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Hire Workers in Ecuador

Looking to conquer the world of business without getting tangled up in international employment complexities?

Look no further than TCWGlobal! The best payrolling and global employer of record in Ecuador.

No cultural barrier or legal obstacle will stand in your way with us by your side. We will tailor our services to fit your unique needs and help you shine no matter where you want to operate in the world.

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Fixed-Term Contracts

Fixed term contracts are permitted in Ecuador. The maximum term for fixed term contracts are 24 months, but may be extended twice up to a total of 30 months. If a ficed term contract is terminated early, Workers must be componsated for the remaning argreed-upon term.

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Probationary Periods

In Ecuador, probationary periods have a maximum duration of 90 months.

Holidays

Ecuador has 14 statutory holdiays, which are considered paid time off. Work on stautory holidays should be componsated at 200% of the normal rate.

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Vacation

Workers in Ecuador must submit a medical certificate to the employer and the Ecuador Institute of Social Security (IESS) to be eligble for paid sick leave. The IESS covers the first three eligble sick days. If applicable, the next four to six months of sick leave will be compostated by both the IESS and the employer. The IESS will cover 75% of the Workers wages and the employer will cover 25%.

Sick Leave

Workers in Ecuador must submit a medical certificate to the employer and the Ecuador Institute of Social Security (IESS) to be eligble for paid sick leave. The IESS covers the first three eligble sick days. If applicable, the next four to six months of sick leave will be compostated by both the IESS and the employer. The IESS will cover 75% of the Workers wages and the employer will cover 25%.

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Overtime

Overtime is any time worked over the standard working hours. Daily overtime cannot exceed four (4) hours and weekly overtime cannor exceed twelve (12) hours. Workers performing overtime work must be componsated at 150% of their pay rate.

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Employer of Record

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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