Employer of Record is one of the most misunderstood solutions in global employment. - "We'll lose control of our employees." Not true. - "It's only for large companies." Not true. - "It's just a temporary fix." Also not true. We put together a practical guide that cuts through the noise. It covers what EOR actually is, how it works day-to-day, when it makes sense (and when it doesn't), and what to look for in a provider. No jargon. No sales pitch. Just real examples from companies that have made it work. Download the ebook: https://lnkd.in/dw6PXq77 #employerofrecord #globalemployment #HRleaders #EOR
Boundless
Human Resources Services
Dublin, Dublin 14,907 followers
Grow globally, sleep soundly.
About us
Boundless helps companies hire and employ people globally safely, compliantly, and without surprises. We manage the complexity behind international employment through a combination of robust technology and local expertise, covering contracts, payroll, benefits, and ongoing compliance. Our focus is simple: reduce risk, remove uncertainty, and keep global employment running smoothly. Because when people’s livelihoods are involved, uneventful is exactly the goal.
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http://www.boundlesshq.com
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- Industry
- Human Resources Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Dublin, Dublin
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2019
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112-114 Saint Stephen's Green
Dublin, Dublin D02T D28, IE
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Hiring internationally? The employee vs. contractor decision matters more than most companies realise. Get it wrong, and you're looking at misclassification penalties, back-payments, and compliance headaches that could have been avoided. Get it right, and you build a global team on solid ground. We break down the key differences, the risks, and how to make the right call for your business. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eKS7saci
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The five recruitment challenges defining 2026. From AI skills shortages to compliance friction slowing down cross-border hires, we look at what's making it harder to fill specialist roles this year and how global hiring is becoming the practical response. https://lnkd.in/dpHP9X4Y
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There's a question every company hits the moment they start hiring internationally: Do we employ this person, or engage them as a contractor? It sounds like a procurement decision. It's actually a compliance one. Contractor arrangements work well for genuinely independent specialists delivering defined outcomes. But for people who are part of your team, working to your processes, day in, day out? That's employment. And treating it as anything else creates risk that compounds across every country where you have workers. An Employer of Record gives you a clean, compliant route to employ people wherever they are, without setting up a local entity. Our latest guide walks through both models side by side so you can make the call with confidence. https://lnkd.in/daajqGSE
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𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱 and 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱 are frequently confused. The terms sound similar, but they solve different problems for different worker types. • AOR is built for managing independent contractors at scale: contracts, payments, insurance, compliance documentation. • EOR is built for hiring employees in countries where you have no legal entity: payroll, tax, benefits, employment law. The right model depends on the working relationship, not a one-size-fits-all preference. Our latest guide breaks down how each model works, what it covers, and how to determine which one fits your situation. https://lnkd.in/dxNhBjcA
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AOR and EOR are often mentioned together, but they cover different ground entirely. An Agent of Record manages the compliance and administrative requirements that come with engaging independent contractors at scale. An Employer of Record becomes the legal employer of your workforce in a given jurisdiction, taking on full responsibility for payroll, statutory benefits, and employment law compliance. Different worker types, different obligations, different risk profiles. Both models exist for good reasons. Our recent guide breaks down how each one works and what to consider when deciding between them. https://lnkd.in/dxNhBjcA
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Considering Employer of Record as part of your global hiring strategy? Before making any big decisions, it helps to have a clear view of what EOR actually does, what it doesn’t, and where HR stays accountable. On February 12th, we’re hosting a live 45-minute session for HR and People Ops teams covering: - Responsibilities: what sits with HR vs the EOR - Day-to-day reality: payroll, benefits, compliance - What “done right” looks like for employee experience and risk 🕒 4:00 pm GMT + live Q&A 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/e-xE93q7 Can’t attend live? Register anyway, and we’ll send the recording. #HR #PeopleOps #globalemployment
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Hiring internationally introduces new responsibilities for HR teams, from local contracts and payroll rules to benefits and compliance. Employer of Record is often positioned as the solution, but many teams are still left unclear on how it actually works day-to-day, and what HR remains accountable for. Join Boundless for a practical introduction to Employer of Record, designed for HR and People Ops teams at growing companies. In this 45-minute session, you’ll learn: - What Employer of Record is (and isn’t) - What HR teams remain responsible for versus what an EOR manages - How onboarding, payroll, benefits, and compliance work in practice - How EOR can reduce HR workload without compromising employee experience 🗓 Date: February 12th, 2026 🕒 Time: 4:00 pm GMT A live Q&A will follow, so bring your questions along. 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/deU8_PH4 #HR #PeopleOps #globalhiring #compliance
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Employing people in the EU? Pay transparency rules are about to change. EU member states must transpose the Pay Transparency Directive into national law by 7 June 2026. That means new obligations around salary disclosures, gender pay gap reporting, and how you justify pay decisions. The challenge? Each country is implementing the rules differently, so knowing exactly what applies to you isn't straightforward. Our guide breaks down what's changing, what action you need to take, and how to prepare before the deadlines hit. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eKVaMTqa
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Ireland's pension auto-enrolment scheme, My Future Fund, is live. From 1 January 2026, employers must contribute to a pension scheme for eligible employees. Rates start at 1.5% and rise to 6% over the next decade. If you employ people in Ireland, here's what you need to know. https://lnkd.in/ejBV99mp