EOR vs Entity in the Netherlands: What Makes Sense for Small Teams?

20.01.2026

If you’re hiring in the Netherlands, one question comes up early: Should we use an Employer of Record (EOR) or set up a local entity? There’s no universal answer, but there is a right answer for your stage. When an EOR Makes Sense An EOR is often the right choice if: - You’re hiring your first few employees - You want to move fast - You don’t have local HR or legal expertise - Flexibility matters more than ownership right now ...

Top 5 Things Companies Get Wrong When Hiring in the Netherlands

19.01.2026

Hiring in the Netherlands often feels easier than in many other European countries. The talent is strong. The market is stable. The process looks clear. But what many global companies discover later is this: The complexity isn’t in hiring. It’s in everything that follows. Here are the five most common mistakes companies make when hiring in the Netherlands, and how to avoid them. 1. Treating Payroll as Just Salary Payroll in the Netherlands includes...

Why SaaS Only EOR Models Break at Scale

13.01.2026

Global hiring has never looked easier. Platforms now automate contracts, process payroll across dozens of countries, and surface real-time dashboards. For early-stage teams or low-complexity setups, this works beautifully. Until it doesn't. If you're managing global HR operations across 3+ countries, you've probably already experienced this: software alone doesn't manage global employment risk. Especially not when you're accountable for compliance ...