Employing Remotely

If you want to hire an employee in Portugal remotely, we can help. If your new candidate will work for you from within Portugal, we have all the infrastructure in place to compliantly process all paperwork. Portuguese Employer of Record is the EOR specialist in Portugal, we will take care of the hassle, so you and your Portuguese employee can focus on the content of your job.

Read below what we do and in which occasions it can be helpful.

  • We can compliantly hire your new employee on your behalf, and assign them to your exclusive service.
  • We will enforce compliance with tax, pensions, local labor laws etcetera. By partnering with us, a specialist familiar with the Portuguese market, you can trust adherence to all requirements to Portuguese standards.
  • By selecting us, you are shielded from any Portuguese tax claims. By selecting us as your partner, you are deemed to have fulfilled your compliance obligations to the tax authority. You are therefore exempt from any claims regarding your employees.
  • We will keep track of all paperwork, you keep your eye on the business. Entrust the EOR with payroll and benefits management, ensuring accurate and timely payments for remote employees without navigating complex financial intricacies which leads to satisfied employees

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Example 1: You are expanding business operation

You are a multinational corporation expanding its operations into Portugal and you have found your first pioneer(s) in Portugal who will establish a bridgehead. However, the legal infrastructure is not yet in place. We can provide this infrastructure, so the team can start operations as soon as possible. We will provide services and infrastructure.

Example 2: You want to hire someone in Portugal

You are hiring an employee based in Portugal for a remote position. The employee wants to stay in Portugal. Using our service this can be achieved in a few working days.

This is how it works

The company opts to engage the services of an Employer of Record (EOR) to streamline the process. Portuguese Employer of Record becomes the employer of record for the Portuguese professional, ensuring full compliance with Portuguese employment laws. This strategic move not only facilitates the seamless integration of the professional into the company but also demonstrates a commitment to legal compliance and efficient global workforce management. By doing so, the company ensures compliance with Portuguese laws, simplifies the employment process, and eliminates the need for a permanent establishment in Portugal. The ideal way to employ a professional remotely.

Why you choose for Portuguese Employer of Record

We are the go-to employer of record for Portugal, a specialist for the Portuguese market. We are uniquely Portuguese in our geographic focus and expertise and also uniquely international in our client focus and service offering. Portuguese Employer of Record will identify and apply any applicable obligations to your situation.

Furthermore, we ensure compliance. This indemnifies your organization from any exposure to tax arrears in Portugal. We employ your Portuguese team and onboard them in minutes on your behalf and take care of all regulatory requirements and constraints.

Questions along the way? You are in direct contact with English-speaking payroll and HR professionals, they are happy to help you.

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If you’re interested in employing remotely from Portugal, we can help you make it happen. Set up a profile or contact Sarah today to find out more!

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    Portuguese Employer of Record is not a recruiter. First, you will need a job in Portugal. After this, we can proceed with the sponsorship procedure. A work permit is valid only for the employer who makes the request. There is no general work permit for Portugal.

    We will contact you to learn more before we enter into any agreement