Employer of Record Finland

Think of it like this: Agility EOR becomes the legal employer of your employees, taking care of all the paperwork and compliance headaches.

Agility EOR

• We manage the onboarding process and ensure everything’s in order before your employee starts
• We make sure your employees are treated fairly and compliantly in their relevant territory
• We take care of all HR matters, and can answer any and all HR queries you may have e.g. maternity/paternity leave, holidays, sick pay, and more
• We provide compliant contracts, process local payroll, and file taxes
• We issue payslips and handle payments to the employee and authorities

Your Company

• You find and manage your employees’ daily tasks
• You support their development through their work
• You follow our guidance on employment laws and best practices
• You ensure payroll bills are paid to Agility EOR on time

Benefits of using an Employer of Record (EOR)

• Faster and easier hiring: No need to set up your own legal entity.
• Reduced risk and compliance burden: We handle the legal and administrative complexities.
• More time and resources: Focus on your core business while we manage your employees.

Employees working for a Finland Employer of Record receive legal protections and are provided with a standard employment contract. This includes benefits like maternity leave, paid time off, and sick pay, as well as potential tax advantages. It’s important to note that Finland’s public healthcare system extends coverage to all residents, not just employees.

Yes, as long as the worker is working for other companies, is able to decide how to do their own work, and can send another contractor in their absence.

In Finland, if a worker is exclusively committed to your company and follows your organization’s instructions, they must be categorized as an employee. Not doing so violates Finland’s employment regulations.

Misclassifying an employee in Finland can result in significant penalties, the accountability to settle unpaid vacation pay and social security contributions, the possible requirement to set up a local office, and even legal proceedings from the employee for violated employment rights.

The initial steps to establishing your business in Finland involve registering it with the Commercial Register and obtaining a trade license from the relevant authorities.

Establishing a local business in Finland is quite simple. But the real challenge begins after the initial setup, when you have to calculate and process payroll every month, file taxes, provide benefits, and comply with changing rules and regulations.

Also establishing a physical office for tax purposes, opening a Finland bank account (which often requires in-person presence), managing payroll software compliant with Finland regulations, and fulfilling tax filing obligations add complexities to the overall setup.

Hiring people in Finland means adhering to specific legal obligations. In simpler terms, HR compliance ensures your company strictly follows all employment and work practice regulations.

But why is it so important? Employers in Finland must fulfil specific obligations when hiring employees. HR compliance involves ensuring that your company’s policies and procedures adhere to all relevant laws and regulations concerning employment and work practices.

Adhering to local employment laws in Finland is crucial for the smooth operation of your business. These laws are designed to protect employees, secure their rights, and reduce your liability as an employer. Compliance entails following local labor laws, sick leave and illness benefits, annual leave, minimum wage, tax credits, and working hour regulations.

By teaming up with Agility EOR as your Employer of Record in Finland, you can rationalize your tax and social security responsibilities. We take care of all the necessary paperwork and payments related to your employees, guaranteeing full compliance and allowing you to concentrate on managing your business without any worries.

Agility EOR handles the complexities of Finland employment law and compliance, while your company is responsible for the day-to-day management and communication with your team. This involves addressing performance concerns, enforcing disciplinary measures as necessary, and fostering a positive work environment through clear communication.

Agility EOR handles the legal side of things in Finland, so you can focus on managing your team and their daily tasks.

In Finland, both employers and employees are responsible for contributing to various taxes, including income tax, social security contributions, VAT, and corporate tax. Employers withhold income tax from employee salaries and pay social security contributions on their behalf. Employees contribute to social security and may also pay church tax.

Employees working for a Finland Employer of Record receive legal protections and are provided with a standard employment contract. This includes benefits like maternity leave, paid time off, and sick pay, as well as potential tax advantages. It’s important to note that Finland’s public healthcare system extends coverage to all residents, not just employees.

Agility EOR takes care of your HR compliance headache:

Trusted Partners: We work closely with top employment lawyers and advisors in Finland to ensure that your employment contracts and essential paperwork comply with local legal standards

In-Depth Knowledge: Our expertise covers various topics in Finland employment law, such as payroll, social security, data privacy, notice periods, and regulations for remote work.

Swift Action: If any problems arise, our in-house team is ready to provide quick assistance and support.