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Sponsor Visa 494 – Personal Assistant
Hello, I am from Germany and would like to live and work in Perth, Australia, as a Personal Assistant (ANZSCO 521111). I am currently in Perth on a tourist visa.
In my case, it is the Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) 494 visa.
I have already received a positive Skills Assessment outcome. I have been looking for a job for months and, unfortunately, without success.Could you give me tips or names of recruiters?
Thank you very much for your help. 😊
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Hi Simona and welcome to our community 🙂
It’s great to hear that you’ve already secured a positive Skills Assessment for Personal Assistant (ANZSCO 521111) and are keen to stay in Perth under the Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) 494 visa.
Finding an employer willing to sponsor can be challenging, but here are some tips and resources that may help:
1. Target Regional Employers
Since the 494 visa is for regional areas, focus on businesses in Perth and surrounding regional areas. Small to medium businesses are more likely to sponsor if they struggle to find local talent.
2. Use Dedicated Sponsorship Job Boards
https://482jobs.com – This is one of our websites where all listed jobs offer visa sponsorship. It’s a great place to start.
https://Seek.com.au – Use keywords like “visa sponsorship” or “494 visa” in your search.
https://Indeed.com.au – Another useful job search platform where you can find sponsorship opportunities.
3. Contact Recruiters Specialising in Sponsored Roles
While Personal Assistant roles are not as commonly sponsored as other skilled occupations, reaching out to recruiters who specialise in employer-sponsored visas can help. Some agencies to consider:
Hays Recruitment (www.hays.com.au)
Robert Walters (www.robertwalters.com.au)
Michael Page (www.michaelpage.com.au)
4. Networking & Direct Applications
LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com) – Connect with professionals and hiring managers in your industry.
Cold Emailing – Research businesses in Perth that may require a Personal Assistant and send a well-crafted email highlighting your skills and willingness to work under a 494 visa.
5. Consider Regional DAMA Pathways
If you are struggling to find a sponsor, check if your occupation is included in a Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) for Western Australia. Some DAMAs allow concessions on skills and English requirements, making it easier for employers to sponsor. You can find more information on the Department of Home Affairs website: http://www.homeaffairs.gov.au.
I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck in securing a sponsorship! Let me know if you need further guidance.
Regards,
Mark
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Hi Mark,
Thank you very much for the quick and very helpful response. I will work my way through your recommendations.Have a great weekend.
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No worries at all Simona. Best of luck and feel free to reach out if I can assist you further 🙂
Regards
Mark
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