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Employer of Record in Germany: A complete guide (2026)

A practical guide to using an Employer of Record in Germany, covering how it works under German law, what it costs, and what to consider before committing.

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Payroll in Germany: A guide for foreign employers (2026)

A practical guide to running payroll in Germany as a foreign employer, covering social security contributions, tax, and compliant options for companies without an entity.

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9 Best Employer of Records in Germany (2026)

A practical comparison of EOR providers in Germany, covering compliance, pricing, long-term employment options, and the questions you should ask before committing.

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Maternity and paternity leave in India vs Philippines: What EOR employers need to know

A detailed comparison of maternity and paternity leave entitlements in India and the Philippines, covering pay rates, and what EOR employers need to get right.

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Maternity and paternity leave in the UK vs Netherlands: What EOR employers must know

A detailed comparison of maternity and paternity leave entitlements in the UK and Netherlands.

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11 Best Employer of Records in the UK (2026)

A practical comparison of 11 Employer of Record providers for UK hiring, covering pricing, compliance approach, and support models.

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Employer of Record in the UK: A complete guide

An Employer of Record in the UK employs workers on your behalf through a registered UK entity, handling PAYE, National Insurance, pension auto-enrolment and contracts.

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How to align legal, HR, and finance teams on global employment

Alignment across all Legal, HR, and Finance turns compliance from a bottleneck into a competitive advantage.

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Employer of Record, demystified

Everything you need to know about Employer of Record, how it works in practice, and how it is used to support global employment across countries.

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Regulatory roundup Q1 2026: Key updates for global employers

The new year has brought a wave of employment law changes across the globe. Here's what HR teams managing international employees need to know right now.

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Legislative updates 2026: A guide for HR and Payroll teams

A practical summary of employment law and tax changes across 28 countries, and what to do now to stay compliant in 2026.

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Irish pension auto-enrolment: A complete guide for employers

Ireland's new mandatory pension scheme is live. Here's what it means for your business, your payroll, and your people.

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US vs Europe: How 2025 employment costs and net pay compare

See a comparison of employment costs and net pay in 10 US and European cities, revealing how salaries, taxes, and living costs affect hiring costs.

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What it costs to employ across Europe in 2025

See data from 36 countries and 5 US cities to help you compare employer costs and make informed decisions for 2025.

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How the big 5 European economies compare on 2025 employment costs

We analysed €60k salaries across 5 EU countries, revealing a €28,660 gap in employer costs. See which country offers the best value.

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How much it costs to hire a software developer in Europe in 2025

Hiring a software developer in Europe? Our 2025 country analysis shows the differences in hiring costs for the same skill level.

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2025 hiring costs in Europe’s top remote-work destinations

Discover what it costs to hire someone on a €60,000 gross salary in 10 European countries that have become digital nomad magnets.

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Understanding employment costs across Europe in 2025

A detailed comparison of true employment costs across 36 European countries to support smarter hiring and compensation decisions for 2025.

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Legislative updates 2025: A guide for HR and Payroll teams

A clear overview of the most important employment and tax law changes across 20+ countries for 2025.

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6 payroll challenges companies face when expanding globally and how EORs solve them

Explore the 6 key challenges Payroll teams face when taking on global payroll and how EORs provide solutions to overcome them.

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The true costs of choosing the wrong Employer of Record

The wrong EOR can hurt your expansion goals, hitting your business with hidden costs, compliance risks, and reputational damage.

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Finding the perfect fit: How to choose the right EOR partner

With so many options available, how do you choose the right EOR for your needs? Here are five key factors to keep in mind.

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How EORs work: A deep dive into the technicals

What exactly is an EOR, how does it work on a technical level, and how does it differ between countries?

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Understanding the cost of employment across Europe

Dee Coakley shares the data and insights you need to understand true employer costs and make informed hiring decisions.

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Decoding employment costs and net pay across Europe

A clear breakdown of true employment costs across 32 European countries to help you plan where and how to scale your team.

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Mastering global payroll partnerships and vendor selection

Mary Holland shares practical guidance on choosing vendors and building effective long term partnerships.

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Legislative updates 2024: A guide for HR and Payroll teams

A clear summary of the most important employment and tax law changes across 23 countries for 2024.

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How to avoid hidden EOR fees

Several signs show if an EOR is reliable, and pricing transparency is one of the strongest indicators.

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Global payroll management made simple

A practical guide to setting up and managing accurate, compliant and scalable global payroll operations across multiple countries.

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When and how to outsource payroll

There are many reasons to outsource payroll, but before choosing the best fit, you need to understand the options available.

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The blueprint to choosing the right Employer of Record

Evaluate providers with clarity and choose a partner that aligns with your organisation’s needs.

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The problem with Employers of Record: Common issues and how to spot red flags

Global employment brings many choices. We help you pick the right model in each country, with compliance and risk in mind.

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Making payroll painless: A Boundless guide to global payroll management

A guide to global payroll: setup basics, management methods, how partners work, and tips to avoid common issues.

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Fairness and equity in remote compensation

Discover how leading organisations design fair, competitive and globally consistent compensation for remote teams.

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Your 10-step guide to remote compliance

Global remote teams face major HR compliance hurdles. This guide shows how to meet them and become a people-first employer.

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A head of finance’s experience with distributed employment

I was once tasked with finding a way to employ and pay an overseas team, and here is what I learned.

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A guide to benefit in kind tax around the world: Global compliance essentials

Learn how benefits in kind tax works around the world, when employees are exempted from it, and how companies can offset it.

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An 8-step international payroll setup guide: DIY global payroll for remote teams

Paying international staff starts with local employer setup. This post outlines an 8-step DIY global payroll guide.

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5 areas of international payroll you need to understand to pay remote workers compliantly

Payroll handles pay, taxes, and benefits. Here is what you need to understand about international payroll.

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How to pay distributed employees: A complete guide to international payroll and compliance

Every company has a remote-work story. Here’s how my last company became distributed organically, not by design.

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Why we started Boundless: Making global employment accessible to companies of all sizes

Hello! We're Boundless! We make global employment simple, fast, and affordable, so you can hire anyone, anywhere.