OzLance encourages a pricing system based on skills, qualifications, experience and work portfolio. We believe that you "get what you pay for" which is why so many clients come to OzLance after negative experiences elsewhere.
A local freelance professional has lower business overheads and we encourage them to pass this saving on to you. Together with free listings and no commission on OzLance, your OzLance Freelancer can provide the perfect balance of affordability and quality.
Want your project seen sooner? You can feature it for $9.90, so it's approved straight away and freelancers with the skills hear about it within minutes. It's optional, and the only fee OzLance charges.
| Employee | Consulting Firm | Temp/ Contract Agency | OzLance Freelancer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising Fees | Outrageous | Negotiable | N/A | FREE to post |
| Hourly Wage Cost | Market Rate | HIGHEST | HIGH | Market Rate |
| Placement Fee | 10 – 20% of annual salary | Negotiable | Negotiable | NIL |
| Additional Hourly Fees | NIL | HIGHEST | HIGH | NIL |
| Holiday, sick leave and paid breaks | 40 days per year | NIL | NIL | NIL |
| Superannuation | 12%+ | NIL | NIL | NIL** |
| Long Service | 1 week per year | NIL | NIL | NIL |
| Bonuses | Negotiable | Negotiable | NIL | NIL |
| Business Overheads | Highest | Moderate | Moderate | NIL |
| Training | Highest | Moderate | High | NIL |
| Workers Comp | 1.3 – 2%* | NIL | 1.3 – 2%* | NIL |
| Payroll Tax | 4 – 6.85%* | NIL | NIL | NIL |
| HIGH FEES | HIGHEST FEES | HIGH FEES | LOWEST FEES |
* Varies by state. Payroll tax is charged at 4% to 6.85% once yearly wages pass the state's threshold, between $900,000 and $2 million.
Workers comp premiums average 1.3% to 2% of wages, depending on the state and industry. Figures as at 2026.
** Contractors paid mainly for their labour can be owed super, the same as an employee. The ATO's employee or contractor decision tool can help.
Why are OzLance freelancers better value?
OzLance allows for "whole job" quoting only. This protects employers by establishing a set budget and encouraging the speediest completion of a job. It protects freelancers by having a fixed price in advance, allowing for scheduled progress payments. It is recommended that a work schedule be established and adhered to, and progress payments be made promptly.
Choosing the right bid
Choosing a freelancer is the most affordable way to get your job done, because not only do you incur the lowest direct costs but your freelancer has fewer overheads to pass on, too.
Hiring a freelancer is all about getting outstanding value for money, but hiring the cheapest freelancer could be a big mistake. When selecting a candidate, look for the right balance between bid price and skills. Make sure you check their references, qualifications and portfolio before deciding. Selecting the cheapest option may result in a poorer standard of work, when for a few dollars more, you could enjoy spectacular results.
What is the Market Wage for my job?
It's difficult to define what a job is worth as every job requires a different skill set and different experience. As a rough guide however, this Market Data can help you to understand the minimum you can expect to pay for.
52 weeks per year – 9 for holidays, sick leave and long service = 43 weeks work
Average working week is 38 hours
Minimum Quote = (Market Salary / 43) / 38 x Estimated hours in the Job