What is an International PEO?
An International PEO (Professional Employer Organisation) lets you hire, manage, and pay employees in India — quickly, compliantly, and without setting up a local subsidiary.
Hire in India Without the Complexity
When a company wants to hire employees in India, they typically need to set up a local legal entity — a process that takes months and costs significant capital. An International PEO removes that barrier entirely.
The PEO provider (like LawSync) becomes the legal employer of record for your India-based staff. They handle all employment contracts, payroll, statutory compliance, and HR administration. You retain full control over your employees' day-to-day work and direction.
The result: you can have 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
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What's Included in an International PEO
LawSync's International PEO service covers every aspect of employing people in India — so nothing falls through the cracks.
Employer of Record
The PEO becomes the legal employer of your India-based staff, handling all employment obligations on your behalf.
Payroll & Tax Compliance
Accurate, on-time payroll processing with full compliance — TDS, PF, ESI, professional tax, and more.
HR & Benefits Administration
End-to-end HR support including onboarding, benefits, leave management, and offboarding.
Multi-State Operations
Hire across any Indian state without worrying about varying local labour laws and compliance requirements.
Reporting & Analytics
Real-time dashboards and reports so you always have visibility into your India workforce.
Dedicated Support
A named account manager and HR team available to handle queries from both you and your employees.
International PEO vs. Setting Up a Subsidiary
For most companies entering India, an International PEO is faster, cheaper, and lower risk than a subsidiary.
| Aspect | International PEO (LawSync) | Own Subsidiary |
|---|---|---|
| Setup Time | As fast as 48 hours | 3–6 months |
| Setup Cost | Minimal — no capital required | High — legal, registration, office costs |
| Compliance Risk | Managed by the PEO | Fully on your company |
| Scalability | Hire 1 or 1,000 — instantly | Slow to scale up or down |
| Local Expertise | Built-in from day one | Must be hired or outsourced |
| Exit Flexibility | Wind down quickly if needed | Complex, costly dissolution process |
How It Works with LawSync
From first conversation to fully onboarded employee — here's what the journey looks like.
Consultation
We understand your hiring needs, timelines, and the roles you want to fill in India.
Onboarding Setup
We prepare employment contracts, benefits packages, and compliance documentation.
Employee Onboarding
Your new team members are onboarded in as little as 48 hours, fully compliant.
Ongoing Management
We handle payroll, HR, compliance, and support — you focus on your business.
Who Benefits from an International PEO?
An International PEO 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 that want to reduce administrative burden
- Organisations with employees spread across multiple Indian states
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is an International PEO the same as an Employer of Record (EOR)?
They are closely related. An EOR is the legal employer of your staff in India, while an International PEO is the broader service that includes EOR plus HR, payroll, compliance, and benefits administration. LawSync provides both under one roof.
Do I lose control of my employees under a PEO arrangement?
No. You retain full day-to-day management and direction of your employees — their tasks, goals, and performance. The PEO handles the legal and administrative employment obligations only.
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. This is significantly faster than setting up a subsidiary, which can take 3–6 months.
What happens if I want to stop using the PEO service?
You can wind down or transition at any time. We handle the offboarding process compliantly and can assist with transitioning employees to a subsidiary if you decide to establish one later.
Is an International PEO suitable for just one or two employees?
Absolutely. An International PEO is ideal for companies hiring even a single employee in India, as it removes the need for a full subsidiary setup regardless of headcount.
Ready to Hire in India Without the Complexity?
Book a free consultation with our India expansion experts and get your first employee onboarded in as little as 48 hours.