Expanding your team into new international markets is one of the most powerful growth strategies a business can employ. It unlocks access to top-tier talent, fosters innovation, and drives global competitiveness. However, the path to international hiring is often fraught with complex legal, administrative, and compliance hurdles. From navigating foreign labor laws and tax systems to setting up local entities, the process can be daunting, risky, and slow.

At Roots, we believe global expansion should be about opportunity, not obstacle. We provide streamlined, compliant, and human-centric solutions that allow companies to hire talent anywhere, quickly and confidently. Our core services are designed to cover every aspect of international team building.

Understanding your options for global hiring

When looking to hire abroad, you typically have three main pathways, each with distinct implications. We’ve built our service suite around these to offer you a perfect fit.

Employer of Record (EOR): Your full-service gateway

With our EOR service, we become the legal employer for your talent in the target country. Roots handles all the heavy lifting: payroll, benefits administration, tax withholdings, local compliance, and risk management. You retain full day-to-day control over your employee’s work and integrate them into your culture, free from administrative burdens. This is the fastest and most secure way to hire full-time employees internationally without establishing a legal entity.

Contractor of Record (COR): For compliant freelance engagements

The global freelance market is booming, but misclassifying an independent contractor can lead to severe penalties. Our COR service ensures your engagements with freelancers and contractors are fully compliant. We manage contracts, payments, and local tax obligations, mitigating your legal and financial risks. This allows you to leverage flexible, specialized talent while we ensure everything is above board.

Contractor (Direct): For streamlined global payments

Already found a great contractor and have a solid agreement in place? Our Contractor service simplifies the financial side. We handle secure, timely international payments in local currency, managing invoices and transfers so you and your contractor can focus on the work, not the paperwork.

Our commitment: A personalized and reliable partnership

What truly sets Roots apart isn’t just what we do, but how we do it. We are more than a service provider; we are your strategic partner in growth.

A human-centric approach: You are not just a client number. You have a dedicated point of contact who understands your business, your goals, and your culture. We provide white-glove service, offering tailored advice and support at every step.

Unwavering integrity and compliance: We operate with the highest standards of professionalism and seriousness. Our expertise in local labor laws across Latin America ensures your operations are 100% compliant, protecting you from unforeseen liabilities.

Deep regional expertise: We have cultivated profound, on-the-ground knowledge in key Latin American markets, with standout services in Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay. We understand the nuances of each market’s regulations, compensation norms, and business culture.

Why choose Roots for your international team?

Choosing Roots means choosing a partner dedicated to your success. We eliminate complexity, reduce risk, and accelerate your time-to-hire. You gain the agility to seize opportunities in new markets with the confidence that your most valuable asset—your people—is managed expertly and ethically. We build bridges between global companies and incredible talent.

The advantages of hiring remote talent with Roots

Embracing a remote or hybrid international team isn’t just a trend; it’s a strategic advantage. Whether through our EOR or Contractor services, the benefits are clear:

• Access a global talent pool: Find the perfect skills, not just the closest candidates.
• Achieve significant cost efficiency: Optimize operational costs and tap into competitive markets.
• Enhance business agility: Scale your team up or down with flexibility to meet project demands.
• Drive innovation: Diverse, international teams bring fresh perspectives that fuel creativity and problem-solving.
• Operate with 100% peace of mind: Roots ensures full compliance with local laws, handling everything from contracts to payroll, so you can focus on integration and productivity.

With Roots as your partner, you transform the challenges of remote hiring into your greatest competitive edge.

Ready to grow your team globally?

Navigating international hiring alone is complex. Let Roots be your guide. Our Employer of Record and global contractor management services turn regulatory hurdles into seamless growth.

Explore our solutions today