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Case study - Mercer

Hear Renee Whiteside of Mercer connect the company's Wollongong location with its ability to nurture a workforce that is energetic and willing to go the extra mile.

Are you looking for the ideal base to grow your business?

Does the ongoing impact of COVID-19 have you re-assessing the way your business works? The modern office is changing, business models are adapting, and the door is open to new opportunities.

Whether you’re looking to set-up a new corporate headquarters, a shared service centre, or a new base for flexible work practices – Wollongong is ready.

Meet Renee Whiteside

People and Culture Leader at Mercer Wollongong

Mercer is a global financial services organisation with over 500 employees on the Wollongong site that support the administration of its clients. Work-life balance has been a huge benefit to her, the staff at Mercer, and the business.

We don’t have much difficulty in attracting candidates, 80% of new employees are sourced locally.

Learn more about Mercer in Wollongong and Renee’s experience of studying, working and raising a family in our Q&A with Renee Whiteside.

Why Wollongong?

Wollongong’s professional sector continues to grow. A combination of locally grown businesses and large national and international corporate brands, it’s the perfect base for professional services businesses of all sizes. Choose Wollongong and you can:

  • Find the right talent – Gain access to both high calibre graduates from the University of Wollongong and highly skilled knowledge workers, including a large talent pool of 23,000 daily commuters to Greater Sydney.
  • Reduce operating costs – With savings of up to 33%, Wollongong can be a cost-effective alternative to a capital city CBD location.
  • Join leading commercial brands – NEC, Cardno, and Peoplecare are just a few of the many large commercial brands based in Wollongong.
  • Lower commercial rents – Take advantage of affordable office leasing rates across A-grade commercial properties.

Are you ready to take the next step?

If you think Wollongong might be the right location for your business, the team at Invest Wollongong is here to support you. Here are some of the ways we can help:

  • Connect you with key decision-makers and potential business or supply partners.
  • Provide you with information and statistics for your business case to move to Wollongong.
  • Organise personalised tours to key areas of interest.

Let’s start a conversation

If you’re ready to explore the benefits of being based in Wollongong, fill out your details below. An Invest Wollongong team member will be in touch with you soon.

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