As organisations continue to expand internationally, many are looking for trusted partners who can simplify the complexities of hiring and employing talent across borders.

That's why activpayroll has partnered with Safeguard Global, a pioneer in global workforce enablement and creator of the modern Employer of Record (EOR) category, to provide customers with a trusted EOR solution.

This partnership enables activpayroll customers to hire employees in countries where they don't yet have a legal entity, while continuing to benefit from activpayroll's expertise in global payroll. Together, we provide a seamless solution that supports every stage of international workforce expansion.

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Why Safeguard Global?

Safeguard Global is one of the world's most experienced Employer of Record providers, helping organisations hire talent quickly, compliantly and confidently across 185+ countries.

What sets Safeguard Global apart is its high-touch, white-glove approach. Customers receive dedicated support from experienced in-country experts, ensuring a personalised service throughout the employee lifecycle.

Whether you're testing a new market, hiring your first international employee or expanding into multiple countries, Safeguard Global provides the expertise and local knowledge needed to navigate global employment with confidence.

A Partnership Built Around Complementary Expertise

While both organisations support global workforces, this partnership has a clear focus.

activpayroll remains the trusted expert in global payroll, while Safeguard Global provides Employer of Record services for customers who need to employ people internationally without establishing a local legal entity.

Together, we help organisations overcome the barriers to international hiring by combining world-class payroll expertise with proven global employment capabilities.

The result is a seamless experience that enables businesses to expand internationally faster, remove compliance risk and provide an outstanding experience for their employees worldwide.

Supporting Global Growth

International expansion shouldn't be slowed down by employment complexity.

Through this partnership, activpayroll customers gain access to a trusted Employer of Record provider that shares the same commitment to exceptional customer service, compliance and long-term customer relationships.

Whether hiring one employee or building an international team, activpayroll and Safeguard Global are helping businesses unlock global talent with confidence.

Safeguard Global is one of a growing number of trusted organisations within activpayroll's Strategic Partner Network. By working with carefully selected partners that complement our global payroll and mobility expertise, we're able to provide customers with access to specialist support wherever they are expanding. Learn more about our Strategic Partner Network and how it helps organisations navigate global growth.

By scaling, streamlining, or ensuring your people are taken care of, we bring absolute clarity to your global business.

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