Here are our product releases for Week 2 of 2026, which includes February 2-6, 2026.

Automations

Compliance Workflows – WGEA Workplace Profile

Australian organisations can now generate, review, and export the mandatory WGEA Workplace Profile snapshot directly from Employment Hero, with support for bulk updates and compliance-aligned data structures. 

(Released: 3 February 2026, Admins, Owners, Reporting users in AU)

Custom Forms - Form Assignment Status

Form owners can now track assignment and completion status for custom forms, reducing manual follow-ups and improving compliance. 

(Released: 2 February 2026, Global Forms users)

HR Rostering & Timesheets

Worksite-Based Time Reporting for Managers

Non-admin managers can now access time reports for their assigned worksites, reducing admin overhead and enabling faster, self-serve operational insights. Reports are scoped to authorised worksites, ensuring privacy and data security. 

(Released: 4 February 2026, Worksite-based managers)

Mobile App

EH Work App v2.71.4

Employees can now submit timesheets without an assigned work site or position, and benefit from UI and navigation enhancements including a global header, sticky navigation, and improved dashboard layout. 

(Released: 2 February 2026, All users)

Payroll

Remember 2FA for Multiple Accounts on Payroll

The "Don’t ask me again for 24 hours" 2FA setting now persists across up to three saved accounts, making it easier for users managing multiple payroll accounts. 

(Phased rollout from 3 February 2026, Payroll Web Users)

Enhanced Login Experience on Payroll

Payroll web login now features tailored sign-in options, faster account switching, and visible password entry for a smoother and more secure experience. 

(Released: 4 February 2026, Payroll Web Users)

Create API Endpoints for Pay Condition Rule Sets

New API endpoints allow users to manage pay condition rule sets, including creating, updating, deleting, and cloning rule sets for streamlined payroll management. 

(Released: 3 February 2026, API consumers on Plus/Premium plans)

Platform Experience

Scalable Filters & Cascading Menu

A new, consistent filter design has been introduced across the platform, starting with high-traffic features, to improve usability and reduce visual clutter. 

(Released: 3 February 2026, HR Users)

Enhanced Layout & Navigation in EH Work

The EH Work app now features modernised layouts, sticky navigation, global search, and improved dashboard design for a more intuitive user experience. 

(Released: 2 February 2026, HR Users)

Recruitment

Enhanced Search and Filtering in the Recruitment Module

Recruiters can now shortlist candidates faster with new filtering and search options, including screening question answers, SmartMatch score, and free-text search across profiles. This upgrade streamlines high-volume hiring and ensures the right candidates are surfaced quickly. 

(Released: 4 February 2026, Recruiters)

Find Talent - Saved Candidates and Recent Searches

Recruiters can save candidates directly in Find Talent, view live profiles, invite to jobs, and access recent searches for a seamless experience. 

(Released: 5 February 2026, Employer SmartMatch users)

Operationalising the Recruitment AI Commercial Billing Model

Recruitment AI features are now available as a paid add-on, with flexible credit tiers and accurate usage tracking for features like Video Interview Agent and AI JD Suggestions. 

(Released: 2 February 2026, Customers on eligible subscription plans)