Growing your freelancer workforce globally comes with its challenges – contract management, local compliance, misclassification risk and multi-currency payments can quickly become complicated. That’s where an Agent of Record (AOR) comes in.
At Project Global, we take care of the legal, tax, and payment complexities, ensuring your freelancers remain compliant and are paid accurately. With our AOR services, you can scale your business with confidence – risk-free and hassle-free.
What is an Agent of Record (AOR)?
An Agent of Record (AOR) is a company or individual officially appointed to manage the administrative, legal, and compliance matters on behalf of another business.
In simple terms, an AOR takes care of hiring, contracting, payments, and compliance – so you don’t have to.
Businesses tend to use an AOR when:
- Expanding into new markets
- Hiring freelancers or contractors overseas
- Dealing with complex employment laws
- Managing payroll across many countries
What Does an AOR Do?
An AOR takes responsibility for managing your compliance and risk management, ensuring your business follows local employment laws. In addition an AOR looks after:
- Freelancer & Contractor Management: Handling onboarding, contracts, and classification.
- Payroll & Tax Filing: Ensuring payments are made on time and compliantly.
- Legal Representation: Acting as the official employer or intermediary where needed.
At Project Global, we provide AOR services in several countries where we have legal entities. These include the UK, Ireland, USA, Germany, India, Singapore and Hong Kong. For other locations, we offer freelancer management services in over 130 countries.
AOR vs. EOR?
Many people confuse AOR and EOR (Employer of Record). Here’s the difference:
- AOR: Manages compliance, payments, and administration for freelancers and independent contractors.
- EOR: Acts as the legal employer for full-time employees in countries where a business doesn’t have an entity.
At Project Global, we specialise in AOR services for companies hiring freelancers and independent workers worldwide. We also cover EOR services for your employees.
Why Use an AOR?
Hiring global talent without an AOR can lead to legal risks, misclassified workers, and compliance fines. The right AOR helps protect your business:
- Stay compliant: Avoid fines and penalties and reputational risks by following local laws.
- Save time: You can focus on growing your business
- Pay freelancers easily: One payment. No more paperwork, or banking issues.
- Expand faster: Hire in new markets without setting up a legal entity.
Project Global: Your Trusted AOR Partner
At Project Global, we help businesses hire and pay freelancers worldwide. Our AOR services ensure that every hire is legal, compliant, and risk-free.
We offer:
- AOR services where we have legal entities
- Freelancer management in 130+ countries
- Expert compliance and legal support
We help you scale with confidence.
- Personalised, high-touch support
- AOR services in key markets + freelancer management in 130+ countries.
- Transition freelancers into full-time roles if needed.
- A team of professionals by your side, ensuring smooth global hiring and payments.
Want to hire global talent the right way? Speak to our team of global experts.
