Understanding the Basics
If your business is exploring faster, safer growth, you may have heard of an Employer of Record (EOR). This model allows you to hire employees anywhere without creating a new legal entity. The EOR becomes the legal employer, handling payroll, benefits, and compliance, while you direct daily work.
Below are answers to the most common questions from HR, finance, and operations leaders.
What’s the difference between an EOR and a staffing agency?
A staffing agency finds and places candidates. An EOR legally employs those workers, handling payroll, taxes, and compliance. Lakeshore Talent provides both services, offering a complete solution from recruitment through employment management.
How does an EOR help with compliance?
A hospital system acquired a surgery center but could not employ the staff until the deal closed. Lakeshore Talent provided EOR services for more than 50 employees for 6 months, managing payroll and benefits during the transition. When the acquisition was finalized, the client hired the entire team directly.
How does an EOR help with compliance?
An EOR ensures all employment activity meets federal, state, and local regulations. That includes payroll tax filing, workers’ compensation, ACA reporting, and I-9 verification.
Who is the legal employer?
The EOR is the official employer on record for tax and compliance purposes. You manage job duties and performance; Lakeshore manages employment risk and administration.
Can an EOR support international hiring?
Yes. Lakeshore Talent manages employment in all 50 states and internationally. Companies can hire remote or international workers while remaining fully compliant.
What industries benefit most?
EOR services are valuable for:
What industries benefit most?
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About Lakeshore Talent
Lakeshore Talent is a woman-owned, WBENC-certified staffing and recruiting firm with more than 25 years of experience helping companies grow with confidence. Our Employer of Record services simplify compliance, payroll, and benefits for organizations in the U.S. and worldwide.
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