See upcoming compliance changes
Compliance Watchtower consolidates updates in one place, providing an organised view of upcoming legal changes across countries so you can monitor what matters most to your organisation.
Manage HR compliance without manual processes
Compliance Watchtower tracks legal updates worldwide, alerting you to act before risks become costs.
Global firms expand with Remote
Staying compliant across countries is challenging
Employment laws are updated often, and critical HR obligations differ greatly by jurisdiction. Examples include:
Minimum wage
Usually updated annually, sometimes more often
Overtime pay
Thresholds, multipliers, and exemptions differ by location
Leave entitlements
Rules for sick, holiday, and parental leave change regularly
Work-from-home allowances
Tax and labour standards continue shifting in many markets
Violating employment law costs businesses more than $5 billion each year
Non-compliance imposes substantial costs, including recurring penalties, settlements, and enforcement actions worldwide.
"Having to stay ahead of what's going on in five different countries is challenging. The information in Compliance Watchtower is succinct and easily digestible. It's probably one of the best compliance tools I have seen and used in quite a while."
Richie Allen | Head of HR Transformation at Netrio
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90+ hours of manual monitoring reclaimed for customers
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95% of updates filtered out, leaving the 5% that matters
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40+ updates each quarter in the USA alone
Gain clarity, act, and have peace of mind
Compliance Watchtower explains what is changing, why it matters, and the steps to take next.
See how changes affect your company
When a legal requirement changes, you'll receive proactive notifications and clear, actionable guidance on how it affects you.
Put insights into action
On the dashboard, you'll see a simplified view of upcoming risks, helping you identify the immediate impact and actions required.
Plan your expansion with confidence
Search local laws, regulations, and compliance requirements to make proactive decisions about your future workforce footprint.
Comprehensive coverage
Remote Watchtower gives you the confidence that your business can manage the complexities of HR and employment law compliance accurately and efficiently, regardless of where your team is based.
Wage and hour laws
Health and safety regulations
Equality and anti-discrimination
Employee leave entitlements
Contract and employment terms
Benefits and pensions
Immigration and right to work
Collective bargaining and industrial relations
Flexible working regulations
Want more hands-on support?
Remote EOR simplifies hiring, payroll, and the management of international employees, while keeping your business fully compliant. Remote continually monitors local employment laws and proactively implements any necessary changes on your behalf.
Remote will manage all updates and keep you informed when anything changes. That reduces stress, increases peace of mind, and gives you more time to focus on growing your business.
Organisations across the globe maintain compliance with Remote.
Join the customers who rely on Remote to transform their business.
“We regard Remote as a leading, trusted partner in this field. The expert support they offer in local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has streamlined our workflows and unlocked greater opportunities for growth and success on a global scale.”
Were we to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 USD more each year. Remote not only removes that financial strain but also lifts the operational burden from our team, allowing us to focus on growing the business with confidence and efficiency.
“Payroll is processed monthly, twice-monthly and hourly across multiple currencies worldwide, and our Finance Manager has complete visibility from a single consolidated platform. With Remote, this becomes possible.”
“We engage 460+ Contractors worldwide. Otherwise, I would have to take on five to six full-time staff to handle compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has unquestionably saved us both time and money.”
“We regard Remote as a leading, trusted partner in this field. The expert support they offer in local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has streamlined our workflows and unlocked greater opportunities for growth and success on a global scale.”
Were we to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 USD more each year. Remote not only removes that financial strain but also lifts the operational burden from our team, allowing us to focus on growing the business with confidence and efficiency.
“Payroll is processed monthly, twice-monthly and hourly across multiple currencies worldwide, and our Finance Manager has complete visibility from a single consolidated platform. With Remote, this becomes possible.”
“We engage 460+ Contractors worldwide. Otherwise, I would have to take on five to six full-time staff to handle compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has unquestionably saved us both time and money.”
“We regard Remote as a leading, trusted partner in this field. The expert support they offer in local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has streamlined our workflows and unlocked greater opportunities for growth and success on a global scale.”
Were we to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 USD more each year. Remote not only removes that financial strain but also lifts the operational burden from our team, allowing us to focus on growing the business with confidence and efficiency.
“Payroll is processed monthly, twice-monthly and hourly across multiple currencies worldwide, and our Finance Manager has complete visibility from a single consolidated platform. With Remote, this becomes possible.”
“We engage 460+ Contractors worldwide. Otherwise, I would have to take on five to six full-time staff to handle compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has unquestionably saved us both time and money.”
Clear pricing, no guesswork
- No hidden fees: clear, upfront pricing
- Pay for what you use: simple, predictable costs
- Designed for global teams: scales with your business
Frequently asked questions
Yes, Compliance Watchtower is built to support companies operating in multiple countries using our Employer of Record and Payroll products. The platform delivers comprehensive HR compliance and employment law coverage, including legal updates, salary changes, and benefit adjustments, tailored to each jurisdiction's specific legal requirements.
HR compliance means ensuring an organisation follows the full set of laws, regulations, and guidelines that govern how employees must be treated at work. It covers many areas, including hiring practices, workplace safety, wage and hour laws, anti-discrimination protections, and data protection.
Its aim is to establish a safe and fair working environment while reducing legal risk for the organisation. Companies need to keep up to date with requirements at national, regional, and local levels, and implement policies and procedures that consistently meet those standards across the organisation.
Effective HR compliance requires regular audits, accurate record keeping, and timely updates to policies and procedures as laws change. It's an ongoing process that needs continual attention and adjustment to keep pace with new legislation and evolving HR best practices.
Prioritising HR compliance helps organisations reduce the risk of fines, penalties, and legal claims, while fostering a company culture that attracts and retains top talent.
Employment law covers the legal framework that sets out rights and obligations between employers and people who perform work. It addresses many topics, including, but not limited to, anti- discrimination protections, labour relations, and minimum wage requirements. Employment law aims to ensure fair treatment in the workplace, promote safe working conditions, and provide clear rules for both employers and employees regarding their responsibilities and entitlements.
A compliance issue can occur when an organisation fails to comply with legal statutes, regulations, standards, or ethical practices that apply to its operations.
Examples include breaches of employment law, violations of data-protection rules, or non-compliance with payroll reporting obligations.
Such issues may result in legal penalties, financial loss, reputational harm, and damage to employee morale and customer trust.
Dealing with these matters promptly and effectively is essential to preserve a business's integrity and operational success.
Compliance Watchtower issues alerts for a broad range of employment-law changes, such as mandatory salary increases, changes to leave entitlements, alterations to working hours, and updates to health and safety regulations. It aims to cover the HR and employment-law matters that may affect your global workforce.
Compliance Watchtower converts complex HR and legal changes into clear, actionable next steps. It not only notifies you of what changed but also explains the impact on your operations and the actions you should take to remain compliant, making the process easier to manage.
Remote uses advanced technology and a team of legal experts to monitor and analyse employment laws in real time across all the countries where Remote operates. This enables timely alerts and updates to appear on your dashboard, helping you stay one step ahead in managing compliance.
Remote provides compliance updates and recommendations for informational purposes and does not offer legal advice. If you use Remote and require a more detailed explanation, consult a legal or HR professional for guidance tailored to your specific situation.
If you are a customer of Remote through our Employer of Record (EOR) or Payroll service, you can consult our dedicated team of legal experts for further guidance and clarification. The team is available to provide personalised support to ensure your questions are fully answered.
Compliance Watchtower is part of Remote's Global HR Services, our product that helps companies centralise HR processes for employees around the world.
Customers can also access Compliance Watchtower updates for the countries where they employ people using Remote's EOR or Payroll services.