Company Background
This Hong Kong-headquartered technology company has teams across Hong Kong and Mainland China. As the organization continues to grow, it has been evaluating expansion strategies in Southeast Asia to support future talent needs.
Hiring Goals
The company was exploring the possibility of hiring IT talent in the Philippines. Without a legal entity in the country, they needed a compliant hiring solution that would allow them to onboard talent quickly when needed, without the complexity of setting up a local entity.
Challenges Faced
- No Legal Entity in the Philippines: The company could not directly employ talent without establishing local operations.
- Budget Constraints: Although there were no current hiring bottlenecks, there was no immediate budget allocated for expansion in the Philippines.
- Planning for the Future: The exploration was initiated by the CEO to prepare for potential hiring needs and avoid delays when growth accelerates.
Solution
The company engaged Second Talent to understand how EOR could support their future hiring plans:
- Clear Hiring Pathway: Second Talent provided a detailed overview of the EOR process, helping the team prepare for future hiring with confidence.
- On-Demand Readiness: The EOR model would allow the company to hire quickly when needed, even without a local entity.
- Local Expertise: Insights into labor laws, cost structures and timelines in the Philippines helped inform future planning.
Results Achieved
Although there was no immediate hiring requirement, the company gained a clear understanding of how Second Talent’s EOR model could support future growth. The conversation helped lay the foundation for collaboration when hiring needs become more active in the Philippines.
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