Workwell Group, a global leader in human capital management (HCM) and Employer of Record (EOR) services, recently announced its acquisition of Oncore, a leading provider of contingent workforce management solutions in Australia and the APAC region. This strategic move solidifies Workwell’s global footprint, providing customers with seamless EOR and AOR services across every continent, delivered through Workwell Global, the Group’s international division
The acquisition unites Oncore’s deep regional expertise and 25-year legacy in Australia and New Zealand with Workwell Global’s extensive worldwide infrastructure, offering employment solutions in 150+ countries.
Similar to Workwell Global, Oncore is a tech-enabled service business focused on helping organisations manage their contingent workforce, such as blue-chip multinational enterprises Allianz, Capgemini and BUPA, and specialist international recruiters Hays, Ranstad and Opus. This powerful alignment of vision and shared values is poised to deliver enhanced global services, expanded international reach, and innovative solutions to customers worldwide.
With recent acquisitions of Eastridge and PGC in North America, and other successful acquisitions in Europe, Workwell Global has built a strong international presence, with local offices across three continents, including London, Austin, Barcelona and now Sydney.
“Better Placed to Support Clients”
“The acquisition of Oncore provides a critical stronghold in Australia, establishing Oncore as Workwell Gloabl’s cornerstone in the growing APAC market,” said Amy Davies, Managing Director of Workwell Global. “With a revenue of $29 billion, Australia is a well-established and mature staffing market. As part of our new capability, we are now even better placed to support recruitment agencies and clients who want to engage workers in Australia compliantly through our local entity.”
“A Significant Milestone”
“We are delighted to welcome Oncore to the Workwell Group,” said John Hoskin, CEO of Workwell. “This acquisition represents a significant milestone in our strategy to build a truly global presence. By combining Oncore’s proven regional leadership with our extensive global infrastructure and recent acquisitions in North America and Europe, we are now uniquely positioned to offer our customers seamless EOR and AOR services on every continent.”
“New Chapter with Workwell”
“We are incredibly excited to embark on this new chapter with Workwell,” said Damian Bridge, Oncore CEO. “This acquisition is a testament to the strength of Oncore’s foundation and our team’s dedication. Workwell’s global scale and expertise, combined with our regional leadership, will enable us to deliver unparalleled value and innovative solutions to our clients, helping them navigate the complexities of the modern workforce on a global scale.”
Workwell Group, is a tech-enabled global and domestic provider specialising in Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR) services, contingent workforce management for multinational businesses and recruitment agencies. With an impressive scale that includes over 2,000 B2B customers, operations in 150 countries, and an annual turnover of approximately $2 billion USD, the group has a strong M&A track record of 18 successful acquisitions.
For customers, this partnership means continued seamless service, with the added advantage of expanded global capabilities and access to insights from Workwell Global’s mature markets. The collaborative approach aims to integrate the best aspects of both businesses to globalise Oncore’s proven strategy. With the Australian staffing market forecasted to grow by 2% in 2025, and 4% in 2026, this increase in capacity will help Workwell Global’s clients seize the growing opportunity in this market.
If you want to learn more about Workwell Global’s capabilities to help companies engage talent in 150+ countries, speak with one of our employment experts today!