What is an Employer of Record?
An Employer of Record (EOR) lets you hire, manage, and pay employees in India — compliantly and quickly — without setting up a local legal entity.
Hire in India Without Setting Up a Company
To legally employ someone in India, a company normally needs a registered local entity — a process that takes months and significant capital. An Employer of Record removes that barrier entirely.
LawSync becomes the legal employer of your India-based staff. We handle employment contracts, payroll, statutory compliance, and HR administration. You retain full control over your employees' day-to-day work, direction, and performance.
The result: a fully compliant, productive team in India in as little as 48 hours — at a fraction of the cost and complexity of a subsidiary.
How the relationship works
Direct the work — tasks, goals, performance, projects
Legal employer — contracts, payroll, compliance, HR
Works for you, legally employed by LawSync in India
What LawSync's EOR Service Covers
Every aspect of employing people in India — handled by our team so nothing falls through the cracks.
Employment Contracts
Legally compliant employment agreements drafted and executed under Indian labour law on your behalf.
Payroll Processing
Accurate, on-time salary disbursement with full statutory deductions — PF, ESI, TDS, professional tax.
Statutory Compliance
All filings, returns, and registrations handled — so you never face penalties or compliance gaps.
HR Administration
Onboarding, leave management, benefits, expense reimbursements, and offboarding managed end-to-end.
Employee Benefits
Competitive, locally benchmarked benefits packages including health insurance, gratuity, and more.
Dedicated Support
A named account manager and HR team for both you and your employees — always available when needed.
EOR vs. Setting Up a Subsidiary in India
For most companies entering India, an EOR is faster, cheaper, and lower risk than a subsidiary.
| Aspect | EOR with LawSync | Own Subsidiary |
|---|---|---|
| Time to Hire | As fast as 48 hours | 3–6 months to set up |
| Upfront Cost | Minimal — no capital required | High — legal, registration, office |
| Compliance Risk | Fully managed by LawSync | Entirely on your company |
| Headcount Flexibility | Hire 1 or 1,000 instantly | Slow and costly to scale |
| Local Expertise | Built-in from day one | Must be hired or outsourced |
| Exit Strategy | Wind down quickly if needed | Complex, costly dissolution |
How EOR Works with LawSync
From first conversation to fully onboarded employee — a simple four-step journey.
Share Your Requirements
Tell us about the role, compensation, and start date. We handle everything from there.
We Prepare the Paperwork
Employment contracts, compliance registrations, and benefits setup — all done by our team.
Employee is Onboarded
Your new hire is onboarded in as little as 48 hours, fully compliant and ready to work.
Ongoing Management
We run payroll, manage HR, and handle compliance month after month — you focus on your business.
Who Benefits from an EOR in India?
An EOR is ideal for any company that wants to access India's talent pool without the overhead of a full legal entity. It's especially well-suited for:
- Companies hiring their first 1–10 employees in India
- Startups and scale-ups expanding internationally
- Enterprises testing a new market before committing to a subsidiary
- Businesses that need to hire quickly and compliantly
- Companies looking to reduce HR and compliance overhead
- Organisations with employees spread across multiple Indian states
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does EOR stand for?
EOR stands for Employer of Record. It refers to a company (like LawSync) that becomes the legal employer of your India-based staff, handling all employment obligations while you retain full control over the work your employees do.
Do I lose control of my employees under an EOR arrangement?
No. You retain complete day-to-day management of your employees — their tasks, goals, performance, and direction. The EOR only handles the legal and administrative side of employment.
Is an EOR the same as a staffing agency?
No. A staffing agency recruits and places workers. An EOR employs workers you have already selected, handling the legal, payroll, and compliance obligations. LawSync does not recruit for you — we employ and manage the people you choose to hire.
How quickly can I hire someone in India through LawSync?
In most cases we can onboard a new employee within 48–72 hours of receiving the required documentation — far faster than the 3–6 months it takes to set up a subsidiary.
Is an EOR suitable for just one or two employees?
Absolutely. An EOR is ideal even for a single hire in India, removing the need for a full subsidiary setup regardless of headcount.
What Indian compliance obligations does LawSync manage?
We handle Provident Fund (PF), Employee State Insurance (ESI), Tax Deducted at Source (TDS), professional tax, gratuity, labour law filings, and all other statutory requirements applicable to your employees.
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