FAQ
What is an Employer of Record?
An Employer of Record is a third-party organization that acts as a statutory employer of a company’s temporary or indirect workers. An Employer of Record will handle administrative and HR tasks, including background checks and onboarding, payroll, the administration of benefits, and more.
You can learn more about what an Employer of Record does and the benefits associated with using one by checking out our Employer of Record Guide.
What’s the difference between an Employer of Record and traditional staffing solutions?
Employer of Record services and other staffing solutions can be offered by the same provider, but what’s covered by each solution is very different .
Traditional staffing agencies or talent solutions help companies source qualified candidates, working with them to optimize job postings, improve the candidate experience, and conduct interviews.
An Employer of Record acts as an employer of a company’s temporary workers. The company itself will identify the candidates it wants, and an Employer of Record will then facilitate contracts, onboard the employees, and handle the administrative tasks associated with the contingent workforce.
Who can benefit from an Employer of Record?
Almost any business looking to utilize contingent workers can benefit from partnering with an Employer of Record. An Employer of Record allows you to use contingent labor to meet your goals without bogging your internal team down with time-consuming HR tasks, liability risks, and more.
Learn more about whether or not you could benefit from an Employer of Record by reading our “Should You Partner With an Employer of Record?” blog post .
Can I transfer an employee from Employer of Record to my company payroll?
Yes, Employer of Record providers like Broadleaf are flexible and can easily convert one of your part-time or temporary employees to a full-time member of your team. Broadleaf will convert any contingent worker from our payroll to yours at no cost to you.
Can an Employer of Record manage global contingent workers?
Yes, Broadleaf has experience managing contingent workers throughout the United States and across the globe. Our team stays updated on the different employment regulations and laws in all regions to ensure full compliance wherever your contingent employees are located.