Unicorns Podcast: How Subi is taking the stress out of payroll

The Unicorns Podcast connects you to some of the best and brightest founders, CEOs, executives, business owners, innovators, entrepreneurs and inspiring leaders who make things happen and inspire others.

Host Justin Kelly – former broadcast journalist and PR veteran – chats with leaders from across Australia and internationally about business strategy, what it takes to build a successful company, how to overcome challenges and advice for those on a similar journey.

 

In this episode of The Unicorns Podcast, Justin interviews Max Moran, co-founder and CEO of Subi.

Wage-theft scandals involving some of Australia’s biggest companies have exposed the growing risks facing employers. With new laws now treating wage theft and underpayment as a criminal offence, businesses face fines of up to $8.25 million, and executives risk jail time if they don’t get payroll compliance right.

Recognising that manual checks were no longer enough, Moran built Subi – a fast-growing platform designed to help businesses navigate Australia’s complex award system and automate compliance.

Max shares the origin story behind Subi, the scale of the problem it solves, and why so many well-resourced companies still get it wrong. He explains how Subi is using technology to simplify complex award interpretations, reduce risk, and give business owners and HR teams peace of mind.

Whether you’re a founder, CFO, HR lead or payroll manager, this conversation offers practical insights into how to protect your business, safeguard your people and stay ahead of Fair Work compliance. It’s a timely discussion on one of the most pressing issues facing Australian workplaces today.