Global Employer of Record Services
We do EOR differently!
Agility EOR is a global Employer of Record, combining the latest technology and a team of experts to guide you through every step of your international expansion. We pride ourselves on our personal approach to EOR, enabling you to quickly and legally hire employees globally.
What is EOR?
EOR stands for Employer of Record. An EOR is contracted to enable a business to quickly and compliantly hire new employees globally, without the need to set up their own legal entity in a new country.
An EOR can act as a legal employer, onboard new employees, offer HR guidance, advise on employment law and provide payroll services.
An alternative to using an EOR is to use a PEO (professional employer organisation). PEO is unique in that it operates on a co-employment basis, meaning you and the PEO share the responsibility of being an employer. If you want to know more about the differences between engaging an EOR versus PEO check out our informative blog post on the subject.
Why use an EOR provider?
From business founders looking to expand overseas to HR professionals who need to understand employment laws as part of their international hiring process, or companies who want to retain existing employees with a change in circumstances, an EOR can provide the solution.
Engaging an Employer of Record negates the need for your own legal entity in a new country, simplifying your global expansion. An EOR enables you to quickly and easily hire employees globally, while complying with the relevant commercial, cultural and legislative requirements.
Benefits of EOR
EOR is the fastest, simplest and most secure way to hire new employees globally and explore new territories, whether or not you plan to establish your own legal entity in the long term.
Fast
Expedite your global expansion with EOR services. With extensive knowledge of global markets, an EOR can quickly and efficiently onboard your new employees.
Legal
With in-depth knowledge of legislative requirements, global payroll and employee benefits, an EOR ensures you are complying with local laws and regulations.
Cost-effective
Engaging an Employer of Record negates the need to establish your own legal entity in a new country and can be done on a small scale to allow you to test a new market.
What Makes Us Different
At Agility EOR, we never forget that our business is all about people. That’s why our Employer of Record solutions are tailored to your individual needs.
Our HR and payroll experts will support you every step of the way, ensuring every solution is tailored to your business. We’re proud of our unique approach to EOR services which blends personalized support from our team with custom-built tools and technology.
“We’re here to help our clients every step of the way, providing prompt and dependable service whenever they need it.”
Case Study
A UK-based medical software business recently approached us with an international employment challenge. They had six staff working in four separate countries. Despite having migrated, the majority of these personnel were originally hired in the United Kingdom and remained on the company’s payroll there. The organization required a solution that would safeguard both it and its staff.
We worked with the customer to dig into the specifics of their existing position and identify potential dangers. We reviewed the compliance issues that had accumulated over time, as well as the dangers associated with continuing as is. Our team rapidly designed a compliance strategy to convert all six employees to fully compliant employment solutions via Agility EOR.
FAQs
We’ve compiled a list of the questions we’re most commonly asked. From why you would use an EOR service, to how to end an employment contract, you’ll find all the answers here.
If you have further questions on EOR and how Agility EOR can support your requirements, check out our full page of frequently asked questions.
Employing workers in foreign nations via an Employer of Record is permitted by law in most countries, but not all.
However, not all EORs are created equal when it comes to compliance. Make sure the EOR you’re considering either has a local presence or works with reputable partners where required.
Find out more here.
International Employment Law is complex, varies from country to country, and the penalties for errors could inflict serious financial and reputational damage on your company. So (assuming you don’t have time to study for a master’s degree) an Employer of Record is the ideal way to ensure you’re 100% compliant in all the countries you employ people in.
Employer of Record services are unique, specialized and complex. It takes a significant amount of time to learn the rules and local employment norms, set up the necessary infrastructure, and identify trustworthy local partners. Multi-country payroll providers or generalist HR consultancies cannot match the expertise of a specialist Employer of Record.
The issue is complex, as there are multiple factors to consider and each international jurisdiction has its own rules. But tax authorities around the world are taking an increasingly hard line on the contractor model, especially if the contractor in question is working exclusively for your business, represents your organization or is being managed by someone in your team.
Get it wrong, and the penalties can be punitive both for your company and the contractor.
To find out more about this topic, click here.
A professional Employer of Record will assist the client in terminating the employment contract in a way that is respectful to both parties. This includes providing guidance on the legal requirements in the relevant jurisdiction and ensuring that the employee is treated fairly throughout the process.
Employees in most countries now have the right to a transparent and fair process before their employment is terminated, even if “fire at will” practices are still accepted in some countries.
That’s why it’s crucial for a business to have input from its Employer of Record and their local representatives before terminating someone’s employment. Many countries have employment tribunals, and if a business is found to have mis-handled the termination process they may be forced to pay punitive damages.
We’re here to drive your business forward
If you have any questions about our EOR services, or would like to discuss how Agility EOR can support your global expansion, please get in touch using our contact form.
You can also email us at hello@agilityeor.com or call us on +44 207 863 2969.
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