Build and support your local team

Employment and HR

Different companies, different workforce needs

The right employment setup depends on a company's objectives, organisation, and stage of expansion. Some companies want to hire employees before establishing a legal entity. Others need support managing a growing workforce across several markets.

With specialists in employment, HR, and payroll, we help companies find solutions that fit their needs while supporting local operations and future growth.

How we support your workforce

Employment Services

Hiring local employees can be challenging before a company has established a legal entity in the market.

We can employ staff on your behalf and manage the practical employment administration required to support local operations.

This allows you to build a local presence and access talent before committing to a permanent setup.

HR Support

Managing employees across different markets often involves unfamiliar requirements, local practices, and administrative processes.

We provide practical HR support that helps you manage employee-related activities and day-to-day administration.

This helps create a consistent employee experience while supporting local market requirements.

Payroll Services

Payroll requirements differ significantly between markets and can become increasingly complex as teams grow.

We provide payroll administration and support for salary payments, reporting obligations, and related processes.

This helps you ensure employees are paid correctly and on time, while reducing the administrative burden on internal teams.

Why Business Sweden?

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Local expertise in over 30 markets

Our local teams help you navigate employment and HR requirements and payroll practices in different markets.

Support before and after establishment

We can support different workforce models depending on your stage of expansion, whether or not you have established a legal entity.

A single partner for multiple needs

We can coordinate employment, HR, payroll, establishment, and finance support.

Business Sweden provides advice on market salaries, as well as regulations or expectations
when it comes to the local employment market. We wouldn’t have managed without the
help we get to comply with laws and amendments.
Maria Wennersten, Payroll, Eton

Frequently asked questions

Can we hire employees before establishing a local company?

Yes. Depending on the market and business requirements, Employment Services may provide an option for hiring employees before establishing a local legal entity.

Which markets do you support?

Business Support Services are available in more than 30 markets, although service availability may vary between locations.

Can you support both a single employee and larger teams?

Yes. Support can be adapted to different team sizes and stages of expansion.

What HR support is available?

Available services vary by market but may include practical employment and HR administration support.

Can payroll services be combined with other services?

Yes. Payroll support is often combined with employment, HR, establishment, and finance services.

Additional support services

Establishment and workspace

Create a local presence and build the right foundation for growth with support for company establishment, virtual office services, and flexible workspace solutions.

Explore establishment and workspace

Finance and controlling

Manage local finance operations with support for accounting, reporting, payroll administration, and financial processes. We help you maintain control and meet local requirements.

Explore finance and controlling

Let's discuss your expansion plans

Asia-Pacific Petty Shi

Support based on your situation

Tell us which market you are considering and what support you need. Our specialists can help you explore the services available for your business.