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How a 20-Person Fintech Expanded to the Netherlands Without Setting Up an Entity

20.03.2026

European expansion often begins with a strategic dilemma. Should the company establish a local entity immediately, or begin hiring through an Employer of Record? For many organizations, the instinct is to establish an entity as quickly as possible. After all, it appears to provide complete operational control. But in practice, the decision is rarely that simple. This is particularly true when companies enter the Netherlands while their European hiring strat...

Netherlands Payroll Compliance Checklist: Key Requirements Before Hiring

17.03.2026

Expanding into the Netherlands is often one of the first steps companies take when building a presence in Europe. The country offers a strong legal framework, access to international talent, and a highly structured employment system. But that structure comes with responsibility. For companies hiring employees in the Netherlands — particularly those expanding from outside Europe — payroll compliance quickly becomes one of the most operationally sensitive a...

5 Signs You’re Outgrowing Your Employer of Record (EOR) in the UK

13.03.2026

Expanding into the UK is often one of the first steps companies take when building a presence in Europe. The market is mature, regulations are well defined, and talent is highly accessible. For many organizations, the easiest way to start hiring is through an Employer of Record (EOR) in the UK. And for good reason. An Employer of Record allows you to hire employees in the UK without setting up a local entity, manage payroll and compliance, and onboard talent quickly. For...