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Checklist for contractor compliance

Use this checklist to decide whether a new recruit ought to be engaged as a contractor or as an employee.

When you hire workers overseas, you will usually compensate them in one of two ways: as contractors or as full-time employees. Misclassifying someone who should be an employee as a contractor can expose your organisation to significant risk. This checklist aims to guide you in managing contractor arrangements and safeguarding your business.

The steps set out here will help you identify potential issues before you make an offer. You will find pragmatic measures and considered guidance to reduce your exposure to risk, all provided by Remote’s HR and employment law specialists.

  • Important information on penalties for misclassification
  • How misclassification can expose you to risk
  • Essential questions to help you avoid the risks of misclassification
  • Expert guidance to simplify contractor management

Download the checklist

Download the checklist

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