PEO SERVICES IN ICELAND

To make your expansion into Iceland go hassle-free and cost-effective you can utilise our PEO services which enable you to start your Icelandic business in days. With a small economy, an active consumer market, and a well-developed trading structure, Iceland is in the crosshairs of many innovative companies. Iceland’s economy knows a broad history of increase and decrease resulting in a mixed economy with the service sector as its main pillar. The country relies heavenly on tourism, but the software sector and biotechnology are rapidly gaining ground too. Iceland’s main export products are tourism, marine products, and aluminium.

With well-developed trade agreements across Europe and the United States, Iceland has plenty to offer to any business looking for new opportunities.

Why choose a PEO when expanding into Iceland?

A Professional Employer Organisation offers you a launchpad for global expansion. By using a PEO in Iceland there is no need to set up a legal entity including all tax registrations and complicated paperwork, and you can start doing business within days. At Bradford Jacobs, we made it our goal to gain expert inside knowledge on Icelandic payroll, taxes, labour laws, and other local regulations. By utilising our sources, you can start your Global Expansion hassle-free and at a low cost. We can provide specific support for payroll, taxation, Human Resources, and compliance issues as you expand your operations and enforce your workforce.

If you are ready to start your global success with us, you can add new international talent to your company within days. We have the connections and network to locate talents that meet your needs and wishes on all levels. Without the need for you to create an Icelandic subsidiary, your new employee can benefit your business in Iceland in days instead of months. Needless to say, we ensure your company complies with all regulations and laws, areas to which can incur severe penalties would you fail to adhere. Your chosen candidate is hired through our agencies in Iceland and remains under your day-to-day control.

How does a Professional Employer Organisation work in Iceland?

Your business is not like any other, and we get that. Your international plans require solutions that match these plans, your goals, and your business strategy. Therefore, our PEO services provide a consultative approach and a tailor-made solution because we know one size does not fit all.

A PEO works with Employer of Record (EOR) agencies. This agency can function as the employer of your new workforce. Our EOR agencies in Iceland enable you to operate staff in-country without worrying about HR (Human Resources) services, tax, payroll, hiring, firing, or adapting to changes in local regulations and employment laws. The EOR will take on these tasks and will be fully responsible.

When you hire us as a PEO, we agree and establish a contract between you and Bradford Jacobs. We also agree with your new employee in Iceland and signed an employment contract with this person. Your new workforce’s daily workflow and tasks will be under your guidance. Although we function as your employee’s legal employer, they perform duties for your business as a part of your team.

  • You want to deploy an existing employee or recruit new talent in Iceland
  • Once the candidate is selected, Bradford Jacobs steps in as their EOR through our Icelandic entity. We guarantee compliance with employment contracts, payroll, HR, tax, required visas or work permits
  • Within a few days, your company will have an international presence in a new market, in a prime position without the risks, hassle, or expenses of setting up your subsidiary
  • You will control the employee daily while we manage all work-related registration formalities. Our consultants inform your employee about their holidays, benefits, and entitlements policies
  • All approved declarations and completed timesheets are sent to us by the employee. We will invoice you, and once the payment is completed, we will deduct all contributions from the authorities and transfer the balance into the employee’s account.

What are the benefits of using PEO services in Iceland?

When expanding your business into Iceland, there are many opportunities to seek and explore. With us as your trusted partner, you can solely focus on these opportunities without worrying about the following:

  • Registering with the Tax Office
  • Registering with the Social Security
  • Setting up a bank account
  • Creating employment contracts
  • Applying for special expatriation status (if applicable)
  • Calculating monthly salary and producing payslips
  • Researching available tax-free allowances
  • Submitting wage tax returns and national insurance forms
  • Corresponding with involved parties
  • Annual accounts, administration, and year-end statements
  • Creating payment schedules for wages tax, national insurance, and net wages
  • Personal income tax returns

Our PEO and EOR employment solutions enable you to create and maintain your mobile workforce legally and officially employed in Iceland without establishing a legal entity in-country. No expensive, time-consuming processes with the risk of not complying with foreign laws and regulations, but an efficient, fast, and stress-free alternative to conquer new markets.

You select your candidates, and we do the rest. We provide:  

  • Customised solutions for all nationalities moving to work in Iceland
  • Local specialists providing you with ongoing business support
  • Extensive EOR expertise ensuring that your employees benefit from any treaties on expatriate tax, double taxation treaties, reclaimable expenses, or social security agreements
  • Employees can use their accountant and cover the fees to the level our accountant charges.
  • One-to-one contact with our consultants

Benefits for Employers when using PEO services in Iceland

  • A rapid solution to onboarding employees for your international expansion
  • Total control over operating budgets as all costs are detailed at outset for full transparency
  • Minimal paperwork or red tape. Since you do not need to set up an entity, you can start operating in Iceland within days
  • Expert guidance with employment and compliance issues
  • Reduced accountancy and legal costs
  • Statutory professional insurance

Benefits for Employees when using PEO services in Iceland

  • Worry-free local employment contract compliant with local regulations
  • On-time and 100% accurate salary payment
  • Great benefits
  • One-to-one professional HR advice
  • Updates on tax and compliance regulations

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