Build Your Offshore Team in the Philippines
The talent you need exists in the Philippines. The question is how to access it—without the complexity of setting up your own entity, navigating foreign employment law, or managing recruitment in a market you don’t know.
Staff Domain makes it simple. We help you build your own dedicated team in the Philippines—staff who work exclusively for you, learn your business, and become part of
your organisation.
We’re not a BPO or staffing agency placing temps. We’re an Australian-led offshore staffing partner that recruits specifically for your needs, employs your team properly with above market compensation, and provides the infrastructure for long-term success.
What we handle:
- Bespoke recruitment using our Grit Filter methodology
- Full legal employment with Philippine compliance
- Professional equipment (Dell PCs, dual monitors, headsets)
- Secure facilities in Ortigas, Alabang, Clark, and Cebu
- Dedicated Client Success Manager
- Ongoing HR support
What you handle:
- Define roles and requirements
- Interview and select candidates
- Manage day-to-day work
- Train and develop your team
Two ways to work with us
This page covers every function you can build offshore with Staff Domain—from finance and IT to customer service and construction support.
What Roles Can You Build Offshore?
Almost any knowledge work that doesn’t require physical presence can be performed by your offshore team. The Philippines has deep talent pools across:
| Category | Popular Roles | Typical Savings |
|---|---|---|
|
Finance & Accounting
|
Bookkeeper, Accountant, Payroll Specialist,
Financial Analyst |
65-75% |
|
IT & Technical |
Software Developer, IT Support, QA Engineer,
DevOps |
60-70% |
|
Administration &
VA |
Executive Assistant, Data Entry, Virtual Assistant |
70-80% |
|
Customer Service |
Customer Service Rep, Technical Support |
70-75% |
|
Sales & Marketing |
SDR/BDR, Digital Marketing, Content Writer |
65-75% |
|
Creative & Design |
Graphic Designer, UI/UX Designer, Video Editor |
65-75% |
|
HR & Recruitment |
Sourcer, Recruiter, HR Coordinator |
65-75% |
|
Construction Support |
Estimator, BIM Technician, Project Administrator |
65-75% |
Each category links to detailed pages covering specific roles, required skills, interview questions, and salary benchmarks
Our Categories
Finance & Accounting
The Philippines produces approximately 200,000 certified public accountants and 12,000 accountancy graduates annually. This isn’t just volume—it’s quality. Philippine accounting education follows international standards, and many graduates pursue US CPA, CMA, or ACCA certifications.
Why Finance Works Offshore
Standardised processes
Bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll follow defined procedures that translate well across borders.
Tool-based work
Cloud accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, MYOB, NetSuite) enables seamless collaboration regardless of location.
Timezone advantage
Your offshore finance team can complete overnight processing, so reports are ready when your Australian office opens.
Talent depth
Decades of BPO investment have created sophisticated finance talent pools with experience serving international clients
Roles You Can Build
Bookkeeper
Day-to-day transaction processing, bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, expense management. Ideal starting point for finance offshoring.
Accountant
Financial reporting, month-end close, management accounts, compliance support, audit preparation. Many hold CPA-equivalent qualifications.
Payroll Specialist
Payroll processing, leave management, superannuation/401(k) administration, payroll reporting. Experience with Australian/US payroll systems common.
Financial Analyst
Budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial modelling, business intelligence reporting. Higher-level strategic support.
Typical Investment
Fully loaded costs including salary, benefits, equipment, facilities, and Staff Domain support.
| Role | Australian (AUD/year) | Philippines (AUD/year)* | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Bookkeeper |
$55,000-$70,000 |
$14,000-$20,000 |
70-75% |
|
Accountant |
$75,000-$95,000 |
$18,000-$28,000 |
65-75% |
|
Payroll Specialist |
$65,000-$80,000 |
$16,000-$24,000 |
65-70% |
|
Financial Analyst |
$85,000-$110,000 |
$22,000-$32,000 |
65-70% |
IT & Technical
Philippine universities graduate over 100,000 IT and computer science students annually. The country ranks among the top global destinations for software development and technical services, with established talent pools across web development, mobile apps, cloud infrastructure, and emerging technologies.
Why IT Works Offshore
Global skill standards
Programming languages, frameworks, and methodologies are universal. A React developer in Manila uses the same tools as one in Sydney.
Strong technical education
Universities like UP, DLSU, Ateneo, and Mapua produce graduates trained in current technologies.
Experienced talent pool
Major tech companies including Google, Microsoft, IBM, and Accenture have operated Philippine development centres for decades.
Cost-quality balance
Access senior developers at mid-level local prices, or build larger teams for the same budget.
Roles You Can Build
Software Developer
Full-stack, front-end, or back-end development. Strong capabilities in JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, PHP, .NET, Java. Experience with modern frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, Node.js, Laravel).
IT Support
Help desk (Tier 1-3), system administration, network support, user onboarding, troubleshooting. Often the first IT role companies offshore.
QA Engineer
Manual and automated testing, test case development, regression testing, performance testing. Growing automation capabilities (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright).
DevOps Engineer
CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), monitoring and observability.
Typical Investment
Fully loaded costs including salary, benefits, equipment, facilities, and Staff Domain support.
| Role | Australian (AUD/year) | Philippines (AUD/year)* | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
|
IT Support (L1-L2) |
$60,000-$80,00 |
$14,000-$22,000 |
70-75% |
|
Software Developer (Mid |
$100,000-$140,00 |
$28,000-$45,000 |
65-70% |
|
QA Engineer |
$80,000-$110,000 |
$22,000-$35,000 |
65-70% |
|
DevOps Engineer |
$120,000-$160,000 |
$35,000-$55,000 |
60-70% |
Administration & Virtual Assistance
Administrative support is one of the most mature offshore categories. The Philippines has decades of experience providing executive assistance, data management, and general administration to international businesses.
Why IT Works Offshore
Clear task structure
Tool proficiency
Communication skills
Immediate productivity
Roles You Can Build
Executive Assistant
Data Entry Specialist
Virtual Assistant
Typical Investment
Fully loaded costs including salary, benefits, equipment, facilities, and Staff Domain support.
| Role | Australian (AUD/year) | Philippines (AUD/year)* | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Virtual Assistant |
$55,000-$70,000 |
$12,000-$18,000 |
75-80% |
|
Data Entry Specialist |
$50,000-$60,000 |
$10,000-$14,000 |
75-80% |
|
Executive Assistant |
$70,000-$90,000 |
$16,000-$26,000 |
70-75% |
Customer Service
Customer service built the Philippine offshore industry. With 30+ years of experience and over 1 million workers in customer-facing roles, the Philippines offers the deepest talent pool globally for support functions.
Why Customer Service Works Offshore
Industry maturity
English proficiency
Cultural alignment
Timezone coverage
Roles You Can Build
Customer Service Representative
Technical Support Specialist
Typical Investment
Fully loaded costs including salary, benefits, equipment, facilities, and Staff Domain support.
| Role | Australian (AUD/year) | Philippines (AUD/year)* | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Customer Service Rep |
$55,000-$65,000 |
$12,000-$18,000 |
70-75% |
|
Technical Support (L1-L2) |
$60,000-$75,000 |
$14,000-$22,000 |
70-75% |
|
Technical Support (L3) |
$75,000-$95,000 |
$20,000-$30,000 |
65-70% |
Sales & Marketing
Digital marketing and sales development have grown rapidly as offshore functions. The Philippines offers strong capabilities in lead generation, content creation, campaign management, and marketing operations.
Why Customer Service Works Offshore
Digital-native talent
Content capabilities
Sales development scale
Marketing operations
Roles You Can Build
SDR/BDR (Sales Development Rep)
Outbound prospecting, lead qualification, appointment setting, CRM management, pipeline development. Scale your sales top-of-funnel.
Digital Marketing Specialist
Content Writer
Typical Investment
Fully loaded costs including salary, benefits, equipment, facilities, and Staff Domain support.
| Role | Australian (AUD/year) | Philippines (AUD/year)* | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
|
SDR/BDR |
$65,000-$85,000 |
$16,000-$24,000 |
70-75% |
|
Digital Marketing
Specialist |
$70,000-$90,000 |
$18,000-$28,000 |
65-75% |
|
Content Writer |
$65,000-$85,000 |
$16,000-$26,000 |
65-75% |
Creative & Design
The Philippines has developed strong creative capabilities, particularly in graphic design, video production, and digital design. Manila ranks among the top global cities for creative outsourcing.
Why Creative Works Offshore
Visual communication is universal
Tool standardisation
Portfolio-based hiring
Production capacity
Roles You Can Build
Graphic Designer
UI/UX Designer
Video Editor
Typical Investment
Fully loaded costs including salary, benefits, equipment, facilities, and Staff Domain support.
| Role | Australian (AUD/year) | Philippines (AUD/year)* | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Graphic |
$65,000-$85,000 |
$16,000-$26,000 |
65-75% |
|
UI/UX Designer |
$90,000-$130,000 |
$26,000-$42,000 |
65-70% |
|
Video Editor |
$70,000-$95,000 |
$18,000-$30,000 |
65-75% |
HR & Recruitment
Many companies build offshore recruitment teams to handle the volume work in talent acquisition—sourcing, screening, scheduling—while onshore recruiters focus on senior relationships and final decisions.
Why HR & Recruitment Works Offshore
Process-driven work
Tool proficiency
English communication
Scalable capacity
What You Can Build
Recruitment Sourcers, Screening Specialists, Interview Coordinators, Reference Checkers, HR Coordinators, Onboarding Specialists, HRIS Administrators.
Typical Investment
Fully loaded costs including salary, benefits, equipment, facilities, and Staff Domain support.
| Role | Australian (AUD/year) | Philippines (AUD/year)* | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Recruitment Sourcer |
$60,000-$75,000 |
$14,000-$22,000 |
70-75% |
|
HR Coordinator |
$55,000-$70,000 |
$14,000-$20,000 |
70-75% |
|
Recruitment Coordinator |
$55,000-$70,000 |
$14,000-$22,000 |
65-70% |
Construction Support
Construction and engineering support is an emerging offshore category—and a Staff Domain specialisation. Australian and US construction companies are discovering that estimating, BIM, and project administration can be performed effectively from the Philippines.
Why Construction Support Works Offshore
Technical education
Software proficiency
Cost pressure
Night shift advantage
Roles You Can Build
Estimator
Quantity takeoffs, cost estimation, bid preparation, subcontractor pricing, estimate review. Bluebeam, PlanSwift, and other takeoff tools.
BIM Technician
3D modelling, clash detection, BIM coordination, model management, drawing production. Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD proficiency.
Project Administrator
Document control, RFI management, submittal tracking, meeting minutes, project reporting. Procore and other PM software.
Typical Investment
Fully loaded costs including salary, benefits, equipment, facilities, and Staff Domain support.
| Role | Australian (AUD/year) | Philippines (AUD/year)* | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Estimator |
$85,000-$120,000 |
$22,000-$35,000 |
65-75% |
|
BIM Technician |
$75,000-$100,000 |
$20,000-$32,000 |
65-75% |
|
Project Administrator |
$65,000-$85,000 |
$16,000-$26,000 |
65-75% |
HOW IT WORKS
How Much Does an Offshore Team Cost?
Staff Domain provides transparent, all-inclusive monthly pricing. Your investment covers
- Staff salary (above-market compensation)
- All statutory contributions (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, 13th month)
- Comprehensive benefits including HMO
- Professional equipment (Dell PC, dual monitors, headset, chair)
- Secure office facilities
- Recruitment (included, not charged separately)
- Dedicated Client Success Manager
- Ongoing HR administration
Cost Summary by Category
| Category | Entry-Level (AUD/month) | Mid-Level (AUD/month) | Senior (AUD/month) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Finance &
Accounting |
$1,200-$1,600 |
$1,500-$2,300 |
$2,000-$3,000 |
|
IT & Technical |
$1,200-$1,800 |
$2,300-$3,800 |
$3,500-$5,500 |
|
Administration & VA |
$900-$1,200 |
$1,200-$1,800 |
$1,500-$2,200 |
|
Customer Service |
$1,000-$1,400 |
$1,400-$1,800 |
$1,800-$2,500 |
|
Sales & Marketing |
$1,000-$1,400 |
$1,500-$2,300 |
$2,200-$3,200 |
|
Creative & Design |
$1,300-$1,800 |
$1,800-$2,800 |
$2,500-$3,500 |
|
HR & Recruitment |
$1,200-$1,600 |
$1,500-$2,200 |
$2,000-$2,800 |
|
Construction
Support |
$1,500-$2,000 |
$1,800-$2,800 |
$2,500-$3,500 |
*Ranges reflect role complexity and experience level. Actual pricing provided after discovery call.
Transparent Pricing. No Hidden Fees That Build Up.
Most offshore providers look affordable at first, then slowly layer in extra costs. Security add-ons. Equipment upgrades. Compliance fees.
It adds up, and it’s rarely clear upfront.
Staff Domain’s pricing is fully transparent and bundled into one predictable monthly investment. No hidden fees. No unexpected surprises. Just a complete offshore operating system, designed so you can plan with confidence and focus on growing your business.
How Building Your Team Works
- Week 1-2: Discovery
We learn about your business, the roles you need, what success looks like, and how offshore team members will integrate with your existing operations.
- Week 2-4: Recruitment
Our team runs a dedicated search using our Grit Filter methodology. This screens for technical skills, communication ability, adaptability, and cultural fit. You’ll typically see 3-5 shortlisted candidates per role.
- Week 3-4: Selection
You interview candidates via video call and make the final hiring decision. These are your hires—we facilitate, but you choose.
- Week 4-5: Onboarding
Your new team member starts. They’re set up with equipment, system access, and initial orientation. Your Client Success Manager coordinates the transition.
- Ongoing: Support and Success
Your CSM maintains regular check-ins, helps resolve issues, and supports your team’s development. We handle payroll, benefits, and compliance. You focus on the work.
SD Climb vs SD Summit
Most companies start with SD Climb. SD Summit is designed for regulated industries (financial services, healthcare, legal) or complex operations requiring formal governance.
SD Climb
Full-service offshore staffing for teams of 3-20 people
- Bespoke recruitment (Grit Filter methodology)
- Full legal employment
- Professional equipment
- Enterprise security (ISO 27001-aligned)
- Dedicated Client Success Manager
- Premium benefits (above-market salaries)
- 3-month replacement guarantee
SD Summit
Everything in SD Climb plus enterprise governance
- Compliance Shield (credential tracking, audit dossiers)
- Dual-Stream Integration (staff + manager training)
- Predictive Success Engineering (retention analytics)
- Quarterly Route Reviews
- The Secure Vault (confidential advisory)
Why Staff Domain
We built Staff Domain because we saw companies frustrated with offshore staffing that didn’t work. Either they got BPO-style service (no control, high turnover) or they tried to figure it out themselves (compliance nightmares, poor recruitment).
What Makes Us Different
Australian-led operations
Our headquarters are in Sydney. Our CEO, Justin Pavsic, is
based in Manila. When leadership lives the reality, decisions improve.
Recruitment included
We don’t expect you to find candidates. We run a full recruitment
process tailored to your specific needs—not pulling from a generic pool.
Above-market compensation
We pay 10-20% above industry average because better compensation attracts better candidates who stay longer. This isn’t charity—it’s strategy.
Verifiable employee satisfaction
Our Glassdoor rating is 4.7/5 from 183 reviews. 97% CEO approval. 96% would recommend us to a friend. These aren’t numbers you fake.
Equipment standard
Dell Core i5 PC, dual monitors, noise-cancelling headset, ergonomic chair. Professional tools for professional work.
Physical facilities
Real offices in Ortigas, Alabang, Clark, and Cebu. 24/7 security,
biometric access, CCTV monitoring.
3-month guarantee
If a hire doesn’t work out within three months, we recruit a replacement at no additional cost.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What roles can I hire offshore in the Philippines?
Almost any knowledge work: finance and accounting, software development, IT support, customer service, sales development, marketing, graphic design, video editing, HR, recruitment, and specialised functions like construction estimating and BIM. If it can be done on a computer, it can likely be done offshore.
How much does it cost to build an offshore team?
Fully loaded costs typically range from $1,000-$5,000 AUD per person per month depending on role and seniority. This includes salary, benefits, equipment, facilities, and support. Most companies save 60-75% compared to equivalent local hiring.
How quickly can I build my team?
Most clients have their first hire working within four weeks. Timeline includes discovery (1-2 weeks), recruitment (2-3 weeks), and onboarding (1 week). Complex or senior roles may take longer.
Do I manage offshore staff directly?
What's the minimum team size?
We typically work with companies building teams of 3+ people. If you need just one or two people, we can discuss whether our model fits your situation.
What equipment do offshore staff receive?
Every team member receives professional equipment: Dell Core i5 PC (or laptop), dual monitors, noise-cancelling headset, webcam, and ergonomic chair. No shared workstations or bring-your-own-device.
What if a hire doesn't work out?
We offer a 3-month replacement guarantee. If a hire doesn’t meet expectations within the first three months, we recruit a replacement at no additional cost.
Can I visit my offshore team?
Yes. We encourage clients to visit. Our facilities in Ortigas, Alabang, Clark, and Cebu are open for client visits, and we can help coordinate your trip.
How do I train offshore team members?
The same way you’d train any remote employee: video calls, screen sharing, documentation, and regular check-ins. For SD Summit clients, our Dual-Stream Integration programme provides structured training for both offshore staff and onshore managers.
What about data security?
We operate ISO 27001-aligned security protocols. Physical security includes 24/7 guards, CCTV, and biometric access. Technical security includes BitLocker encryption, disabled USB ports, and network monitoring. We’ll work with your IT team to implement any additional controls your policies require.
Start Building Your Team
The talent you need exists. The cost savings are real. The complexity is manageable—with the right partner. Staff Domain helps Australian and US companies build dedicated offshore teams that actually work:
Finance & Accounting
Bookkeepers, accountants, payroll specialists, financial
analysts
IT & Technical
Developers, IT support, QA engineers, DevOps engineers
Administration
Customer Service
Customer service reps, technical support specialists
Sales & Marketing
Creative & Design
HR & Recruitment
Construction Support
We’re not a BPO. We don’t take over your functions. We help you build your own team— with the infrastructure and support to make it work.
Here's what happens next
No long-term contracts. No hidden fees. No minimum headcount lock-ins. Just your own dedicated team, professionally recruited, fairly compensated, and ready to
work for you.
Discovery call
We learn about your needs, timeline, and requirements
Role definition
We help you clarify job descriptions and candidate profiles
Custom proposal
You receive transparent pricing for your specific team
Recruitment begins
Your dedicated search starts immediately upon engagement
Team onboarded
First hires working within 4 weeks
