What is an Employer of Record?
An EOR is a third-party service provider that becomes the legal employer for a company's workforce. The EOR handles employment-related tasks such as payroll, taxes, benefits, and compliance with local labour laws, while the original company retains control over the day-to-day management and operations of the employees. All EORs we use go through a rigorous vetting process, not only for KYC and compliance but also to ensure your employees will be in good hands from the day they onboard to the day they offboard.
Borderless EOR+ Features & Benefits
The Borderless EORs offer a fully compliant and insured payroll and employment service, full of features and services that can be tailor-made to suit your business needs and enable you to focus on business as we oversee the smooth running and compliance of the process.
EORs streamline administrative processes and other time-consuming tasks, ensuring precise documentation and value for employers. EORs ensure that employees receive consistent benefits, on-time payments, and clear employment terms, contributing to employee satisfaction and reducing turnover.
Through this unique interconnection of entities, our economies of scale, tech, optimization, and productivity solutions increase your value as your costs reduce.
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Full Payroll Management
All our payroll management features are tailored to your needs and location. Our EORs manage payroll processing, tax withholdings, and statutory benefits, ensuring they comply with all laws. This relieves companies of the administrative burden of managing complex payrolls.
HR Management
Professional help with all your HR needs that you request from us. The EOR helps with employee contracts, benefits administration, and other HR tasks like onboarding or offboarding, leaving the company to focus on its core business operations.
Local Legal Services
Local expertise with all regulations, contracts and employment law. An EOR minimizes the legal and financial risks of non-compliance, misclassification of workers, or improper employee termination. They help with any legal disputes related to employment.
Fully Compliant Systems
Our EORs ensure full compliance with local employment laws, tax regulations, and labour standards. We need you to focus on your business without the burden of worry compliance brings.
Internal Audits
Internal payroll audits from the Borderless management team are conducted every month, with full reporting provided. We police every aspect of the operation to give you peace of mind.
External Audits
External legal and financial audits by reputable third parties are carried out regularly, as an extra level of compliance and to ensure everything meets our high standards
Employee Perks
Employees housed in the Borderless EOR will have total access to Borderless Perks, an employee benefits system that offers a wide range of services and products at discounted rates.
Advance on Wages
Employees can access advances on wages earned through our APS. This is not a payday loan system, but an advance on wages earned, giving your team a solution if they need money for an unexpected situation.
Dedicated Support
A dedicated account manager and support team for your business. Our team will always be on call to quickly find solutions for any questions you or your employees have.
Is an EOR suitable for my business?
There are many reasons why a company might choose to use our EOR+ solution. An EOR enables efficient expansion, reduces time and costs, ensures full compliance with local taxes and regulations, and helps overcome administrative and HR challenges.
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Employers can transfer their staff to an EOR during a merger, takeover, or expansion into new locations and for other cost-saving reasons. Businesses in the UK and beyond use these services to manage contractors, freelancers, and temporary and permanent employees, enhancing efficiency and providing their teams with additional benefits and features.
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We encourage you to explore the benefits of our EOR+ solution. If you decide to implement it after doing thorough due diligence, we will guide you through every step, helping you reduce your potential costs and streamline your operations.
Compliance is our strength
Fully compliant processes with multiple internal and external audits
Nowadays, businesses have to spend extra manpower and costs to ensure they are fully compliant with constantly changing employment and tax laws. Rogue operators and employee outsourcing structures can land companies in trouble. For these reasons, we conduct extensive KYC on your company, and you must also do the same on all businesses you choose to work with.
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We have triple-guarded our operations with internal and external audits, and as a regulated entity, we are used to being compliant with our payment services.
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Feel free to contact us and ask for whatever information you need. We want you to be comfortable doing business with us or our network of EORs and associated companies that we work with.
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Onboarding your employees
Our processes are simple and efficient, and we can get you up and running quickly. Our onboarding is fully compliant with all local regulations.
Are you looking for contractors or temporary workers?
Let us introduce you to numerous recruitment and temporary workers agencies we know. If we can help people find work and support companies that need talent, then everyone wins!
Questions and Answers
Q: Is an EOR for all types of employees?
Yes, an Employer of Record (EOR) can typically be used for all types of employees, including both temporary and permanent staff. An EOR acts as the official employer for legal and administrative purposes, while the client company manages the day-to-day activities of the employees.
Q: What is TUPE?
TUPE stands for Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment). It is a UK law designed to protect employees' rights when a business or service they work for is transferred to a new employer. TUPE ensures that employees who are affected by the transfer are moved to the new employer with their existing employment terms and conditions intact. Key points about TUPE: Preserves Employment Terms: Employees transfer with the same contract terms, including pay, holidays, and other benefits. Automatic Transfer: The new employer automatically inherits the employees and is responsible for their rights under the same terms as the previous employer. Protection Against Dismissal: Under TUPE, dismissals that are solely related to the transfer are considered automatically unfair unless there's a valid economic, technical, or organisational (ETO) reason that requires changes to the workforce. Consultation Obligations: Both the outgoing employer (transferor) and incoming employer (transferee) must inform and consult employees or their representatives (such as a trade union) about the transfer. Applies to Business Sales & Service Provision Changes: TUPE applies when a business or part of it is sold, and also in cases of service provision changes, such as when a company outsources or insources services, or changes service providers. For businesses undergoing transitions, understanding TUPE is crucial for avoiding legal risks and ensuring smooth employee transfers.
Q: Are there any changes to the rights or benefits of any existing team members in an EOR?
No. In the UK, staff are transferred to the Employer of Record under TUPE. All contractual benefits and rights remain the same. You must follow all compliance when doing this transfer, which our HR specialists can assist you with. All details of pay, taxes and pensions will be explained to you in detail, when you contact us, and we evaluate your needs. Global EOR facilities give staff the rights they have by their contract.
Q: What locations do we cover?
We have built a worldwide network to accommodate our EOR facility. Speak with us directly so we can evaluate your employee requirements and see if we have a suitable solution for you. If we cannot, for any circumstance, help you, we can direct you to others we can recommend.
Q: What does an EOR service cost us?
The costs associated with Borderless EOR+ are dependent on several factors. We offer a free evaluation of your employment and payroll needs. Please get in contact with us so we can analyse your requirements and suggest a cost-effective and robust solution.
Q: Is an EOR legal, as I have not heard of this type of service?
Yes, using an Employer of Record (EOR) is legal in the UK and widely used by companies, particularly those looking to expand into new regions without setting up a legal entity, or for simplifying employment compliance and administration while reducing their costs and streamlining their business. Legality of EORs in the UK: An EOR is a legitimate solution for employing staff while ensuring compliance with local employment laws. It is designed to manage the legal and administrative responsibilities of employment, such as payroll, tax deductions, and benefits, while the client company manages the day-to-day tasks of the employees. In the UK, there are specific laws around employment, tax, and worker rights, and an EOR helps businesses comply with these by acting as the legal employer on behalf of the client company. This includes: Payroll management: Ensuring correct tax withholdings (PAYE), National Insurance contributions, and pension schemes. Employee rights: Ensuring compliance with UK labour laws, including minimum wage, working hours, and holiday entitlements. Contract and legal obligations: Drafting compliant employment contracts, including those related to permanent, temporary, or contract roles. Why Companies in the UK Use EORs: Outsourcing Administrative Burden: EORs take care of HR functions, payroll processing, and employee benefits, allowing companies to focus on business operations and growth. International Expansion: UK companies use EOR services when hiring employees abroad without needing to establish a foreign subsidiary, ensuring compliance with local labour laws. Cost-Effective: Setting up a legal entity can be expensive and complex. Using an EOR provides a cost-efficient alternative, particularly for companies looking to hire remote workers or temporary staff in different countries or regions. Simplifying Compliance: For businesses that want to avoid navigating the complexities of tax laws, labour regulations, and payroll in multiple regions, an EOR handles all legal and regulatory requirements, reducing risks and saving time. The use of an EOR in the UK is not only legal, but a strategic option for businesses of all sizes seeking efficient and compliant workforce management. Please book an appointment with us to evaluate your business needs, show you our solutions and give you the information to make an informed choice on the suitability of using an EOR for your employees.