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From Global PEO to Direct EOR

International Hiring with EOR:
The Smarter Alternative to Global PEO
Companies expanding internationally need to move quickly while remaining compliant. Organizations have two main options for hiring global talent: Professional Employer Organizations (PEO) or Employer of Record (EOR) services.
Traditional PEOs use co-employment models not recognized in most countries, creating compliance risks. EOR services eliminate this risk by directly employing talent under local laws.
Atlas pioneered the direct EOR model, giving businesses a faster, fully compliant path to global expansion—without entity setup or third-party providers. As the only direct EOR with entities in over 160 countries, we ensure complete compliance, full legal accountability, and zero middlemen.
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Why EOR Beats Global PEO

Global PEOs don’t actually employ your people, they outsource employment to third parties, creating compliance gaps and legal risks. If something goes wrong, the lines of responsibility are unclear.

Atlas' direct EOR model eliminates these risks. We assume the legal responsibility of your talent, ensuring compliance, secure payroll, and seamless HR support. No third parties, no shared liability. Just a reliable global hiring solution that puts you in control.

With Atlas, you stay in control while we handle the complexities—local laws, payroll, and compliance—seamlessly in every country you hire.
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Better Support. Better Benefits.

With Atlas, you get a dedicated account manager—a single point of contact for payroll, compliance, and HR support. Our direct EOR model means no third-party delays, just expert guidance when you need it.

Plus, our global scale gives your team better benefits, from healthcare to retirement plans, at competitive rates. Expand with confidence, knowing your people are fully supported. And happier.

Atlas combines local expertise with global scale, giving your team superior support and benefits, without the complexity of third-party providers.
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Expand Globally 90% Faster

Traditional entity setup takes months and can cost thousands of dollars.

Working with a direct EOR like Atlas means you can hire and onboard international talent in as little as two weeks. Our established legal infrastructure in 160+ countries lets you move quickly on global opportunities without administrative burden. Start executing your international strategy immediately while maintaining full compliance and local expertise.

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"In the space of three to four months that we've been working with Atlas, we have been able to hire employees in eight more countries."

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What are our customers saying?

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So far my experience has been great. The team are very responsive and happy to connect on calls as well as email.

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Remote work with Atlas is easy and quick support when needed. How quick the support is. In less than 1 hour I get answers to my issues.

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The additional learning opportunities available through Atlas are great, and it makes managing my documents and time off simple.

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Our account manager is very good and response time overall for questions is great. It is also relatively easy to onboard new employees.

FAQ at a glance

What's the difference between a PEO and an EOR?

A PEO uses co-employment with shared legal responsibilities, primarily for domestic HR. An EOR assumes full legal employment responsibility, enabling global hiring without entity setup. EORs provide more comprehensive international employment solutions with direct legal accountability.

Are PEOs still relevant for U.S. businesses?

PEOs work well for domestic HR outsourcing, especially for small U.S. businesses seeking administrative support. For international expansion, EOR services offer superior compliance and legal protection, addressing complex global hiring challenges more effectively.

How quickly can I start hiring internationally with an EOR?

With Atlas, you can begin hiring in a new country within two weeks. Our 160+ country legal infrastructure eliminates months-long entity setup processes, enabling rapid, compliant international talent acquisition.

What countries can Atlas help me hire in?

Atlas maintains direct legal entities in over 160 countries across six continents. This global presence allows compliant hiring from major markets to emerging economies, providing comprehensive international employment solutions.

What kind of support can I expect from an EOR like Atlas?

We provide end-to-end international employment support: dedicated account management, local HR expertise, payroll processing, compliance management, and strategic hiring guidance. Our service simplifies global workforce expansion while ensuring legal and operational efficiency.