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How to Hire Workers in United Kingdom | Employer of Record (EOR) in United Kingdom

Expand your business into the UK with confidence using our Employer of Record (EOR) services. We handle all aspects of local employment, including payroll, benefits, and compliance with UK labor laws. Our personalized approach ensures that your business operations in the UK run smoothly, giving you peace of mind as you grow your presence in this dynamic market.

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The United Kingdom, celebrated for its rich historical tapestry, dynamic cultural diversity, and sophisticated business environment, stands as an alluring opportunity for businesses eyeing international expansion in a landscape that seamlessly blends tradition with modernity.

Creating a worldwide workforce is a continuous process that extends beyond a contract.

TCWGlobal surpasses the typical employer of record (EOR) by ensuring that your team receives personalized attention, ranging from smooth payrolling management to customized benefits based on your specific needs and location.

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Worker Classifications

Employees in the UK may be classified as casual, which means they work as needed. If there is no minimum number of guaranteed weekly hours, a "zero hours contract" may be considered.

Fixed-Term Contracts

Fixed-term contracts are permitted in the UK without a maximum duration. However, successive fixed-term contractors for four or more years will be automatically deemed permanent.

Probationary Periods

Probationary periods are permitted in the UK and there is no maximum, but they are customarily for three or six months.

Holidays

Workers are entitled to public holidays as prescribed by their country/state. Most of the UK recognizes 8 bank holidays per year. If required to work any public holiday, the worker is entitled to a day of in lieu.

Vacation

Workers receive 20 days of paid vacation per year (in addition to the 8 public holidays) and do not carry over year over year. Vacation time is accrued per paycheck and if unused, paid out upon termination.

Sick Leave

Most Workers qualify for Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) if they are sick for at least 4 days in a row. SPP payments are typically a reduced portion of the Worker's normal pay for up to 28 weeks.

Overtime

Overtime is only paid if agreed to in the employment contract and based on Client approval in accordance with business necessity.

Termination

Unless a Worker is guilty of gross misconduct or loses the right to work in the UK, employers are required to dismiss Workers fairly and reasonably. That includes, among other considerations, providing the requisite notice based on the Worker’s length of service or payment in lieu, if permitted. 

Resignation

Workers must give Client and/or Contractor two weeks’ notice of termination of their employment unless otherwise agreed by the parties.

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