Deciding on the best approach for your European expansion is pivotal.
Situation
Local Entity Setup
Secondment
Employer of Record (EoR)
Initial & Ongoing Costs
High
Significant legal,
regulatory, and
operational costs.
High
Significant legal,
regulatory, and
operational costs.
Medium
Costs vary based on
assignment length and
agreements.
Medium
Costs vary based on
assignment length and
agreements.
Low
Costs are predictable.
EoR simplifies and absorbs
setup complexities.
Low
Costs are predictable.
EoR simplifies and absorbs
setup complexities.
Tax Implication
High
Corporate and payroll taxes
in host country, risk of
double taxation.
High
Corporate and payroll taxes
in host country, risk of
double taxation.
High
Employees face host country
taxes after 186 days, double
taxation agreements may apply.
High
Employees face host country
taxes after 186 days, double
taxation agreements may apply.
Low
EoR streamlines tax handling,
minimising employee,
tax concerns.
Low
EoR streamlines tax handling,
minimising employee,
tax concerns.
Operational Control
High
Complete
decision-making
authority.
High
Complete
decision-making
authority.
Medium
Governed by
secondment
terms.
Medium
Governed by
secondment
terms.
High
Client retains operational control
while EoR ensures compliance
with employment laws.
High
Client retains operational control
while EoR ensures compliance
with employment laws.
HR & Payroll
High
Requires local
expertise or
outsourcing.
High
Requires local
expertise or
outsourcing.
High
Coordination needed
between home and
host country laws.
High
Coordination needed
between home and
host country laws.
Low
Fully managed by EoR
with compliance
assurance.
Low
Fully managed by EoR
with compliance
assurance.
Compliance Risk
High
Direct responsibility
for legal and
regulatory compliance.
High
Direct responsibility
for legal and
regulatory compliance.
High
Risks in both
home and host
countries.
High
Risks in both
home and host
countries.
Low
EoR mitigates
legal and compliance
risks.
Low
EoR mitigates
legal and compliance
risks.
Flexibility
Low
Exiting the market
can be costly and
complex.
Low
Exiting the market
can be costly and
complex.
Medium
Dependent on secondment
duration and
conditions.
Medium
Dependent on secondment
duration and
conditions.
High
Easy market
entry and exit
facilitated by EoR.
High
Easy market
entry and exit
facilitated by EoR.
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Quick Guides to Employment Across Europe!
Quick Guides to Employment Across Europe!
Custom EoR Solutions vs. Generic EoR Offerings
SERVICES
Key Elements
- Targeted Analysis
- Strategic Solution
- Tailored Legal Compliance
- Flexible Contracts
- Dedicated Support
- Custom Payroll Solutions
- Streamlined Onboarding
- Direct Local HR Access
- Flexible Employment Solutions
- Responsive Daily Support
- Expert HR & Legal Guidance
EOM
EoR Personalised Solution
- Custom insights for your employment challenges
- Designed for your unique scenarios
- Tailored for your legal landscape
- Crafted for your specific needs
- Direct, specialised consultation
- Built for your specific needs
- Smooth, efficient integration
- Immediate, local HR access
- Adapted to your requirements
- 24-hour support guarantee
- Access to top HR and legal professionals
OTHERS
EoR Generic Solution
- Generic evaluations
- Common solutions
- Wide-ranging suggestions
- Standardised contracts
- Basic assistance
- One-size-fits-all approaches
- Standard methods
- Basic help center
- Standard work contracts
- Often exceeds 48 hours
- Standard in-house help
Exceed Expectations with EOM: Your Partner for Superior European Growth Solutions
Exceed Expectations with EOM: Your Partner for Superior European Growth Solutions
Custom EoR Solutions vs. Generic EoR Offerings
Exceed Expectations with EOM: Your Partner for Superior European Growth Solutions
Exceed Expectations with EOM: Your Partner for Superior European Growth Solutions
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Two Scenarios Where Our Customized Solutions Made the Difference
Facilitating Remote Team Integration Across Europe
- Situation: A software development company based in Sweden adopted a remote-first approach and hired talent across Europe to build a diverse and skilled team.
- Challenge: Managing a remote team scattered across various European countries presented challenges in ensuring consistent HR practices, legal compliance, and fostering a unified company culture.
- Our Solution: Our EoR solution enabled the company to manage their remote workforce efficiently under a single framework. We ensured compliance with each country's employment laws, streamlined payroll and benefits, and supported the development of a cohesive remote work culture.
- Advantages: Compared to managing multiple contracts and legal requirements independently, our EoR services provided the company with a hassle-free solution to remote team management. This allowed them to leverage the benefits of a diverse European team while maintaining operational efficiency and a strong, integrated company culture.
Seamless Expansion from Italy to the Netherlands
- Situation: An Italian gourmet food distributor aimed to extend its market reach by opening a branch in the Netherlands to cater to the growing demand for authentic Italian cuisine.
- Challenge: The company was unfamiliar with Dutch employment laws and had difficulty hiring local staff to manage operations and sales.
- Our Solution: The company quickly hired local talent in the Netherlands by using our EoR services. We managed all employment responsibilities, from compliance with Dutch labour laws to payroll and benefits administration.
- Advantages: By partnering with us, the company bypassed the complexities of establishing a legal entity in the Netherlands and expedited their market entry. This approach not only saved significant time and resources but also allowed the company to focus on scaling their business and strengthening their brand presence in a new market.
Client: Major International Insurance Company
- Challenge: A European national working abroad sought to return to their home country to benefit from impatriates advantages and needed to go on assignment in a non-European country, which presented a unique logistical challenge.
- Limitation of Standard Solutions: Standardized EoR solutions could not meet this specific requirement.
- EOM's Custom Solution: Developed a customised solution to accommodate the unique needs of the client and their impatriate employee. Successfully navigated the complexities of impatriate employment regulations across borders.
- Outcome: EOM provided a bespoke solution where standard options fell short. Facilitated the employee's smooth transition back to their home country for the impatriate benefits, while also managing their assignment in a non-European country, ensuring compliance and employee satisfaction.
Client: Leading Aerospace Company with International Operations
- Challenge: An employee, officially on the payroll of a competitor abroad, faced issues with backdated tax, social security, and in-kind benefits calculations. The complexity was due to the employee receiving a national salary but in-kind benefits directly from the client overseas.
- Limitation of Standard Solutions: The competitor's standard payroll system was inadequate for reconciling the intricate backdated calculations needed due to the international aspect.
- EOM's Intervention: EOM intervened to tackle the unique challenge of accurately backdating and reconciling financial obligations and benefits across borders. Developed a bespoke solution that rectified the backdated discrepancies to the satisfaction of both the client and the consultant. Formulated a comprehensive solution for the current year to ensure smooth financial and benefits management going forward.
- Outcome: EOM's custom approach successfully resolved the backdated financial issues, ensuring compliance and satisfaction for the international client and the consultant. Implemented a proactive solution for the ongoing year, streamlining the international compensation and benefits arrangement, and setting a precedent for handling similar cases in the future.
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