Employer of Record for DACH
Hire in Germany, Austria
& Switzerland.
Without the Entity.
Skip the 6-12 month entity setup. We legally employ your DACH talent, handling contracts, payroll, taxes, and compliance so you can focus on building your team.
$599/month per employee ยท $1,000 one-time hiring fee
Expanding into DACH is harder than it looks
Most companies underestimate what it takes to hire compliantly in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
6-12 Month Setup
Setting up a German GmbH or Swiss AG takes months of bureaucracy, legal fees, and waiting for approvals.
$50,000+ Upfront
Entity formation costs, legal counsel, registered agent fees, and capital requirements add up fast.
Compliance Risk
German labor law, Works Councils, collective agreements, and GDPR requirements create ongoing liability.
There's a better way. Skip the entity setup entirely.
From candidate to employee in under a week
You found your talent. We handle everything else.
Tell us about your hire
~Day 1
Share your candidate's details, role requirements, and preferred start date. We'll confirm the employment structure.
We draft the contract
~Days 2-3
We prepare a country-compliant employment agreement tailored to German, Austrian, or Swiss labor law.
Employee signs & onboards
~Days 4-5
Your new hire signs digitally. We handle tax registration, benefits enrollment, and all onboarding paperwork.
Ongoing employment
Monthly
Your employee works for you. We manage payroll, tax withholding, social contributions, and compliance.
Tell us about your hire
~Day 1
Share your candidate's details, role requirements, and preferred start date. We'll confirm the employment structure.
We draft the contract
~Days 2-3
We prepare a country-compliant employment agreement tailored to German, Austrian, or Swiss labor law.
Employee signs & onboards
~Days 4-5
Your new hire signs digitally. We handle tax registration, benefits enrollment, and all onboarding paperwork.
Ongoing employment
Monthly
Your employee works for you. We manage payroll, tax withholding, social contributions, and compliance.
Everything you need to employ in DACH
Comprehensive employment services. No gaps, no surprises.
Contracts & Onboarding
- Country-specific employment contracts
- Work permit support
- Equipment provisioning guidance
- Employee handbook setup
Payroll & Compensation
- Monthly payroll processing
- Bonus and commission handling
- Expense reimbursements
- Multi-currency payments
Tax & Compliance
- Income tax withholding
- Social security contributions
- Year-end tax filing
- Regulatory updates monitoring
Benefits Administration
- Statutory health insurance
- Pension contributions
- Paid time off tracking
- Supplemental benefits setup
HR Support
- Employee relations guidance
- Performance documentation
- Termination support
- Works Council navigation
Reporting & Visibility
- Real-time employee dashboard
- Cost and headcount reports
- Compliance status tracking
- Document management
Deep expertise across DACH
Each country has unique requirements. We know them inside and out.
Germany
EU's largest economy
- Works Councils navigation
- Collective agreement compliance
- Complex notice period rules
- Comprehensive social security
Austria
Central European hub
- 13th and 14th month salaries
- Strong employee protections
- Sector-specific agreements
- EU gateway location
Switzerland
World-class talent pool
- Canton-specific regulations
- Multi-language workforce
- Premium salary expectations
- Complex permit requirements
Simple, transparent pricing
One flat rate. No hidden fees. No surprise charges.
What's included
Calculate your annual cost
vs. Entity setup: $50,000+ upfront, 6-12 months to establish, plus ongoing administrative overhead
Need help finding candidates? Ask about our recruiting service
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about EOR in DACH.
An Employer of Record (EOR) is a third-party organization that legally employs workers on your behalf. The EOR handles all employment responsibilities while your team members report directly to you.
This allows you to hire talent in countries where you don't have a legal entity, without the cost and complexity of setting one up.
With contractors, you face significant misclassification risk. If your worker has regular hours, uses your tools, and reports to a manager, German authorities consider that employment.
Violations can result in:
- Back-taxes and social security contributions
- Fines exceeding 500,000 EUR
- Personal liability for directors
EOR provides compliant full-time employment from day one.
Once you've selected a candidate, we can complete contracts and onboarding in as little as 5-7 business days for Germany and Austria, and 7-10 business days for Switzerland.
Compare that to 6-12 months for setting up your own entity.
No. Most of our clients bring their own candidates. We focus on the employment side: contracts, payroll, compliance, and benefits.
If you do need help finding talent, we offer recruiting as an optional add-on service.
Full statutory benefits, just like any local employer:
- Health insurance (public or private)
- Pension contributions
- Unemployment insurance
- Paid vacation (minimum 20-25 days)
- Sick leave with continued pay
- Parental leave
We can also arrange supplementary benefits if you want to offer more.
We manage the entire process compliantly. DACH countries have strict termination rules with mandatory notice periods, documentation requirements, and potential Works Council consultations.
Our HR team handles:
- Legal compliance verification
- Required documentation
- Final payroll and benefits
- Off-boarding process
You stay protected from wrongful termination claims.
Many companies use EOR as a bridge while testing a market or growing their team. When you're ready to establish your own entity, we help with the transition.
- Transfer employment contracts to your entity
- Ensure continuity for your team
- Handle all transition paperwork
No lock-in contracts. No exit penalties.
Specialization beats generalization. Global EORs spread thin across 150+ countries. We focus exclusively on Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
This means:
- Genuine local expertise (not outsourced)
- Faster response times (same timezone)
- Knowledge of nuances (Works Councils, collective agreements, cantonal differences)
- Direct relationships with local authorities
If DACH is your target, you want a specialist.
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Skip the entity setup.
Start building your team.
Hire your first DACH employee in weeks. We handle contracts, payroll, taxes, and compliance.
No commitment required. Free consultation to discuss your needs.