Question 1

What services does Permworks HR offer?

Accepted Answer

Permworks HR offers both Employer of Record (EOR) services for hiring employees and contractor management services. Our EOR service allows you to hire employees in the Philippines without establishing a local entity, while our contractor service helps you manage and pay contractors compliantly.

Question 2

What's the difference between EOR and contractor services?

Accepted Answer

EOR service is for hiring full employees where Permworks HR becomes the legal employer, handling all benefits, taxes, and compliance. Contractor service is for managing independent contractors with streamlined payment processing and tax compliance, but without employee benefits.

Question 3

How quickly can I hire someone through Permworks HR?

Accepted Answer

Our average onboarding time is 2-3 business days for both employees and contractors once all required documentation is provided. This includes contract preparation, benefits enrollment (for employees), and payment setup.

Question 4

Do I need to have a business entity in the Philippines?

Accepted Answer

No, that's the main benefit of using Permworks HR's services. For employees, we handle all legal employer responsibilities through our EOR service. For contractors, we ensure compliant contractor agreements without requiring a local entity.