Hire in Europe

Hire in Europe

Are you planning to hire in Europe?

Building a global remote team in today’s job market is one of the key identifiers of growth as it expands an organization’s global reach and consumer base. Another sweet spot to going international is the access to building your team from the global pool of top talent.

While there are many benefits to building a global remote team, the process of hiring in Europe and building a global team can be complex, challenging, and time-consuming.  However, with the aid of an Employer of Record like Skuad, you can hire in Europe and enjoy the numerous benefits of growing a global remote team with no hassle.

Tech Hiring Trends in Europe

The Covid-19 outbreak had a disastrous effect on the world economy, as is widely known. Following the relaxation of lockdowns across Europe, the economies gradually began to perk up with resumed commercial activity. 

The following are some of the European tech trends data aggregated by Burning Glass, and CompTIA.

• Economic growth is expected to be 6.4 percent in Spain at 1198 billion, 6.0 percent in Romania at 237 billion, 5.8 percent in France at 2409 billion, and 4.2 percent in Italy and the Czech Republic at 1727 billion and 226 billion, respectively. 
• Other nations anticipated for lower-end growth include Belgium (4.0% at 475 billion), Portugal (3.9% at 211 billion), Germany (3.6% at 3542 billion), the Netherlands, and Poland, all of which are projected for 3.5 percent growth.
• In comparison to other nations like the United States, the unemployment rate in European countries has been relatively consistent during the height of the Covid-19 epidemic, with the exception of Spain, which has an unemployment rate of more than 15%.

Hire with Skuad

Skuad’s global HR platform enables you to hire, onboard, manage payroll and ensure full compliance with the employment laws and tax in over 150 countries. Whether you plan to hire full-time employees or contractors, Skuad enables you to hire in Europe without requiring you to set up a subsidiary, thereby saving time and money while ensuring full compliance with the employment laws and tax regulations.

Hire your dedicated team of professionals in Europe with the right set of skills that suits best for your organization with the help of Skuad experts.

Hire, onboard, pay, and manage your remote team in Europe.

• Russia
• Germany
• United Kingdom
• France
• Italy
• Spain
• Ukraine
• Poland
• Romania
• Netherlands
• Belgium
• Czech Republic (Czechia)
• Greece
• Portugal
• Sweden
• Hungary
• Belarus
• Austria
• Serbia
• Switzerland
• Bulgaria
• Denmark
• Finland
• Slovakia
• Norway
• Ireland
• Croatia
• Moldova
• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Albania
• Lithuania
• North Macedonia
• Slovenia
• Latvia
• Estonia
• Montenegro
• Luxembourg
• Malta
• Iceland
• Andorra
• Monaco
• Liechtenstein

To build a global remote team and hire in Europe, talk to our People Ops experts today, Book a Demo with Skuad.

FAQs

How to hire employees in Europe?

Companies can hire employees in Europe either by establishing a local entity or by partnering with an Employer of Record (EOR). An EOR legally employs workers on behalf of the company, managing compliance, payroll, taxes, and benefits. This approach simplifies the hiring process and reduces administrative burdens.

What is the minimum wage in Europe?

As of January 2025, 22 out of 27 European countries have standard minimum wages, they are as follows:

• 10 EU countries with minimum wages below €1000 per month: Bulgaria (€551), Hungary (€707), Latvia (€740), Romania (€814), Slovakia (€816), Czechia (€826), Estonia (€886), Malta (€961), Greece (€968) and Croatia (€970).
• 6 EU countries with minimum wages ranged from €1000 to € 1500 per month: Cyprus (€1000), Portugal (€1015), Lithuania (€1038), Poland (€1091), Slovenia (€1278) and Spain (€1381).
• 5 EU countries with minimum wages above €1 500 per month: France (€1802), Belgium (€2070), Germany (€2161), the Netherlands (€2193), Ireland (€2282) and Luxembourg (€2638).

Although there is no minimum wage in other EU countries, fair compensation and bargaining is encouraged generally.

How can a US company pay employees in Europe?

A US company can pay employees in Europe via:

• Local subsidiaries or branches, ensuring local tax registration and payroll compliance.
• Employer of Record (EOR) services, which simplify cross-border employment and ensure legal compliance.
• Global payroll platforms or international bank transfers, though these still require local compliance oversight.

What are the employment laws in Europe?

While employment laws are country-specific, many European countries share common standards influenced by EU directives:

• Working hours: Generally 35–40 hours per week, with mandatory rest periods.
• Contracts: Written contracts are required in most jurisdictions.
• Leave: Minimum of 20 paid vacation days per year (EU standard), plus national holidays.
• Termination: Protected by law with required notice periods and, in many countries, severance pay.
• Employee protections: Anti-discrimination laws, parental leave rights, collective bargaining.

How to obtain a work permit in Europe?

Work permit procedures differ country by country. General steps include:

• A job offer from a local employer or company.
• Employer submits a work permit application (often demonstrating no suitable local candidates).
• The employee applies for a work visa/residence permit through the relevant embassy.
• Processing times and documentation (e.g. passport, contract, qualifications) vary widely.

Note: Citizens of EU/EEA countries do not need permits to work within the EU, but foreign nationals (e.g., US citizens) generally do.