Globalization Partners vs. Remote
Employing a globally distributed team can be a challenge. So can finding the right provider to help.
Check out the information below to see how Remote and Globalization Partners compare on employer of record capabilities, contractor management services, pricing, and more.
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Remote
Pricing
Contractors
Free contractor payments and invoicing in 170+ countries with zero exchange fees
Additional fees for contractors
No extra fees
Employees
Free for the first employee, then $299-$599 per employee/month based on country selection
Additional fees for employees
No extra fees
Startups
Free for the first employee, and 2 months free for all other employees for 12 months; free contractor management
Social Purpose Organizations (nonprofits, charities, social enterprises, benefit corporations)
Free for the first employee, then 25% off for up to 10 employees and free contractor management
Hiring Refugee Talent
Free for any refugee talent hired
Contractor Capabilities
Payments in 170+ countries
Exchange fees
$0
Locally compliant contracts
Tax document management
Localized guidance for hiring contractors in each country
EOR Capabilities
Owned entities
100% fully owned entities
Localized benefits package and administration
Ironclad IP and invention rights protection
Equity incentive planning support
Security
GDPR Compliant
SOC 2 Compliant
Integrations
Greenhouse
BambooHR
Globalization Partners
Pricing
Contractors
No contractor management capabilities
Additional fees for contractors
N/A
Employees
Complex pricing structure. Minimum 15% markup on each employee’s monthly salary (with minimum fee).
Additional fees for employees
Country setup fees, wiring fees, per-employee setup fees, offboarding fees, and many other additional fees
Startups
Social Purpose Organizations (nonprofits, charities, social enterprises, benefit corporations)
Hiring Refugee Talent
Contractor Capabilities
Payments in 170+ countries
Exchange fees
N/A
Locally compliant contracts
Tax document management
Localized guidance for hiring contractors in each country
EOR Capabilities
Owned entities
Mix of third-party vendors and owned entities
Localized benefits package and administration
Ironclad IP and invention rights protection
Equity incentive planning support
Security
GDPR Compliant
SOC 2 Compliant
Integrations
Greenhouse
BambooHR
Questions to ask when comparing global employment solutions
Many global employment solutions work with third parties that can cause confusion, delays, and added costs. Because we manage our own entities in every country we serve, we can offer greater control, transparency, flexibility, and create a better experience for you and your international workforce.
You shouldn’t be penalized for growing your team or expanding your business. Some global employment solutions add hidden charges throughout the employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding. We don’t think that’s right — that’s why Remote’s pricing is simple and transparent.
You shouldn’t have to run manual payroll processes or work with multiple service providers to build your team. Remote makes it simple to manage and pay both contractors and employees from one platform.
When global employment providers work with third-party local providers, it’s hard to ensure legal protection for your intellectual property. Remote IP Guard offers the strongest protections available so you can focus on growth without the risk of legal challenges.
Compare Globalization Partners vs. Remote in more detail
Remote pricing is simple, transparent, and fair. You’ll pay $299 to $599 per employee per month when billed annually based on country selection. That includes global payroll, taxes, benefits, compliance, and 24/7 customer service. Contractor management is free in more than 170 countries. There are no hidden fees — the price you see is the price you pay.
Globalization Partners charges a 15% fee on top of all employee salaries with a minimum of $1500. They also charge multiple one-off fees for things like expanding to new countries, adding new employees, offboarding when an employee leaves, and even sending wire transfers.
Remote
Pricing
Contractors
Free contractor payments and invoicing in 170+ countries with zero exchange fees
Additional fees for contractors
No extra fees
Employees
Free for the first employee, then $299-$599 per employee/month based on country selection
Additional fees for employees
No extra fees
Startups
Free for the first employee, and 2 months free for all other employees for 12 months; free contractor management
Social Purpose Organizations (nonprofits, charities, social enterprises)
Free for the first employee, then 25% off for up to 10 employees and free contractor management
Globalization Partners
Pricing
Contractors
No contractor management capabilities
Additional fees for contractors
N/A
Employees
Complex pricing structure. Minimum 15% markup on each employee’s monthly salary (with minimum fee).
Additional fees for employees
Country setup fees, wiring fees, per-employee setup fees, offboarding fees, and many other additional fees
Startups
Social Purpose Organizations (nonprofits, charities, social enterprises)
Remote has legal entities in every country where we operate, meaning we can deliver the best integrated experience, the best benefits, and the best support for your global employees.
We take care of localized payroll, benefits, compliance, and taxes wherever your team works. Our in-house team can also help with visa and immigration requests.
Globalization Partners operates its own legal entities in 60 locations while relying on local partners for other locations. Although they can support a high number of countries, this may create an inconsistent experience and cause delays with onboarding key hires in new locations.
Remote offers free invoicing and payment services for contractors in over 170 countries! You can register your contractors, approve their invoices, and get a payment request in the currency of your choice, all in one place, with zero exchange fees.
Globalization Partners does not offer contractor management. Instead, you’ll need to get local contracts reviewed by legal experts, ensure you collect the correct documents for tax compliance, overload your finance team, and pay excessive bank fees to transfer payments in local currencies.
Remote is able to offer industry-leading intellectual property protection from the outset because we don’t rely on any third party providers. Remote IP Guard offers maximum protection for your IP and invention rights with an ironclad IP management and transfer process.
Globalization Partners relies on third parties in many regions, meaning your intellectual property rights often pass through those unknown parties and then through Globalization Partners before being transferred to you. There is also no guarantee that your IP will be protected under local or international laws.
Remote is GDPR compliant and SOC 2 certified. We have strict internal security measures designed to keep your data safe.
Globalization Partners has not received SOC 2 certification and does not meet the same rigorous standards of data security as Remote.
Remote’s local support provides quick help 24/7 from our global team of experts
Globalization Partners relies on third-party providers for support in some countries and for certain functions within their covered countries. This can create delays, confusion, and unnecessary back-and-forth, leading to a less effective customer support experience.
Remote’s local support ensures quick, expert help when you need it. Our team supports both employees and employers with local expertise, with 24/7 help available from our global team.
Globalization Partners offers support from its internal teams for the popular locations where they own entities, although they rely on third-party providers for some countries and certain functions within their covered countries. You may experience delays in getting answers to critical issues while Globalization Partners engages their local partners before responding to your requests. This can create confusion and unnecessary back-and-forth communication, leading to a slower, less effective customer support experience.
* Competitive data on this page was collected as of June 24th, 2021 and is subject to change or update. Remote does not make any representations as to the completeness or accuracy of the information on this page.
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Global businesses
love Remote
On Deck is a remote-first company looking to work with the best talent, without regard to borders or time zones, and Remote has helped us accelerate those hiring plans. On Deck is driven by a spirit of service to others and we're thrilled to work with a value aligned company like Remote.
David Booth
CEO
We previously wrestled with the fine details of taxes across multiple geographies, work permits, benefits administration, and lots more. Remote has eliminated this complexity so we can focus on scaling quickly.
Abiola Showemimo
Remote allows us to effortlessly onboard new employees, safe in the knowledge that we are fully compliant. We are free to select the best candidates available, enabling us to focus on growing our business.
