Why Aurion

Let your workforce thrive with our innovative payroll technology and expert managed payroll services.

Home grown yet part of a global network

Aurion was founded in Brisbane, Australia in 1985 established to meet the growing demands of simple payroll solutions for managing complex workforces. Since our humble beginnings, we’ve grown substantially over the decades now part of Recruit Group. RGF Staffing ANZ is part of a global player RGF Staffing, one of the world's largest HR services providers, with activities in Asia, Europe, the UK and North America. This is also the name of our head office based in the Netherlands and many sister companies in our network across the globe. RGF Staffing is owned by Recruit Holdings Ltd. The same company that owns Indeed and Glassdoor, with major market dominance in Japan in many other industries.
RGF Staffing ANZ - Aurion

Our dedication to ESG values

Aurion is dedicated to creating a sustainable future through our robust Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices.

Our commitment extends beyond compliance, we actively pursue initiatives that promote environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and ethical governance. This dedication is embedded in every aspect of our operations, reflecting our belief in the importance of positively impacting the communities and environments we operate in. Internally we have a range of ESG committees passionate about making a difference and help drive our ESG initiatives.

Environmental responsibility

We’re continually integrating sustainable practices to reduce our ecological footprint and promote a healthier planet. Our team proactively participates in environmental initiatives throughout the year.

Social accountability

Aurion is deeply committed to social accountability, fostering a culture of inclusivity, equality, and community engagement, ensuring that our growth contributes positively to society.

Governance integrity

Our dedication to governance is unwavering, with Aurion upholding the highest standards of transparency, ethics and corporate responsibility in every aspect of our operations.

Our reconciliation action plan

Our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) provides a solid platform for us to work in-step with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as we strive to be more informed, more engaged, and more proactive in contributing to the solutions required for today and for future generations.
RAP - Aurion commitment to reconciliation

Our history

1985 | Company founded

Aurion is founded in Brisbane.

1988 | First customer

We connected our first customer, who is still a customer today.

1999 | Centre opens in Canberra

Aurion establishes our first Payroll Services bureau in Canberra.

1999 | Australia’s First Payroll Self Service

Introduced Payroll Self Service.

2007 | We become a SaaS

Aurion launches its first hosted software-as-a-service (SaaS).

2008 | Online services

Aurion launches next-generation online Self Service.

2011 | Acquired by CMG

Aurion becomes part of the Chandler Macleod Group.

2014 | 24/7 access

Aurion launches Aurion 11 for 24/7 access to Aurion from any device.

2015 | Part of RGF Staffing ANZ

Aurion becomes part of Recruit Global Staffing, the 4th largest company in the world.

2018 | Aurion Cloud

Aurion’s hosted service becomes ‘Aurion Cloud’ powered by AWS.

2019 | 350K users milestone

Aurion’s user community surpasses 350,000.

2021 | Aurion awarded HRD Employer of Choice

HRD’s Employer of Choice winner.

2022 | Established our RAP

Launched our Reconciliation Action Plan.

2023 | GPA In-Country Payroll Provider Winner

Won Global Payroll Award.

2024 | EcoVadis Platinum business sustainability rating

RGF Staffing ANZ recognised as Top 1% of global companies.

2025 | New era for Aurion Cloud

Next-gen cloud payroll officially deployed to production.

2026 | Aurora product launch

Launched Aurora, our first payroll platform for SMBs.

GPA Award payroll supplier of the year shortlised_Aurion
GPA - Shortlisted Payroll Software Supplier of the Year
2026
GPA Award regional payroll supplier of the year shortlised_Aurion
GPA - Shortlisted Regional Payroll Supplier of the Year
2026
GPA Payroll software supplier of the year 2025 shortlised Aurion
GPA - Shortlisted Payroll Software Supplier of the Year
2025
GPA_Award_In-country_Payroll_Provider-Aurion-Shotlisted
GPA - Shortlisted In-country Payroll Provider of the Year
2025
Aurion 2024 HRD Service Provider Award
HRD - Payroll Systems Service Provider
2024
Aurion 2024 GPA Highly Commended Payroll Manager of the Year
GPA - Payroll Manager of the Year (Highly Commended)
2024
Aurion Award GPA Logo
GPA - In-country Payroll Provider of the Year
2023
Aurion Awards 2023 HRD Employer of Choice
HRD - 5 Star Employer of Choice
2023
Aurion 2023 HRD Service Provider
HRD - Payroll Systems Service Provider
2023
Aurion Award 2022 HRD Employer of Choice
HRD - 5 Star Employer of Choice
2022
Aurion Awards 2022 HRD Service Provider
HRD - Payroll Systems Service Provider
2022
Aurion Award 2021 HRD Employer of Choice
HRD - Employer of Choice Award
2021
Aurion Award 2020 HRD Service Provider
HRD - Payroll Systems Service Provider
2020
Aurion Award 2019 HRD Service Provider
HRD - Payroll Systems Service Provider
2019

Our Leadership Team

We have a dedicated team that lead with integrity and work diligently to cultivate a positive workplace for our people to deliver people and payroll solutions that make life work better for our team, our customers and our communities.