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Get your staff into an office. Even if it is once a week for one person

Category: Employer of Record
Date Published: March 26, 2024
Written By: Dané
 

Using an Employer of Record Service in South Africa can be brilliant for cost saving - save not only on staff, but also on lots of the ancillary costs as well, like UK/USA rent prices. 

Our most successful clients tend to benefit greatly from having flexible office space. By offering a hybrid setup that combines the benefits of in-office work with the flexibility of remote arrangements, businesses can foster collaboration, cultivate a strong team culture, and provide valuable opportunities for their remote staff. Even with only 1 or 2 EOR staff, the benefits of a professional space is well worth it.

The remote/hybrid/in office debate rumbles on. We think it is different horses for different courses. Particularly for different work types:

We are yet to see a business with 100% remote business developers and call centre agents get the most out of the EOR setup; sales people thrive on energy. The most successful of our clients are 100% office based and the majority are a minimum of 3 days a week.

Marketing staff and virtual assistants tend to be pretty self-sufficient, but some time together, discussing tactics, brainstorming and collaborating is useful, the most successful of our clients with these specialisms tend to have set office days in a week for these teams.

With software developers it is a very moving feast and we have seen teams of fully remote devs have huge success, however the most successful teams have tended to have a day or two in the office per month for collaboration and socialisation. At the very least having a social event once a month is a must.

One of the key benefits of our Employer of Record Service is the opportunity to arrange social events and gatherings. By bringing remote staff together face to face in a central location, businesses can foster a sense of community, facilitate meaningful interactions, and cultivate a strong team culture. These social events provide remote staff with the chance to connect with their colleagues, build relationships, and strengthen bonds, ultimately enhancing collaboration and teamwork.

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FAQs

An Employer of Record employs staff in South Africa on your behalf, acting as the legal employer while you manage their work. We handle all payroll, HR, compliance, and statutory obligations so you can operate in the country without setting up a local entity. You receive one invoice in your own currency each month.
We are a South African company with local teams, offices, and infrastructure on the ground. We manage payroll, HR, IT, compliance, and employee support directly rather than through third-party vendors or automated platforms. You work with people who understand the local market and can respond quickly when issues arise.
No. We act as the legal employer, which means you do not need to register a company, open local bank accounts, or manage South African tax and compliance yourself. We handle the legal structure while you manage your team's day-to-day work.
Our service includes payroll, HR administration, statutory compliance, onboarding and offboarding, employee support, and contractor management. Optional services include employee benefits, IT support, IT equipment, and office space. Everything is managed locally with direct oversight from our teams.
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