Going Global: 7 Tips for Managing an International Team
If you want to grow your business, it’s only a matter of time before you’ll have to consider global employment and start expanding into new territories. For many larger organizations, global teams and working across different time zones are commonplace. But thanks to [...]
Employee Relocation: Ensuring a Smooth Transition
There are many reasons why you might choose to move an employee from one location to another. Perhaps you need their unique skill set and knowledge to help start up a subsidiary in a new country? Or maybe there's a higher position available [...]
Umbrella Companies: What You Need to Know
Across the pond, you may hear the term ‘umbrella company’ used. An umbrella company is a popular choice in the UK for those looking to employ agency contractors on temporary or fixed-term contracts. Also known as “PAYE umbrella,” the umbrella company acts as an intermediary between the contractor and [...]
The Post-Pandemic Workplace: Hybrid Working on a Global Scale
Working 9–5: what a way to make a living. Well, maybe not anymore… The workplace, as we once knew it, is going through a paradigm shift. What was once a rigid, primarily in-office model has now become altogether more flexible and remote. Although [...]
Mental Health: Supporting Your Global Teams
We all have times when we feel stressed, upset, or ‘down’. Most of the time, those feelings pass. But, sometimes, they develop into something more serious — mental health problems like anxiety or depression — which can impact our daily lives. According to [...]
An Overview of US Immigration and Employment Visas
The US — land of the free and home of the brave — is a vast, diverse country with a wealth of opportunities, making it a popular choice for international workers looking to relocate. As such, there’s a vast global talent pool out [...]
Expanding into Europe
Are you looking to expand into the European markets? You’re not alone! Europe remains the first and best choice for many US companies, and despite the coronavirus pandemic, interest in expanding into the region reached an all-time high this year. Thanks to its affluent economies, [...]
Is Your HR Team Up to the Challenge?
Last year was unlike any other, and though the end of the pandemic is now in sight, COVID-19 has forever left its mark on the way we live and work. The 2020 global shift to remote working happened practically overnight, completely changing how organizations and their workforces [...]
Understanding the New IR35 Legislation
By now, most UK companies will have heard of IR35. As of 6 April 2021, IR35 rules also apply to the private sector, mirroring changes rolled out in the public sector in 2017. This change will affect thousands of contractors and businesses that [...]
Understanding the New IR35 Legislation
By now, most UK companies will have heard of IR35. As of 6 April 2021, IR35 rules also apply to the private sector, mirroring changes rolled out in the public sector in 2017. This change will affect thousands of contractors and businesses that [...]
Pension Schemes Around the World
Pensions differ wildly from country to country. If you operate across multiple jurisdictions, it’s critical to have a clear idea of your roles and responsibilities in your international employees’ pensions. But we know pensions aren’t exactly the most exciting topic in the world. [...]
US: Could These New Laws Affect Your Business?
We recently looked at some of the regulatory changes and new legislation UK businesses need to be aware of for 2021. But what about our friends across the pond? In the US, there are also several new laws coming into force early next [...]
How Could Brexit Impact Your International Business Growth?
Brexit was once the main topic of conversation in every home, office and pub in the country. Then the pandemic hit, and Brexit was quickly knocked off the front page. But with the transition period coming to an end on 31 December 2020, [...]
Could You Justify Pay Gaps at Your Company?
In recent years, the ‘gender pay gap’ has become a hot topic in the business world. Yet, although there’s a lot of talk about the steps countries and organisations must take to tackle pay disparity, there’s sadly been little in the way of [...]
So, What Exactly is a PEO?
In the world of international employment, there are plenty of similar-sounding acronyms and jargon to get your head around. But when you’re busy planning your global expansion, the last thing you want to be worrying about is what all the technical lingo means. [...]
Getting to Grips with International Data Protection Laws
If you operate in Europe, chances are you’ve heard of ‘GDPR’. In 2018 (and the two years before it became directly applicable law in all member states) it was all anyone could talk about. Well, that and a certain word beginning with ‘B’... [...]
Why Engage a Global PEO?
For companies looking to directly employ a worker in a different state or foreign country, a Global PEO (Professional Employment Organisation) can prove incredibly useful. Also known as an EOR (Employer of Record) or GEO (Global Employment Organisation), a Global PEO takes [...]
Compliance: Doing the Right Thing
In the heavily regulated world of international employment, compliance should be the top priority for every PEO provider worth its salt. On the wall of PEO Worldwide’s head office, in letters half a metre high, are four words: do the right thing. It is a mantra repeated and reinforced [...]
Mental Health: Supporting Your Global Teams
We all have times when we feel stressed, upset, or ‘down’. Most of the time, those feelings pass. But, sometimes, they develop into something more serious — mental health problems like anxiety or depression — which can impact our daily lives. According to [...]
Is Your HR Team Up to the Challenge?
Last year was unlike any other, and though the end of the pandemic is now in sight, COVID-19 has forever left its mark on the way we live and work. The 2020 global shift to remote working happened practically overnight, completely changing how organizations and their workforces [...]
5 Ways to Retain Your Best Employees
Did you know it can cost almost double an employee’s salary to replace them after they quit? Plus, when one co-worker walks out the door, it’s often only a matter of time before others start wondering if they should be looking for new [...]
How to Re-onboard Furloughed Employees… An Update
On Wednesday the 3rd of March, the UK Government announced that the furlough scheme will be extended until September 2021. This news will no doubt be welcomed by businesses across many different industries, as the furlough scheme has helped keep millions of employees’ [...]
Hiring Globally After a Pandemic
In the midst of a pandemic, it can be hard to remember what the world of recruitment looked like before. Yet, with vaccine programmes picking up around the world and many countries staring down the road out of lockdown, companies will soon have [...]
Maternity and Paternity Pay Around the World
Family-friendly policies are crucial for the wellbeing of many employees and a fully functioning society. But not all countries (or employers) are as generous as others when it comes to parental leave. Unicef recommends that nations provide six months (about 26 weeks) of [...]
Festive Perks and End-of-Year Benefits
Many companies will offer employee benefits in various forms — whether that be private medical insurance, discounted childcare, salary sacrifice schemes to cover travel costs or flexible working hours. But what about end-of-year perks? Keeping employees motivated and engaged is essential to maintaining [...]
Could You Justify Pay Gaps at Your Company?
In recent years, the ‘gender pay gap’ has become a hot topic in the business world. Yet, although there’s a lot of talk about the steps countries and organisations must take to tackle pay disparity, there’s sadly been little in the way of [...]
Hiring Local Talent in New Markets
Thanks to advances in technology, companies can now take their operations global like never before. That being said, global expansion is not without its challenges. New markets mean a whole range of different legal and employment regulations to think about, not to mention [...]
An Overview of US Immigration and Employment Visas
The US — land of the free and home of the brave — is a vast, diverse country with a wealth of opportunities, making it a popular choice for international workers looking to relocate. As such, there’s a vast global talent pool out [...]
Expanding into Europe
Are you looking to expand into the European markets? You’re not alone! Europe remains the first and best choice for many US companies, and despite the coronavirus pandemic, interest in expanding into the region reached an all-time high this year. Thanks to its affluent economies, [...]
Is Your HR Team Up to the Challenge?
Last year was unlike any other, and though the end of the pandemic is now in sight, COVID-19 has forever left its mark on the way we live and work. The 2020 global shift to remote working happened practically overnight, completely changing how organizations and their workforces [...]
5 Ways to Retain Your Best Employees
Did you know it can cost almost double an employee’s salary to replace them after they quit? Plus, when one co-worker walks out the door, it’s often only a matter of time before others start wondering if they should be looking for new [...]
Global Expansion: Setting Your Sights on Singapore
Many multinational companies have chosen to set up base in the beautiful metropolis of Singapore. Why? The island nation might be one of the smallest countries in the world when measured in square kilometres, but it punches well above its weight in terms [...]
The IoT: Driving Business Growth in an ‘Always On’ World
Phones. Doorbells. Kitchen appliances. Car engines. Home entertainment systems. These days, they’re all connected to the internet. Collectively, these connected devices — and any devices or equipment that are connected to the internet — make up the Internet of Things (IoT). At the [...]
How to Re-onboard Furloughed Employees… An Update
On Wednesday the 3rd of March, the UK Government announced that the furlough scheme will be extended until September 2021. This news will no doubt be welcomed by businesses across many different industries, as the furlough scheme has helped keep millions of employees’ [...]
Hiring Globally After a Pandemic
In the midst of a pandemic, it can be hard to remember what the world of recruitment looked like before. Yet, with vaccine programmes picking up around the world and many countries staring down the road out of lockdown, companies will soon have [...]
WFH with Children: Finding the Right Balance for Parents
Given that so many employees across the world are still working from home, there’s been a lot of talk about ‘work-life balance’ lately. For some, this new way of working has been a boost for productivity and freed them from the daily grind of the commute. But [...]
Umbrella Companies: What You Need to Know
Across the pond, you may hear the term ‘umbrella company’ used. An umbrella company is a popular choice in the UK for those looking to employ agency contractors on temporary or fixed-term contracts. Also known as “PAYE umbrella,” the umbrella company acts as an intermediary between the contractor and [...]
Expanding into Europe
Are you looking to expand into the European markets? You’re not alone! Europe remains the first and best choice for many US companies, and despite the coronavirus pandemic, interest in expanding into the region reached an all-time high this year. Thanks to its affluent economies, [...]
5 Questions to Ask Before Selecting Your Global PEO
So, you’ve decided to enlist the help of an international PEO (Professional Employer Organisation) to guide you on your global expansion journey. That’s certainly a good start — but that was the easy part. Now, you have to make sure you choose the [...]
Navigating Employment Laws Post-Brexit
Brexit is officially done and dusted. Well, the trade deal agreement is at least… The signing of the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) on Christmas Eve means businesses in the UK and Europe finally know what they’re working with (sort of), and many [...]
The Right Direction: Developing Your Global Expansion Strategy
New markets and access to fresh talent. The chance to diversify product ranges and introduce additional revenue streams. Global expansion is essential for business growth and can open up a world of opportunities. But it can also be chaotic and highly stressful — [...]
The 5 Best Countries to Expand into in 2020
If you think your business could benefit from global expansion, then you’d be right! After earning a sizeable share of their domestic market, many companies reach a point when going global is the only logical next step. From exploring new markets and gaining [...]
Why Should You Expand Your Business?
When you’ve achieved a certain level of success in business, you’ll probably want to start thinking about expanding — maybe even internationally. In fact, in today’s global economy, you SHOULD be thinking about global expansion. While a growing number of companies are expanding [...]
What is Co-Employment?
In the United States, co-employment is popular. However, if you are based outside of the US, you might not be so familiar with the concept. Co-employment involves a unique business relationship between a company (the client) and a PEO (Professional Employment Organisation). This [...]
Debunking International Employment Jargon
Planning your global employment strategy is complicated enough without throwing in the industry jargon and similar-sounding acronyms. PEO, Global PEO, EOR, GEO — why are there so many Es and Os in everything?! But we don’t want confusing terminology to hold you back [...]
Going Global: 7 Tips for Managing an International Team
If you want to grow your business, it’s only a matter of time before you’ll have to consider global employment and start expanding into new territories. For many larger organizations, global teams and working across different time zones are commonplace. But thanks to [...]
Employee Relocation: Ensuring a Smooth Transition
There are many reasons why you might choose to move an employee from one location to another. Perhaps you need their unique skill set and knowledge to help start up a subsidiary in a new country? Or maybe there's a higher position available [...]
The Post-Pandemic Workplace: Hybrid Working on a Global Scale
Working 9–5: what a way to make a living. Well, maybe not anymore… The workplace, as we once knew it, is going through a paradigm shift. What was once a rigid, primarily in-office model has now become altogether more flexible and remote. Although [...]
Understanding the New IR35 Legislation
By now, most UK companies will have heard of IR35. As of 6 April 2021, IR35 rules also apply to the private sector, mirroring changes rolled out in the public sector in 2017. This change will affect thousands of contractors and businesses that [...]
Pension Schemes Around the World
Pensions differ wildly from country to country. If you operate across multiple jurisdictions, it’s critical to have a clear idea of your roles and responsibilities in your international employees’ pensions. But we know pensions aren’t exactly the most exciting topic in the world. [...]
The IoT: Driving Business Growth in an ‘Always On’ World
Phones. Doorbells. Kitchen appliances. Car engines. Home entertainment systems. These days, they’re all connected to the internet. Collectively, these connected devices — and any devices or equipment that are connected to the internet — make up the Internet of Things (IoT). At the [...]
PEO Worldwide Merges with TopSource
As an international Professional Employer Organisation, PEO Worldwide offers a one-stop solution to every issue preventing you from taking the leap into overseas territories. We provide involved and hands-on support with all areas of business including HR, payroll, legal and employee benefits — [...]
US: Could These New Laws Affect Your Business?
We recently looked at some of the regulatory changes and new legislation UK businesses need to be aware of for 2021. But what about our friends across the pond? In the US, there are also several new laws coming into force early next [...]
How Could Brexit Impact Your International Business Growth?
Brexit was once the main topic of conversation in every home, office and pub in the country. Then the pandemic hit, and Brexit was quickly knocked off the front page. But with the transition period coming to an end on 31 December 2020, [...]
Going Global: 7 Tips for Managing an International Team
If you want to grow your business, it’s only a matter of time before you’ll have to consider global employment and start expanding into new territories. For many larger organizations, global teams and working across different time zones are commonplace. But thanks to [...]
Employee Relocation: Ensuring a Smooth Transition
There are many reasons why you might choose to move an employee from one location to another. Perhaps you need their unique skill set and knowledge to help start up a subsidiary in a new country? Or maybe there's a higher position available [...]
Umbrella Companies: What You Need to Know
Across the pond, you may hear the term ‘umbrella company’ used. An umbrella company is a popular choice in the UK for those looking to employ agency contractors on temporary or fixed-term contracts. Also known as “PAYE umbrella,” the umbrella company acts as an intermediary between the contractor and [...]
The Post-Pandemic Workplace: Hybrid Working on a Global Scale
Working 9–5: what a way to make a living. Well, maybe not anymore… The workplace, as we once knew it, is going through a paradigm shift. What was once a rigid, primarily in-office model has now become altogether more flexible and remote. Although [...]
Mental Health: Supporting Your Global Teams
We all have times when we feel stressed, upset, or ‘down’. Most of the time, those feelings pass. But, sometimes, they develop into something more serious — mental health problems like anxiety or depression — which can impact our daily lives. According to [...]
An Overview of US Immigration and Employment Visas
The US — land of the free and home of the brave — is a vast, diverse country with a wealth of opportunities, making it a popular choice for international workers looking to relocate. As such, there’s a vast global talent pool out [...]
Expanding into Europe
Are you looking to expand into the European markets? You’re not alone! Europe remains the first and best choice for many US companies, and despite the coronavirus pandemic, interest in expanding into the region reached an all-time high this year. Thanks to its affluent economies, [...]
Is Your HR Team Up to the Challenge?
Last year was unlike any other, and though the end of the pandemic is now in sight, COVID-19 has forever left its mark on the way we live and work. The 2020 global shift to remote working happened practically overnight, completely changing how organizations and their workforces [...]
Understanding the New IR35 Legislation
By now, most UK companies will have heard of IR35. As of 6 April 2021, IR35 rules also apply to the private sector, mirroring changes rolled out in the public sector in 2017. This change will affect thousands of contractors and businesses that [...]
Mental Health: Supporting Your Global Teams
We all have times when we feel stressed, upset, or ‘down’. Most of the time, those feelings pass. But, sometimes, they develop into something more serious — mental health problems like anxiety or depression — which can impact our daily lives. According to [...]
Pension Schemes Around the World
Pensions differ wildly from country to country. If you operate across multiple jurisdictions, it’s critical to have a clear idea of your roles and responsibilities in your international employees’ pensions. But we know pensions aren’t exactly the most exciting topic in the world. [...]
5 Questions to Ask Before Selecting Your Global PEO
So, you’ve decided to enlist the help of an international PEO (Professional Employer Organisation) to guide you on your global expansion journey. That’s certainly a good start — but that was the easy part. Now, you have to make sure you choose the [...]
Maternity and Paternity Pay Around the World
Family-friendly policies are crucial for the wellbeing of many employees and a fully functioning society. But not all countries (or employers) are as generous as others when it comes to parental leave. Unicef recommends that nations provide six months (about 26 weeks) of [...]
Can AI Help with Your Quest for Global Talent?
The recruitment process has come a long way since the days of paper CVs. Thanks to a decade-long digital transformation, online job sites, virtual portfolios, and even Skype interviews are now staples in global talent acquisition. But could artificial intelligence (AI) elevate the [...]
HR in the Time of Coronavirus
The coronavirus outbreak has forced almost every business, in every corner of the world, to adapt and improve their procedures immediately. From remote working to paid sick leave and redundancies, there’s a lot to consider. HR teams are, by default, on the front [...]
Managing Flexible Working on a Global Scale
Until recently, most of us would have worked for organisations that remained more or less local. Colleagues were often in the same building or, at the very least, in the same country — meaning we had similar ways of communicating and ‘doing things’. [...]
Remote Working: Learning Through Experience
Back in September, we wrote a piece on remote working, sharing our thoughts on commercial considerations for when an employee wants or needs to work remotely — and the additional issues when that employee is to be based overseas. Who could have known [...]
Why Engage a Global PEO?
For companies looking to directly employ a worker in a different state or foreign country, a Global PEO (Professional Employment Organisation) can prove incredibly useful. Also known as an EOR (Employer of Record) or GEO (Global Employment Organisation), a Global PEO takes [...]
Understanding the New IR35 Legislation
By now, most UK companies will have heard of IR35. As of 6 April 2021, IR35 rules also apply to the private sector, mirroring changes rolled out in the public sector in 2017. This change will affect thousands of contractors and businesses that [...]
Pension Schemes Around the World
Pensions differ wildly from country to country. If you operate across multiple jurisdictions, it’s critical to have a clear idea of your roles and responsibilities in your international employees’ pensions. But we know pensions aren’t exactly the most exciting topic in the world. [...]
Could You Justify Pay Gaps at Your Company?
In recent years, the ‘gender pay gap’ has become a hot topic in the business world. Yet, although there’s a lot of talk about the steps countries and organisations must take to tackle pay disparity, there’s sadly been little in the way of [...]
Debunking International Employment Jargon
Planning your global employment strategy is complicated enough without throwing in the industry jargon and similar-sounding acronyms. PEO, Global PEO, EOR, GEO — why are there so many Es and Os in everything?! But we don’t want confusing terminology to hold you back [...]
Why Engage a Global PEO?
For companies looking to directly employ a worker in a different state or foreign country, a Global PEO (Professional Employment Organisation) can prove incredibly useful. Also known as an EOR (Employer of Record) or GEO (Global Employment Organisation), a Global PEO takes [...]
What is an Employer of Record?
Unless you have used an Employer of Record (EOR) in the past, chances are you won’t be too familiar with what they do. And even if you have used one before, the various terminologies and nuances involved can easily lead to confusion. Put simply, an EOR is a third-party organisation contracted [...]
Trust in Employment Relationships Is Dead!
Floating across my desk this morning is a press release from the European Court of Justice (ECJ). It’s boring and not normally the kind of thing I look at unless it’s REALLY Important. The reason I was looking at this is because it [...]
Making the Perfect European Employment Cake
Difficulty level: moderate – some experience of employing overseas will be beneficial. Preparation time: up to 6 months. Ingredients A suitable legal entity in your target country. A contract of employment, preferably dual language (any employment lawyer can provide this). An HR Manager [...]
7 Things You Wish You Knew Before You Hired Overseas…
1. Getting a bank account isn’t always quick and easy! Typically, a business will need to have its own bank account in order to pay tax and social security contributions to the regulatory bodies in the country in which they want to employ [...]