by inez.vermeulen@labyrinthconsultancy.com | Jul 8, 2026 | Human Resources
Direct hiring becomes more cost-effective than an EOR once a team reaches 10 employees in low-complexity markets like the UK or Ireland. While EORs offer speed, they impose monthly fees of €300, €800 per head. Shifting to a local subsidiary reduces marginal...
by inez.vermeulen@labyrinthconsultancy.com | Jul 6, 2026 | Human Resources
Relying on an Employer of Record (EOR) creates significant financial leakage through monthly administrative fees ranging from $399 to $599 per head. While useful for initial market entry, the 15% markup and indirect legal bonds often dilute...
by inez.vermeulen@labyrinthconsultancy.com | Jul 1, 2026 | Human Resources
Direct hiring via local entities offers superior operational control and cultural alignment compared to risky EOR models. By establishing local branches, organizations avoid co-employment liabilities and the 4% global turnover GDPR fine risk....
