Checklist for contractor compliance

Use this checklist to assess whether a new hire should be engaged as a contractor or as an employee.

When hiring international staff, organisations usually pay people in one of two ways: as contractors or as full-time employees. Misclassifying someone who ought to be an employee can expose your company to significant risk. This checklist is intended to help you manage contractor engagements and protect your business.

The steps set out here will help you identify potential problem areas before you make an offer. You will find practical tactics and strategic guidance to help you minimise risk, all provided by Remote’s HR and employment law experts.