HR Glossary

What is Long Service Leave (Australia)?

A paid leave entitlement granted to Australian employees after a lengthy period of continuous service with one employer, typically 7 to 10 years depending on the state or territory, providing extended time off as recognition of long-term loyalty.

Why it matters in hiring

Long Service Leave (Australia) comes up whenever teams compare candidates, set policy or report on people data. Getting the definition right keeps decisions consistent, which is the same reason springhire scores every applicant against the same criteria rather than on impression.

Related terms starting with L

• Leave Encashment
• Leave Encashment
• Leave Carryover
• Leave Accrual
• Long-Term Assignment
• Localization
• LMIA - Labour Market Impact Assessment (Canada)
• Labour Card (UAE)

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