Legally hire and pay employees in Africa

Whether you're hiring a new team member in Nigeria, trying to reduce payroll in Kenya, or expanding to Ghana with no legal entity, we've got you covered

Hiring and managing employees in Africa can be stressful

We get it. Because you don’t know what you don’t know. With more than 50 complicated labour laws and practices. How do you get the so called "exceptional talents in Africa" 

Simplifying global employment for your business growth

WorkShift's Employer of Record service employs your Africa team on your behalf, allowing them to work for you as seamlessly as your local employees.

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How Workshift helps reduce the headache of hiring in Africa

We understand the market and legal situations in all African countries, positioning us to better advise anyone looking to hire, manage, or pay remote employees or contractors.

  • Onboard in minutes

    Hire and onboard employees across Africa
to maximise productivity on day one. Workshift handles everything from benefits enrolment to assigning required trainings.

  • Pay locally in days – not weeks

    Ensures your employees get paid on time and receive their salaries at the same time despite being in different countries and time zones.

  • Run a local, compliant payroll

    Different countries across Africa have different ways of calculating payroll and payroll taxes. Workshift helps you pay each employee without having to worry about complex formulas.

  • Tailored benefits packages

    Offer competitive, locally-relevant benefits packages to attract top African talent. From health insurance to pension plans, we've got you covered with customizable options that comply with each country's regulations.

  • Expert Support When You Need It

    Our dedicated team of experts is here to support you every step of the way. Whether you have questions about compliance or need assistance with payroll, our knowledgeable support staff is just a message away.

  • Africa-Specific Expertise

    Navigate the complex landscape of African labor laws with confidence. Our local experts ensure you're always up-to-date with the latest regulations, minimizing legal risks and potential fines 

How does an EOR work?

An Employer of Record (EOR) officially hires employees in other countries on behalf of their client. For example, if your company is legally registered in the United States and you want to hire an employee in Ghana, you can do so through an Employer of Record (EOR).

In this partnership, you are still in charge of the employee's day-to-day operations -- such as tasks, meetings, performance reviews, and termination decisions -- while we handle the administrative burden of managing a foreign workforce.

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Why Choose Workshift?

We understand the market and legal situations in all African countries, positioning us to better advise anyone looking to hire, manage, or pay remote employees or contractors.

  • Easy setup

    Hire and onboard global employees to maximise productivity on day one.

  • Lower costs

    Expanding into new African countries can be a nightmare and extremely costly. Workshift saves you up to 90% of your money.

  • Run a local, compliant payroll

    You can be rest assured that you are completely risk-free and in compliance with all global, local labor, and tax laws

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