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Hire employees in United Kingdom
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Short answer
Yes — you can hire employees in United Kingdom without opening a local entity by using an Employer of Record. The EOR becomes the legal employer in United Kingdom, runs local payroll and handles statutory requirements, while you manage the person's day-to-day work. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.
What to know before hiring in United Kingdom
- Employment contracts in United Kingdom must follow local labour law. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.
- Employer social contributions and mandatory benefits apply on top of salary. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.
- Notice periods, probation and termination rules vary. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.
- Payroll is typically run in GBP. Confirm payment schedules with your EOR.
Providers covering United Kingdom
Based on each provider's public coverage. Confirm before signing.
| Provider | Starting price | Onboarding time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deel | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Teams mixing contractors and employees across several countries |
| Remote | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Teams that want compliance depth and an owned-entity model |
| Rippling | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Companies already running HR and IT on Rippling |
| Multiplier | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Cost-conscious teams hiring their first international employees |
| Oyster | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Distributed teams that value hands-on guidance and support |
| Papaya Global | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Larger companies consolidating payroll and EOR across countries |
| RemoFirst | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Startups making their first one or two international hires |
United Kingdom EOR FAQ
Do I need a local entity to hire in United Kingdom?
No. An Employer of Record can employ people in United Kingdom on your behalf. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.
How much does an EOR cost in United Kingdom?
EOR fees are not verified yet on GLOYEE. Total cost includes the provider fee, salary and employer contributions — ask each provider for a written quote.
How long does it take to onboard an employee in United Kingdom?
Onboarding times are not verified yet and depend on the provider and the employee's documents. Placeholder copy — confirm with the provider or a local employment adviser.
Which EOR providers cover United Kingdom?
The table on this page lists providers whose public coverage includes United Kingdom. Confirm coverage with the provider before signing.