Cochlear
ASX:COHHearing implant manufacturer. Global leader in cochlear implants. 400+ shared services staff in Malaysia.
Estimated % of Workforce
N/A
Destination Countries
Financial Context
Market Cap
$20.0B
Revenue
$2.3B
Net Profit
$389M
Estimated Wage Differential
~$34M/yr
Illustrative wage differential: if the 400+ reported offshore roles were instead employed in Australia at average local rates, the additional cost could be in the order of ~$34M/yr (~8.7% of reported net profit). This is an estimate based on industry averages, not company-specific data.
Would this company be profitable without offshoring?
Every dollar paid offshore leaves the Australian economy — reducing local wages, tax receipts, and economic circulation. Why it matters
Financial data: FY2025. Estimate uses avg AU employment cost of $110,000+/yr (incl. super and on-costs) vs offshore $25,000/yr (salary + on-costs). Actual figures vary by role, seniority, and location.
In Plain English
- In 2022, Cochlear was reported to have 400+ offshore contractors and staff.
- 🇲🇾 400+ staff reported in Malaysia in Other.
Based on data from public sources at the dates reported. Figures may not reflect current headcount. See sources below for full attribution.
Department Breakdown
| Department | Country | Headcount | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | 400 | Estimated |
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