ensure each hire would be a cultural fit for Mapfre’s values in this cross-cultural circumstance.
In establishing their new Australian operation, Mapfre soon needed a partner to manage labour contracts in accordance with Australian laws, including the drafting & negotiation of employment contracts. In employing the new Australian team, Mapfre sought ongoing Human Resource Management support which needed to be easily accessible in the face of any HR issues.
The Polyglot Group developed a detailed recruitment solution plan that was adapted to InsureAndGo’s business needs, taking into account the company’s business requirements in the local market (Australia) as well as Mapfre priorities as a global business. The Polyglot Group also developed a business plan which contained detailed job descriptions and in-depth time-lines of the recruitment process for each position. This idea was derived from our knowledge of the local market combined with experience in working with other European businesses.
In carefully discussing Mapfre’s plans and priorities, The Polyglot Group fostered a deep understanding of their values. When it came to recruiting the best cultural fit, we were able to make prompt and well-informed decisions about which candidates would be ideal for Mapfre and their future.
Our recruitment solution also eliminated Mapfre’s concerns about unexpected costs, as it took the simple form of set monthly payments based on the number of employees. To provide Mapfre with ongoing Human Resource Management support and follow-up, we delivered our Grow Bundle. With this in place, Mapfre’s unfamiliarity with Australian law was no longer a concern. As we were listed as the employer of record, Mapfre could rest assured in knowing compliance was guaranteed.
As Mapfre’s HR specialists, we negotiated and drafted employment contracts, meaning the company did not have to waste any time on employment processes and could focus on their core business. With this recruitment solution, Mapfre was able to access prompt and expert HR support from our team of expert advisors.
With our carefully implemented recruitment solution, Mapfre was able to recruit and manage their new Australian team. Sebastian Kaisin, Australia’s General Manager for InsureandGo reported, “We now have a team of 20 people, including very specific international profiles, fitting into our culture and needs for our business.”
With our assistance, Mapfre was equipped with the confidence and support to grow. “Polyglot is a good partner; one who has a long-term vision and an interest to develop a long-lasting partnership,” said Sebastian Kaisin. Not only did our solution answer all Mapfre’s requirements surrounding recruitment, it also provided ongoing expert Human Resource Management advice with Australian law and best practice in general.