PEO works as an outsourced HR unit supported by an external HR solution provider. Many aspects of HR is absorbed by the solution provider under a PEO model. This can vary depending on the service agreement but can include aspects such as employee administration, payroll processing, work permits, worker compensation insurance, benefits management, recruitment and onboarding, and more.

PEO is a flexible solution that allows companies to increase their workforce despite headcount and resource limitations. Good for companies looking to expand into new locations, and its benefits include:

• Short implementation process (ready in 48 hours)
• Cuts cost – lowers the barrier of entry into new markets
• Save time and money
• Ensures and maintains payroll compliance
• Creates smoother HR experience for employees

PEO is a highly inexpensive solution for businesses looking to expand into a new location. Starting at US$300/Month, businesses are able to have someone on the ground without the need of setting up a business entity that normally requires greater in-country capital and is often costly to set up and maintain.

As a professional HR service, PEOs can help you protect your business against fines and penalties by having compliance experts manage your HR function. This is especially beneficial for the management of new markets and foreign locations where you have limited knowledge of local payroll tax laws and reporting requirements, unemployment insurance, workers’ compensation, hiring and HR compliance.

In most cases, payroll falls under the scope of PEO. This is especially useful for companies growing their workforce rapidly or are struggling to keep up with local regulatory compliance, MPF contributions and more.

Once payroll is set up properly management (even for multi-country) is fairly straightforward. Quality PEO services ensure your employees are paid accurately and on-time, giving companies the peace of mind that their business is fully compliant with local regulations around MPF contributions with dedicated help desk support.

Key aspects to note when deciding on a PEO partner:

• Service coverage (location & scope)
• Information security and data privacy
• Level of local knowledge and  support

At Links, we offer flexible payroll covering 30+ locations across Asia Pacific & the Middle East. Using a 100% in-country service delivery model, companies can safely rely on us to deliver their PEO.

Links provides EoR services 100% from our own Links entities / team.

Links and the Client maintain an open communication channel and as part of it, if there are any performance issues leading up to the termination, Client should communicate this intention to Links prior to any communication with the employee(s).  Links will advise the compliance and market practice to the client, and will support all administration needed in the termination process.

Some Clients sign a separate non-disclosure clause with the employee, or input certain IP protection clause in the Employment Contract.  Note that however, such laws are majorly not enforceable as part of the Labour Law in most locations.  Therefore, Links will advise the Client what is the current market practice in the location, prior to suggesting where to get employee’s consent in writing.

Yes, Links offers Group Company Insurances in almost all locations.  Note that for some locations, it is a market practice for employees to purchase their own insurance plans and employee can reimburse this paid amount via Links if needed.

Expenses claim will be added to the Total Monthly Gross Relevant Income, and is subject to the corresponding monthly fees relevant to the payout range.

Yes, we are able to provide recruitment and sourcing solution in Singapore, Hong Kong, Mainland China.

Normally, our EOR clients provide work equipment for their employees from their end. However, if needed, Links will be able to purchase the required equipment on behalf of the client and the cost will be charged back to the client.

Upon confirmation of service agreement, our team will reach out to the client to obtain necessary information pertaining to the employee. Once our team receives the information, we will prepare the employment contract according to local labour laws and reach out to the employee for signing within 48 hours.

Links has our own in-country teams across the region directly supporting our clients in each location. These in-country teams are seasoned with over 20 years of experience in local markets, and are well-equipped with knowledge in respect of local labour laws and regulations, market practices, cultural considerations and customs that might be preferred from industry to businesses. From historical changes to such laws, to future implementations by the government and shift of hiring or employment landscape, our teams work very close with our clients to ensure a hassle-free and compliance hiring across the region, and takes care of any administrations required as part of the service.