WHAT IT MEANS
EMPLOYER OF RECORD
Hire in APAC Without a Local Entity
AYP’s Employer of Record service enable businesses to hire, manage and pay across Asia without a local entity. With our localized HR support, we ensure local compliance, onboarding, and workplace requirements for a smooth business expansion.
Local HR Expertise
Compliant Employment
Transparent Pricing
Trusted by global leaders across industries
An Employer of Record is a company that becomes the legal employer of your employee in a country where you have no entity. The EOR signs the employment contract, pays salary through local payroll, and files income tax and social security with the authorities, while your company controls recruitment*, set their work, and review their performance.
Companies use an EOR to put someone on the ground in weeks rather than months, to test a market before registering a company, or to move overseas contractors onto proper employment contracts.
When Should You Use An EOR?
Entering A New Market
Hire employees in a new country without setting up a local entity.
Testing A New Market
Build a local team while testing a new market before committing to an entity.
EOR AT A GLANCE
Everything You Need to Know About AYP’s EOR
From local employment contracts to predictable pricing, get the regional expertise and support you need to grow your team across Asia Pacific.
13+ APAC markets
Hire across Asia Pacific without having to set up multiple entities.
Local teams
HR and payroll specialists in every market, working in the local language.
Compliant contracts
Employment contracts written in the local language and aligned with local labour laws.
As little as 5 days
Start hiring faster in selected markets, including Hong Kong, the Philippines and Taiwan.
Predictable pricing
A monthly fee per employee, not a percentage of a salary.
Transparent terms
Know your costs upfront, with no long-term lock-in and clear terms for your hiring plans.
WHY AYP EOR
Everything You Need to Employ Across APAC
From local compliance and payroll to employee onboarding and exits, AYP's EOR service handles the tedious paperwork so you can focus on building your APAC team.
Hire Without a Local Entity
Expand into new markets without setting up a local company. AYP handles the local employment requirements while you focus on building your team.
THE PROBLEM
Hiring abroad usually means registering a company, a bank account and tax files first.
WITH AYP
Hiring abroad usually means registering a company, a bank account and tax files first.
Faster Start Dates
Get your new hires onboarded faster, so you can secure talent before they move on to another opportunity.
THE PROBLEM
Good candidates accept other offers while paperwork drags on.
WITH AYP
Local hires can start in as little as five working days in Hong Kong, the Philippines and Taiwan.
Compliance Kept Current
Stay compliant as local employment rules change, with experts keeping your workforce aligned in every market.
THE PROBLEM
Labour laws, contribution rates and filing deadlines change every year in every market.
WITH AYP
In-country teams apply the changes, and AYP pays any penalty caused by its own work.
Cleaner Exits and Changes
Handle employee changes with confidence, while keeping every step aligned with local employment requirements.
THE PROBLEM
A badly handled termination can lead to claims and back pay.
WITH AYP
Notice periods, final pay and severance follow local law, handled by AYP's HR team.
Hire Without a Local Entity
Hire Without a Local Entity
Expand into new markets without setting up a local company. AYP handles the local employment requirements while you focus on building your team.
THE PROBLEM
Hiring abroad usually means registering a company, a bank account and tax files first.
WITH AYP
Hiring abroad usually means registering a company, a bank account and tax files first.
Faster Start Dates
Faster Start Dates
Get your new hires onboarded faster, so you can secure talent before they move on to another opportunity.
THE PROBLEM
Good candidates accept other offers while paperwork drags on.
WITH AYP
Local hires can start in as little as five working days in Hong Kong, the Philippines and Taiwan.
Compliance Kept Current
Compliance Kept Current
Stay compliant as local employment rules change, with experts keeping your workforce aligned in every market.
THE PROBLEM
Labour laws, contribution rates and filing deadlines change every year in every market.
WITH AYP
In-country teams apply the changes, and AYP pays any penalty caused by its own work.
Cleaner Exits and Changes
Cleaner Exits and Changes
Handle employee changes with confidence, while keeping every step aligned with local employment requirements.
THE PROBLEM
A badly handled termination can lead to claims and back pay.
WITH AYP
Notice periods, final pay and severance follow local law, handled by AYP's HR team.
LOCAL PAYROLL EXPERTISE
In-country payroll specialists across Asia
AYP employs payroll specialists inside each market. In Singapore, they manage CPF submissions, AIS filings to IRAS, and IR8A preparation. In Malaysia, they handle EPF, SOCSO, and PCB deductions. Each country has its own dedicated team, not a shared offshore operation.
HOW IT WORKS
How AYP Takes Your Hire from Offer to Ongoing Employment
One streamlined process covering contracts, onboarding, payroll and ongoing HR, with local expertise at every step.
01
Share the Role
Tell AYP the country, salary and start date. You get a cost breakdown with employer contributions and the service fee before signing.
02
Contract Issued
AYP drafts a local-language contract with the clauses that market requires and sends it for e-signature.
03
Onboarding
The employee submits documents, is enrolled in statutory schemes and benefits, and gets a work pass if needed.
04
Payroll Runs
AYP pays salary on the local cycle, withholds tax and files contributions with each authority.
05
Ongoing HR
Leave, claims, contract changes and exits go through AYP’s in-country HR team.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
You Lead the Team
We Handle Employment
AYP takes care of the legal, payroll, tax, and employment requirements in each market, while you stay in control of hiring, managing, and growing your team.
as legal employer
Local-language employment contract with the clauses each market requires
Payroll, payslips and income tax withholding on the local pay cycle
Statutory contributions such as EPF, BPJS, SSS and MPF
Statutory leave, public holidays and mandatory benefits
Work visa and permit applications for foreign hires
Notice periods, final pay and exits under local law
Choose who to hire and agree the offer
Assign work and set priorities
Run performance reviews
Approve pay rises, bonuses and leave
Decide when roles open or close
APAC COVERAGE
Local Teams.
Regional Coverage.
One Accountable Partner.
AYP covers payroll across 13 major markets in APAC: Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, India, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Australia, and China. Each market has in-country specialists who handle local contribution filings, tax calculations, and compliance updates.
FIND THE RIGHT FIT
Which AYP Solution Is Right for You?
Choose the right way to manage your APAC workforce based on your existing setup and how you plan to hire.
EXPLORE MORE
More Ways to Support Your APAC Workforce
Go beyond your core employment setup with additional workforce services, or compare AYP with other providers to find the right fit for your business.
HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
Don't Just Take Our Word for It
See why businesses across Asia Pacific trust AYP to manage their people, payroll and compliance as they grow across the region.
"AYP was fast to respond and easy to work with. Whenever we ran into issues, the team was helpful and quick to resolve them. The HR advice and support we received was genuinely valuable."
"AYP provided the perfect one-stop solution for expanding our team outside Singapore. Their simple fee structure and timely, detailed payroll management made the process seamless. We now save time and effort, thanks to their expertise in local employment rules. We highly recommend AYP for an easy, effective, and precise EOR service."
"AYP’s fast responses provided crucial hiring information, making discussions smoother. As I was new to Vietnam’s regulations and payroll, their guidance was invaluable. Even finance and employee tax inquiries were well-supported. The platform is intuitive and efficient. We highly recommend AYP for their expertise and reliability!"
"Before AYP, we were managing everything internally, but the compliance risks became too great. For us, two things were non-negotiable: on-time payroll and full compliance. AYP delivered on both, ensuring we were competitive and compliant. The entire process was smooth, and the online payroll platform made everything easy to manage."
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is an Employer of Record (EOR)?
An Employer of Record (EOR) is as a third-party firm that takes up the legal responsibilities for employees in a company. This makes it easier for companies to recruit without creating another company. The EOR service manages every personnel administration job which includes payroll, tax compliance and benefits management.
Benefits of hiring an Employer of Record (EOR)?
Companies considering an Employer of Record (EOR) benefit in several ways.
- Employer of Record (EOR) can accelerate expansion by swiftly placing personnel in different regions without the hassle of establishing a separate legal entity.
- An Employer of Record or EOR service manages all employment-related administrative tasks – allowing companies to focus on their core business activities.
- Employer of Record (EOR) providers guarantee compliance with all labour regulations by expertly navigating complex employment standards.
Do I have control over the employees if I use an Employer of Record (EOR)?
Yes, the client company retains control over the day-to-day management of the employees. This includes defining job requirements, assigning tasks, supervising work performance, and providing feedback.
How do I choose the right Employer of Record (EOR) provider?
Choosing the right EOR is crucial. Here at AYP, we make it easy:
- Transparent Pricing: Our flat-rate pricing removes the burden of managing payroll and compliance complexities. Hire and manage your global workforce with ease, at a predictable monthly cost.
- Compliance & Advisory: Navigate Asian employment complexities with ease. Our product adapts to regional regulations and practices, from contracts to leave policies, ensuring a smooth onboarding and management experience for your Asian workforce.
- In-house Expert Advisory: AYP offers regional HR specialists dedicated to supporting your team. These experts have in-depth knowledge of country-specific employment regulations,
Do you hire expatriates as part of your Employer of Record service?
Yes, AYP hires expatriates as part of our Employer of Record service. Please speak to AYP’s HR experts to find out more.
What is the process for onboarding an overseas employee?
AYP’s process for onboarding includes:
- Conducting an in-depth analysis of the client’s requirements
- Cost simulation of the employee hiring
- Application of a work visa
- Preparation of the employment contract in the local language
- Employee benefits enrolment
- Providing a welcome email