Australian
Resident
Directors
How it works

From first conversation to appointment.

How international groups appoint an Australian resident director with us, step by step.

  1. 01

    Initial conversation

    We discuss your group, your plans for Australia and your timetable.

  2. 02

    Proposal

    We confirm the scope of the role and provide a fee quote.

  3. 03

    Checks and engagement

    We complete identity document checks on the company and its owners under Australia's anti-money laundering laws, and sign an engagement letter. We agree the indemnity and insurance arrangements that suit the company's stage.

  4. 04

    Appointment

    We give our consent to act and are appointed as director. If the company is new, the appointment is made as part of registration with ASIC. Every director needs a Director ID before they are appointed, including overseas directors, so we discuss the timing with you as part of planning your set-up. Reservoir Legal explains the process for overseas directors in Director IDs for overseas directors.

  5. 05

    Ongoing support

    We review and sign board documents promptly, keep oversight of Australian compliance and stay in regular contact with your team.

  6. 06

    Changes or exit

    If your plans change, we manage an orderly resignation and handover, giving you time to appoint a replacement.