Employer of Record Greece

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 Greece Employer of Record are entitled to legal protections and a conventional employment contract. This comprises statutory benefits such as maternity leave, yearly leave, and sick pay, as well as any applicable tax credits. It’s vital to highlight that the Greek public healthcare system covers all residents, not only employees.

Yes, as long as the worker works for other companies, is permitted to choose how to accomplish their own task, and can delegate to another contractor in their absence.

In Greece, a worker who is fully dedicated to your firm and whose duties and tasks are determined by your organization is considered as an employee. Failure to do so is a violation of Greek employment law.

Misclassifying an employee in Greece can result in significant fines, the necessity to pay outstanding holiday pay and social security contributions, the possibility of establishing a local presence, and even legal action from the employee for breach of employment rights.

The first steps in starting your business in Greece are to register it with the Commercial Register and secure a trading license from the appropriate authorities.

While the initial registration process appears straightforward, establishing a physical office for tax purposes, opening a Greece bank account (which frequently requires in-person presence), managing payroll software that complies with Greece regulations, and meeting tax filing obligations complicate the overall setup.

Hiring personnel in Greece entails conforming to certain legal requirements. Simply put, HR compliance assures that your organization properly adheres to all employment and work practice rules.

But why is this so important? HR compliance in Greece extends beyond mere requirements to protect both your employees and your business. Following employment standards ensures equitable treatment for your employees, including sick leave, yearly leave, the minimum wage, and suitable working hours. This not only promotes a healthy work environment, but it also reduces the danger of financial penalties, legal ramifications, and even litigation resulting from noncompliance.

Working with Agility EOR as your Employer of Record in Greece streamlines your tax and social security requirements. We handle all employee-related filings and contributions, ensuring full compliance, so you can focus on running your business with confidence.

While Agility EOR handles the complexities of Greek employment law and compliance, your company is still responsible for day-to-day management and communication with your team, which includes addressing performance issues, taking disciplinary actions as needed, and fostering a positive work environment through open communication.

Agility EOR manages the legal aspects of things in Greece, allowing you to focus on managing your team and their everyday work.

While employers are responsible for withholding income tax from employee salaries and remitting it to the tax authorities, both employers and employees contribute to the Social Security system, with employees paying income tax on their earnings and employers contributing on their behalf.

Employees working for a Greece Employer of Record are entitled to legal protections and a conventional employment contract. This comprises statutory benefits such as maternity leave, yearly leave, and sick pay, as well as any applicable tax credits. It’s vital to highlight that the Greek public healthcare system covers all residents, not only employees.

Agility EOR handles the administrative burden of HR compliance for you:

• Agility EOR works with top Greece employment lawyers and experts. This ensures that your employment contracts and other important paperwork fully follow all local legal standards.
• We have a thorough understanding of all elements of Greek employment law, including payroll, social security, data protection, notice periods, and remote work rules.
• If an issue arises, our internal team is immediately there to support and assist.