Hiring Managers
UK payroll: A guide for foreign employers
A practical guide to running UK payroll as a foreign employer, covering PAYE, National Insurance, pension auto-enrolment, and when to use an Employer of Record.
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.
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.
Ireland payroll: A guide for foreign employers
A practical comparison of the leading EOR providers for companies hiring in Ireland, covering pricing, compliance approach, support models, and what to look for.
11 Best Employer of Records in Ireland (2026)
A practical comparison of the leading EOR providers for companies hiring in Ireland, covering pricing, compliance approach, support models, and what to look for.
Employer of Record in Ireland: A complete guide
Everything you need to know about using an Employer of Record to hire in Ireland, from payroll and tax obligations to choosing the right provider.
When should you hire an employee instead of an independent contractor?
The decision to hire an employee or an independent contractor affects compliance, cost, IP, and risk. Here's how to make the right call.
When should you use an EOR? 6 scenarios where it makes sense
EOR solves more problems than most companies realise. Here are the six situations where it's the right call.
Why startups should consider an EOR for global expansion
Entity setup is built for companies with time and money to spare. Most startups have neither, which is exactly why the EOR model exists.
Recruitment challenges 2026: why skills gaps are pushing companies to hire globally
The skills gap is not a talent problem. It is a reach problem, and the companies solving it in 2026 are hiring globally.
High-touch vs low-touch EOR: what the difference actually means for your business
Understanding the difference between high-touch and low-touch Employer of Record providers helps you choose the right fit before you sign.
Employer of Record vs. contractor management: which one is suitable for your company?
Everything you need to know about Employer of Record vs. contractor management, including how the two models differ and which one is right for your business.
Agent of Record vs Employer of Record: What they do, how they differ, and which one you need
Agent of Record and Employer of Record solve different problems for different worker types. This guide helps you understand both options.
Going global without entities: Leadership introduction to Employer of Record
Understand when EOR is the right model, when it isn't, and how to avoid the pitfalls that jeopardise your success in global employment.
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.
Global hiring without guesswork: HR introduction to Employer of Record
Understand what an Employer of Record is (and isn’t), and what “done right” looks like for HR and People Ops in real life.
What is the EU AI Act? Employer compliance guide for hiring and HR
The EU AI Act is reshaping how companies build and use artificial intelligence. Discover the four risk levels, compliance timelines, and how you can prepare.
8 things HR leaders must know before expanding into a new country
See the eight critical things HR leaders must get right before expanding into a new country.
5 HR challenges that derail international expansion and how to overcome them
In this blog, we break down the 5 biggest HR challenges companies face when going global and share practical ways to get them right.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Boundless earns new badges in G2’s Spring 2025 reports
Boundless has been recognised as a leader in multiple categories in G2's Spring 2025 Reports.
Hiring in Spain? Why Employer of Record (EOR) services could be putting you at risk
Learn the legal pitfalls of EORs in Spain, the risks of non-compliance, and discover compliant alternatives with our expert recap.
How Comnexa switched EORs in 5 days and scaled by 800%
Comnexa switched EOR partners to unlock global growth, simplify compliance, and boost employee satisfaction.
9 EOR myths debunked: What you need to know before hiring globally
EORs are changing global hiring, but fast growth has created misconceptions about how they work and the value they offer.
Guide to employee offboarding: 7 steps to a smooth transition
A complete run-through of employee offboarding best practices, covering seven key steps for a consistent, professional process.
Remote-first: Unlocking a more inclusive workplace
Remote-first work unlocks a global talent pool. This blog explores how the model can boost inclusivity across your company.
5 global hiring mistakes and how to avoid them
Thinking of hiring internationally? Learn about the 5 most common global hiring mistakes companies make and how to avoid them.
EOR vs PEO: Choosing the right global employment solution
Employer of Record services and Professional Employer Organisations are two solutions that can reduce the headaches of global expansion.
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.
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.
Proactive compliance for remote teams
Learn how to build a proactive approach that keeps global teams safe and aligned with local laws.
Building effective strategies for a remote-first future
Learn how to design a remote first strategy that supports people, performance and long term organisational health.
Work from home statistics 2023: Remote, hybrid, and in-office trends revealed
Explore remote, office, and hybrid work trends, plus key insights for building an effective hybrid workplace.
How Code Institute doubled headcount and scaled across six countries
Code Institute, has streamlined hiring and managing a globally distributed workforce with transparent global employment.
How a digital development agency scaled fast using an Employer of Record
Mawla partnered with Boundless to employ senior technical talent around the world and cover HR, compliance and tax responsibilities.
How to successfully implement hybrid work
Learn how to design a fair and effective hybrid model that supports every employee.
How Boundless enables Airbotics founders to work globally
Airbotics trusts Boundless to take care of their local employment in Portugal and Ireland without any unnecessary admin.
Global employee benefits: A complete guide
Understand how to design fair, competitive and locally relevant benefits packages for your global workforce.
5 steps to create a top-tier benefits package for your global team
In a competitive global market, strong benefits are key. Here are five steps to make your package appealing in every location.
How to overcome the global employment challenge
Understand the key considerations for building a compliant and scalable international team.
How Cloudsoft simplified global hiring with Boundless
Cloudsoft has managed to retain two key employees who wanted to relocate to France and is now broadening its hiring horizons.
Guide to remote working outside of your home country
Moving abroad involves tax duties, workplace adjustments, and many complexities beyond just securing housing and a flight.
The state of workplace employee benefits: What employees actually want vs what they get
Pay matters, but benefits create loyalty by supporting employees’ health, family, happiness, and long-term wellbeing
A Boundless guide to global employee benefits
Your benefits reflect how you value people. If they fall short, you risk losing great talent or missing out on strong new hires.
Why Boundless is not offering employment in Spain
EOR isn’t compliant everywhere. Spain is one example, and the reasons become clear when you see how we operate in other countries.
What are the top 5 benefits of remote working?
Remote work is here to stay. Most employees now expect some flexibility, and many will quit if they don’t get it.
How do I deliver a great global benefits package?
In a remote-first world, employees can work anywhere, so businesses must work harder to stand out and keep great talent.
How can businesses make “equal pay for equal work” work
Businesses want fair, representative pay, yet global teams make fairness harder to define across different countries.
Fairness and equity in remote compensation
Discover how leading organisations design fair, competitive and globally consistent compensation for remote teams.
What makes a great employee benefits package and how to deliver it
Against the backdrop of an ultra-competitive jobs market, what should a competitive employee benefits package include?
What you need to know about employing remote workers in 5 remote work hotbeds
Remote work proved many office roles can be done virtually, but tapping into global talent is rarely as simple as it seems.
How does an Employer of Record work?
This post explains what an Employer of Record is, what to expect from one, and starts by clarifying what employment really means.
Why employers need to be location-flexible to keep their staff
COVID-19 triggered mass resignations worldwide. Might location-independent work offer a real solution?
International employment issues your company needs to be aware of
Workers want flexibility and remote options, but legally enabling this across borders is much trickier.
A guide to employee rights in the Philippines: What remote workers need to know
To hire compliantly in the Philippines, employers must understand and meet local employee rights and obligations.
How an Employer of Record affects you as an employee: Everything you need to know
To employees, employment may seem relatively straightforward at the front end. Managing the back end is where the complexity begins.
A guide to UK benefits: Creating your package with real examples and budgets
Building a UK benefits package is daunting. After statutory benefits, you must choose extras that boost ROI and culture.
How to successfully onboard remote employees: Expert strategies from a fully remote company
The amount of time it takes to successfully onboard a remote employee depends on the size and speed the company is moving.
Is the right to disconnect in France the antidote to burnout?
France introduced the Right to Disconnect in 2016 to modernise employment law for a more flexible, digital workplace.
Rethinking employment in a distributed world: The future of global work
A change in how we operate is needed, which goes beyond opening up the recruitment pool and advertising remote-friendly jobs.
The art of remote team alignment: Building cohesion in distributed teams
Misalignment causes conflict, and without strong remote training and communication, it escalates fast.
Everything you need to know about benefits in kind: Tax, exemptions, and strategy
Benefits in kind are non-cash perks with value, offered at an employer’s discretion, unlike mandatory statutory benefits.
10 inequalities between independent contractors and employees: Why classification matters
Contractors may feel less protected than employees, yet legal and compliant engagement is essential for all parties.
Why hiring remote people as independent contractors is a bad idea: The hidden risks
When working with remote workers, hiring them as independent contractors can have financial, strategic, reputational and ethical repercussions.