Most in-demand professionals for international hiring in Latin America (EOR and Contractors)
Discover the top remote professionals in Latin America and how Roots simplifies EOR and contractor hiring.
Why companies are hiring remote talent in Latin America
Latin America has become a prime destination for global hiring, offering skilled professionals at competitive rates. With cultural alignment and favorable time zones, businesses are increasingly using employer of record (EOR) and contractor solutions to build their teams.
Top in-demand professionals in Latin America
Software developers
- High demand for: Full-stack, Python, and JavaScript experts
- Hired by: Tech startups (Series A+) from Silicon Valley, Canadian SaaS companies, and European fintech firms looking for cost-effective engineering talent with similar time zones.
Digital marketing specialists
- High demand for: SEO, PPC, and content marketing roles
- Hired by: US e-commerce brands, European digital agencies, and Canadian B2B companies scaling their growth teams.
Bilingual customer support
- High demand for: Spanish/English agents for global customer service
- Hired by: American neobanks, European travel tech platforms, and Canadian subscription services expanding to LATAM markets.
Finance professionals
- High demand for: Remote accountants and financial analysts
- Hired by: US venture capital firms, Canadian crypto startups, and European holding companies managing regional operations.
Tech sales representatives
- High demand for: SaaS sales experts
- Hired by: American MarTech companies, European HRtech providers, and Canadian AI startups building outbound sales teams.
The benefits of hiring through an EOR or contractor model
- Cost savings – Competitive salaries compared to US/European hires
- Simplified compliance – Local labor laws and tax requirements handled for you
- Faster hiring – Onboard talent in days, not months
- Flexible scaling – Easily adjust team size as needed
- Streamline your hiring with Roots
Why North American and European companies choose Latin American talent
- Time zone alignment: 85% overlap with US working hours vs. 30% with Asian markets
- Cultural affinity: Western business practices and high English proficiency
- Cost efficiency: Salaries 40-60% lower than US/Canada for equivalent roles
- Visa advantages: No H-1B restrictions or complex work permits required
Hire globally without the hassle
Roots handles all the complexities of international hiring through our EOR and contractor solutions, so you can focus on growing your team.
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