Factsheets
We have created the factsheets on this page as a ready-reference for various aspects of super for you.
Formatted for easy printing, our factsheets provide you with overviews and details about key super topics.
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Nominating your beneficiariesYou can choose who will get your super and insurance payments if you die, however your choice may not be legally binding. Find out about the restrictions and process for this important decision. Government Co-contribution schemeTo help you save for your retirement, the Government is willing to give eligible members a super boost of up to $1,000! Learn more about co-contributions. Lost superIt's easy to find out where all your old super amounts are currently and consolidate them. Read about this important step in taking control of your super. Member Online ServicesMember Online Services allows you to view and update your personal super account details as well as transact with us online. This quick guide shows you how to complete key tasks. Salary sacrificeSalary Sacrificing into your super fund can be a great way to get ahead. Read about the possible benefits and other things you need to consider. Government Flood LevyThe flood levy was introduced by the Australian Government to assist communities affected by recent natural disasters and to help rebuild essential infrastructure. It will only apply from 1 July 2011 to 30 June 2012 and there are certain payments you may receive from superannuation funds that are considered taxable income for the purposes of the flood levy. UK Pension transfersRecruitmentSuper is a Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Scheme (QROPS). This means no UK tax will apply if you transfer your UK pension(s) into your RecruitmentSuper account, provided certain conditions are met. Depending on your circumstances, some tax may be payable when the money is recevied into RecruitmentSuper. UK payments tax may apply if the funds are subsequently withdrawn. Document certification and statuatory declarationsA list of people authorised to certify documents, e.g. proof of identification. Contributions limitsMaking additional contributions is a great way to boost your super. However, limits do apply when making contributions that you should be aware of. How to claim your super - for departing temporary residentsIf you were working in Australia as a temporary resident, you may be eligible to claim your super money once you have left Australia. This is called a Departing Australia Superannuation Payment (DASP). |
Choice of super fundMost of us have a right to choose our super fund. Read about the responsibilities for employers under the current super choice system. Contractors and superannuationSome contractors are defined as employees under Superannuation Guarantee (SG) legislation and are entitled to receive super contributions. Employer Online ServicesEmployer Online Services allows you to view and update employees and account details as well as transact with us online. This quick guide shows you how to complete key tasks. Ordinary time earningsOrdinary time earnings (OTE) is the base amount that employers must use to calculate all Superannuation Guarantee (SG) contributions. Find out what is included. |
About the Fund
RecruitmentSuper is Australia’s leading industry fund for the recruitment and employment services sector, a range of membership options will help you get the solution you need. Experience the benefits of great value, low–fees and personalised support. With our simple, straight-forward solutions, we’re proud to be known as specialists in the recruitment industry.
We offer three membership categories to make sure you get the best solution for your needs. Choose from our EasyChoice, SelectSuper and SelectPlus RecruitmentSuper products, and enjoy the convenience of flexibility, options and services tailored to suit you.
Chances are, you’ve probably changed jobs, states, and careers a few times, collecting little pockets of super all over the place. Make sure you don’t miss out on your lost or unclaimed super. We can help you to consolidate super accumulated from different jobs over the years, so you don’t lose valuable funds. Read more
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RecruitmentSuper is a division of Professional Associations Super, an industry fund with over 445,000 members across Australia and over $1.5 billion of funds under management. Professional Associations Super divisions include SMARTpension, Australian Enterprise Super, and Accountants Super
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This information is of a general nature only and does not take into account your personal objectives, situation or needs. Before making a decision about RecruitmentSuper, you should consider your own requirements and the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. Contact us for a copy.