What is Employer of Record (EOR)?
A company that legally employs workers on behalf of another company, handling payroll and compliance.
Understanding Employer of Record (EOR)
An Employer of Record (EOR) is a third-party organization that serves as the legal employer for workers in countries where their actual employer doesn't have an entity. The EOR handles payroll, taxes, benefits, and compliance with local labor laws.
For remote workers, this means you can be legally employed (not just a contractor) by a company even if they have no presence in your country. Companies like Deel, Remote, and Oyster provide EOR services.
Key Takeaways
- 1Enables legal employment across borders
- 2Handles local compliance and taxes
- 3You get employee benefits and protections
- 4Common for international remote hiring
Interview Questions
When a job mentions employer of record (eor), ask these to clarify:
- 1“Which EOR provider do you use?”
- 2“What benefits are included through the EOR arrangement?”
- 3“How does time-off work through an EOR?”
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