If you're thinking of employing someone in your business for the first time, or looking to employ more people, you may want to consider employing a Defence reservist. Reservist's are part-time members of the Australian Defence Force who can bring your business additional support under the Reserve Employer Support Payment Scheme (ESP).

The ESP Scheme offers employers financial assistance to offset the costs of employment, as well as any possible losses associated with the absence of reservist employees while they are away on Defence service.

For more information on the ESP Scheme, visit the Defence Reserves Support website.