Frequently Asked
Questions

General

  • We find the very best talent for your business needs here in Bali and throughout Indonesia through an intensely personal approach with each one of our candidates who have been screened and are ready to be placed in new roles.

    We bring true value by applying an individual methodology to the recruitment process, tailoring it to our client and the specific role available. 

    We provide flexibility in our ability to search for talent, meaning you will get the “right” employee rather than the “right now” candidate.

    Each candidate put forward has been qualified and vetted by our recruitment team. A thorough candidate summary report, background profile and references will also be provided.

  • We work across a wide variety of sectors, including Business Services, Energy & Natural Resources, Fashion, Financial Services, FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods), Industrial / Manufacturing, Insurance, Leisure, Travel & Tourism, Media & Agency, Property, Public Sector, Retail, Technology & Telecoms, Transport & Distribution.
  • We focus on positions at every level depending on our client’s hiring needs. From Junior positions all the way up to C-Suite level.
  • We are qualified professionals who take a highly personalized approach to each one of our clients. 

    We take the time to get to know your wants and needs to guarantee we only offer top-quality applicants that match your requirements.

    Furthermore, our strong on-island connections allow us insider’s knowledge of the Indonesian employment system to ensure there will be no issues between clients and candidates.

Client

  • We are highly confident in what we do and have a proven track record of filling most positions within a month from our strong, diverse talent pool. However, timing may vary depending on the sector, scope and responsibilities of the role.
  • Our fees are fixed and are success based. We work on a transparent fee structure according to the salary level and have a minimum fee. Please get in touch with us to discuss our fee structure in more detail according to the level of candidate you are searching for.
  • Employers will typically offer a three-month probationary period contract. Once the probationary period has been successfully achieved, the employer will share a year’s contract.
  • We offer a guarantee during the standard three months probationary period that if the candidate does not complete it, we will replace that candidate at no additional fee, one time only.
  • Yes, a thorough candidate summary report, background profile and references will be provided.
  • Employers offer a gross salary to employees, and when wages are paid, BPJS, employment tax % is deducted from the amount received.
  • BPJS is social security which, by labour law, all companies must provide to all employees. There are 2 types of BPJS.

    BPJS Ketenagakerjaan (Social Security Administering Body) is a public legal entity tasked with protecting all workers through 4 employment social security programs. 

    BPJS Kesehatan (Social Security Agency of Health) is a social security agency in Indonesia that provides universal health care to its citizens.

  • Employment tax applies to all employees in a company. The company will report the employment taxes monthly, and at the end of the year, the company must provide each employee with their tax receipt form to submit a personal tax return. 

    The taxes vary depending on salary. The range of personal income tax lies between 5%- 35%, calculated on the total annual salary per person. 

    For the tax calculation, the salary, bonus/commission, BPJS, marital status, and the number of dependents (for married +kids) are assessed for the final calculation. 

    Our in-house tax experts Bali Accounting can help with all your tax needs and concerns in Indonesia.

  • You must firstly set up a company called a (PMA) before being able to hire local staff.

    Our trusted partner, Legal Legends Indonesia, can help assist you with all the necessary legal arrangements.

  • The company should be a PT company with a minimum, medium size of capital or PMA. Once the company license is complete, the company can use the license to apply for expat staff.

    In order to employ expat staff, the company must hire a minimum of 10 local staff to one expat member of staff.  

    Our trusted partners at Legal Legends Indonesia can help assist you with all the set-up requirements.

  • For all Indonesian candidates, BPJS is mandatory, and employers can choose from two types. 

    It is up to the employer if they wish to extend additional benefits such as lunch allowance, petrol allowance, housing, expat health insurance or relocation package.

    Please note for all our expat candidates, your employer will sponsor a working visa.

  • Our trusted partner, Legal Legends Indonesia, is a highly professional and personal service to assist our clients in acquiring the necessary working visa for expat candidates. 

    Contact their English, French and Russian speaking staff members at:

    English:+62 812 3995 1929

    French:+33 6 40 30 60 69

    Russian: +62 821 6998 4908

Candidate

  • To learn more about what we do at High&Low Headhunters and our latest job vacancies, please click on the following link: https://highandlowagency.com/job-vacancies/ 

    You can also follow us on our social media accounts to be the first to know about our latest job opportunities.

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  • Yes, we offer exciting roles for both local and expat candidates. 

    Please take a look at our reviews on Google to see the feedback from satisfied High&Low candidates we have placed in exciting new career opportunities so far.

  • Upon receipt of your application, our team will review your profile and curriculum vitae and contact you directly if your application has been successful. For general enquiries, we will reply to your email within 24 hours. For more details and advice on employability skills and candidate search, please take a look at our blog page which covers interesting topics such as A 5-Step Guide To Getting A Job In Bali, How To Work In Bali, How To Leave A Job On Good Terms, and many more.
  • No. Candidates don’t pay a fee to High & Low. You can send us your CV or apply for any vacancies on our site without charge.