Employer Sponsorship & Nominations

Employer sponsorship and nomination arrangements allow Australian businesses to sponsor overseas workers to fill skilled roles where local labour is not available. These arrangements are subject to detailed legislative requirements and ongoing compliance obligations for sponsoring employers.

​

Crownmark Lawyers provides legal advice to employers and sponsored workers on sponsorship and nomination matters, assisting with understanding eligibility criteria, regulatory obligations, and the practical operation of sponsorship arrangements. Our approach is structured and commercially informed, recognising the importance of certainty and continuity in workforce planning.

​

Sponsorship and nomination applications are assessed closely by the Department of Home Affairs. Employers must meet requirements relating to business operations, employment terms, and compliance history, while nominated positions must satisfy occupation and market testing criteria. We advise on these requirements and assist clients in preparing applications that are accurate, consistent, and compliant.

​

We also provide guidance on managing sponsorship obligations throughout the sponsorship period, including reporting, record-keeping, and responding to regulatory enquiries. Where relevant, we advise on how sponsorship arrangements may support longer-term migration outcomes for sponsored workers.

​

Our services include:

• Advice on employer sponsorship eligibility and requirements

• Guidance on nomination criteria and occupation suitability

• Review and preparation of sponsorship and nomination applications

• Advice on labour market testing and employment conditions

• Guidance on sponsorship obligations and compliance requirements

• Support with ongoing reporting and regulatory obligations

• Strategic advice on long-term workforce and migration planning