Question 1

How long does it take to hire someone in South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Our typical recruitment timeline is 2-4 weeks from brief to offer acceptance. For urgent
needs, we've placed candidates in as little as 1 week. Legal setup and onboarding add
another 1-2 weeks.

Question 2

Do I need to set up a legal entity in South Africa?

Accepted Answer

No. Our Employer of Record service allows you to hire in South Africa without establishing
your own legal entity. We become the legal employer while your employee works exclusively
for you.

Question 3

What's the difference between EOR and having our own entity?

Accepted Answer

With EOR, we handle all legal, payroll, and compliance obligations. You control the work but
we're the employer of record. Setting up your own entity gives you more control but requires
significant setup, ongoing compliance, and local expertise.

Question 4

How do you ensure quality candidates?

Accepted Answer

Every candidate goes through multi-stage screening including skills assessment, reference
checks, and cultural fit evaluation. We also offer a 3-month replacement guarantee on all
permanent placements.

Question 5

What happens if load shedding affects my team?

Accepted Answer

Loadshedding has not been much of an issue in recent years, however if it does start back
up, we ensure all offices have backup power solutions (generators or inverters). For remote
workers, we provide equipment budgets that include UPS systems and mobile hotspots.

Question 6

Can I visit my South African team?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We can arrange office visits, team meetings, and even help coordinate team
events or offsites when you're in South Africa.

Question 7

What are the tax implications of hiring in South Africa?

Accepted Answer

We handle all South African tax compliance including PAYE, UIF, and SDL. For UK tax
implications, we recommend consulting with your UK accountant, though we can provide
guidance on common scenarios.

Question 8

How do you handle performance issues or terminations?

Accepted Answer

We provide HR support for performance management and follow South African labour law
for any terminations. The Labour Relations Act requires fair procedures which we navigate
on your behalf.

Question 9

What currencies do you work in?

Accepted Answer

We quote in GBP but can also work in ZAR, EUR, or USD. Employee salaries are paid in
ZAR.

Question 10

Can you help us expand to other African countries?

Accepted Answer

While our core expertise is South Africa, we have partnerships that allow us to support
expansion into Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, and other African markets.

FAQs

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