- HR software
HR Software built for local Australian businesses
Everything you need for employee management and human resources in Australia
- Staff performance management and absence management software
- Easily create employee rosters
- Unlimited document storage
- Simple time tracking with our clock in and out app
Join 30,000+ Australian businesses that trust BrightHR
Human resource management software for Australian businesses
HR software solutions packed with features
Lighten the load and work smarter with our HR software for small business and medium sized ones, which is also suitable across various industries.
Spend less time being drowned in paperwork and more time building your business with our complete HR System for easy staff tracking and shift management.
Our platform features centralised secure document storage making it easy to organise, track, and safeguard your critical business records. You will also gain access to a comprehensive library of professional drafted templates including employment contract templates and resignation letters, to support your daily HR workflows.
HR software Australia
Built for Australian businesses, our system not only understands your business, but includes 24/7 local support ready to assist you with technical enquiries and Australian employment law.
An HR platform built for growth
Our versatile cloud-based HR Platform powers over 30,000 Australian and New Zealand businesses, from those looking for NDIS management software, to dentists and bakeries.
How our HR software streamlines employee & data management
Time is one of your most valuable assets. As a business owner you need specialised solutions that simplify administrative workflows and reduce the time spent dealing with disjointed systems.
Our Australian HR Software is built with efficiency and simplicity in mind, designed to support the specific operational requirements of local businesses. By consolidating multiple workflows into a unified HR platform, you can seamlessly manage employee records, leave requests, expenses, rosters, and training, all from a single centralised app.
Whether you refer to it as a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) or Human Capital Management software, it serves as a foundational resource to help support your business's growth and stability for the future.
Internationally recognised, locally renowned
Founded in the UK and expanded across Canada and Australia, thinking globally while acting locally is integral to our success. We bring our international expertise and couple it with dedicated local insight, providing software and support built around the operational landscapes that Australian business owners navigate today.
Why we’re Australia’s best HR software platform
24/7 local support
No dealing with international call centres or long delays, with our 100% ANZ based support team that’s ready to assist with all your tech support enquiries.
100% local compliance support
Made for Australian businesses
Learning and Training
Specialised Solutions for Your Business
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A Guide to HR Software
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Your guide to choosing the right HR software
The right HR software can become the backbone of your business. But there’s lots to consider when choosing your provider.
From a handy checklist of the features you need to look for, to the risks that software can help you avoid, our Guide to HR Software covers it all.
Explore the HR tools included in our HR software
Stay fully staffed with our user-friendly absence management software. Get instant notifications and a central hub to keep track.
Access all the HR and employment documents you need in your pocket. Enjoy unlimited document storage space. Upload, store, and view documents in seconds.
Create, assign, and edit shifts and rosters with ease across ANY working pattern. Plus enjoy flexibility with our new open shifts feature.
Manage staff annual leave requests with ease using our holiday planner. Avoid clashes and staff shortages with easy to understand reports.
Better manage staff productivity with easy to use clocking in software, so you know who's working and who's not.
Reward employees' extra working hours with our award-winning overtime tracker. Approve or decline requests in real time with certainty about hours worked.
Google ReviewsOur local success
Helping local businesses make their HR process more efficient than ever has been integral for our success in all our markets. For Australia, Ankit from Digital Australian SearchBar credits BrightHR’s software for revolutionising his staff management. Learn more about SearchBar’s success here.
Our global success
When you work with us, you get the resources and reach of an international company combined with a local understanding of the market and the needs of business owners. An example of our success overseas is with Wild Hearth Bakery in the UK, where our simple layout and various features in one place has made managing staff and rosters significantly easier. Learn more about Wild Hearth Bakery's success here.
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Expand Your local Footprint with BrightExchange, Our Online Australian marketplace
Position your business in front of a vast network of potential customers across Australia, while providing your team with complimentary access to thousands of exclusive perks on BrightExchange—fully integrated into our HR software packages.
With BrightExchange you can:
- Promote Your Business: Access complimentary advertising on the platform to tap into a rapidly growing national and global network.
- Publish On Demand: Create and publish promotional listings in minutes.
- Support Staff Retention: Offer your workforce thousands of savings and lifestyle deals to boost engagement and morale.
- Grow Globally: Connect with our broader international business community.
Specialised solutions for Aussie Businesses
As an Australian business owner, you require focused solutions that align with your industry and operational challenges. That is why our HR software is engineered specifically to support Australian companies, providing the administrative infrastructure needed to help you reach your organisational goals.
Our platform offers:
- 24/7 employment relations support across various Australian industries
- HR Software built to simplify your complex workforce administration
- On-demand access to hundreds of vetted employment letters, contract frameworks, and policy templates
- Professional courses for staff and managers designed to support your organisation’s alignment with Australian employment laws
HR Software FAQs
BrightHR’s provides a comprehensive workforce platform engineered for the Australian market. Core features include roster management, employee time tracking software, absence management, expense logging, secure document storage and payroll reporting.
Your subscription also includes access to promotional advertising on our BrightExchange online marketplace, an extensive library of e-learning courses for both managers and staff, plus 24/7 local support handling both tech support and general employment relations inquiries.
Q. QuestionAre there different HR software packages depending on my business needs & budget?
Yes. At BrightHR, we recognise that different organisational structures require scalable solutions. We offer a range of flexible service tiers, including our core HR Package, a comprehensive Health and Safety modul, or an integrated suite combining both platforms. This ensures you receive a cost effective pricing that scales predictably alongside your business’s headcount.
Implementing an HR platform is designed to streamline daily administration, saving you valuable time while giving management greater oversight of essential workforce tracking—such as absences, leave balances, and overtime.
Additionally, it provides structured guidance to support you when navigating sensitive operational procedures like probation periods and redundancies. You will also gain access to a centralized repository of standard HR templates, including employee handbooks, contract frameworks, and workplace policies.
As every business has unique operational requirements and headcounts, it’s best to book a free demo with our team for a quote that’s accurate and specialised. We also offer fixed pricing, so you’ll have price protection with your agreement with no hidden fees or costs. Our prices start from $12.00 a month depending on your business size. Find out more through our pricing journey.
Absolutely! We provide complimentary bookings for our HR Software demo sessions with one of our specialised agents. During this session, you will receive an extensive walkthrough of the platform's features, demonstrating how you can leverage our digital tools to optimise your business’s workflows and administrative efficiency. Book a demo with our team today.
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