Growing your business often means growing your team. But when local hiring becomes more expensive or the right skills are difficult to find, finding the people you need can become harder.

Hiring internationally can open access to more skills, help manage workforce costs and give your team the capacity to grow.

There are different ways to hire internationally, and the right approach depends on what you already have in place. Employer of Record (EOR) and offshore staffing are two widely used models for businesses looking to access global talent and grow their workforce. 

Exploring EOR and Offshore Staffing

While both models help businesses hire talent overseas, they offer different levels of service depending on what you need. Understanding these differences can help you determine which approach is better suited to how you want to build and manage your team.

See how EOR and offshore staffing support different workforce needs.

Both models can help you build and manage talent in the Philippines, but the right fit depends on where you need help.

Employer of Record  works well when you already have the talent and mainly need the local employment side covered, while offshore staffing provides broader support when you need help finding talent and building a dedicated team.

The choice comes down to what you already have in place, what you need from a workforce partner and how you plan to build your team.

Choosing the right workforce partner

Once you understand the difference between EOR and offshore staffing, the next step is finding a provider that can support how you want to build your team.

The right workforce partner should offer:

• Local employment expertise and knowledge of local requirements
• Recruitment capability to help find the right talent when needed
• HR, payroll and benefits processes for ongoing employment
• Employee experience throughout their time with the business
• Operational support such as IT and workspace
• Flexibility as your team and hiring needs change
• Clear responsibilities so you know what they manage and what stays with your business

With Deployed, you can access both EOR and offshore staffing solutions in the Philippines, giving you the flexibility to choose the level of support that fits your workforce plans.

Which model fits your business?

Start with where you are today.

Already have the talent? EOR may give you the local employment structure you need.

Know what roles you need but still looking for the right people? Offshore staffing can provide recruitment and the wider services around your team.

Not sure where your plans fit?
Talk to us about the team you want to build. We can help you understand which approach makes sense for your hiring needs.
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FAQs

Can I move from EOR to a dedicated offshore team as my needs grow?

Yes. Your workforce needs may change as your business grows, and the model that fits one hire may not be the right fit for another. Deployed can support different hiring needs through EOR or offshore staffing, depending on what you need at each stage.

Can I use both EOR and offshore staffing with Deployed?

Yes. You can use different models for different hiring needs. For example, Deployed can employ a candidate you have already found through EOR, while helping you recruit and build other roles through dedicated offshore staffing.

What if I am not sure whether I need EOR or offshore staffing?

We can look at your hiring plans, whether you have already identified a candidate, and the level of recruitment and employment support you need. From there, we can help you understand which model is more suitable for your requirements.