Hire international employees as a Dutch company, without legal hassle
Hiring international employees as a Dutch company does not have to be a complex legal process. We arrange contracts, local taxes, payrolling and HR compliance in 30+ countries. custom full-time, everything taken off your hands.
Why Dutch companies choose international employees as a Dutch company.
The Dutch labour market is tight. For many companies that means months of recruitment and ever-rising salaries. Hiring international employees as a dutch company offers a direct solution: access to a talent pool of the same quality, for a fraction of the cost. custom, everything taken off your hands.
Our candidates are carefully selected on education level (HBO+), language skills, and cultural fit with Dutch organizations. We take care of the contracts, payrolling and legal compliance; you manage the employee directly as part of your team. Also read: read our success stories.
When is hiring international employees as a Dutch company right for your situation?
Especially for growing companies that want to scale quickly without letting payroll costs explode. Or for organizations that need specific language or market expertise that is scarce in the Netherlands. For scale-ups, it is often the difference between waiting 6 months for a local hire and starting within 2 weeks.
And when is it not a good fit?
If your team has never worked with remote colleagues and has no documented processes, it is wise to lay that foundation first. We help you with that before we match anyone; a mismatch in work culture is the biggest reason remote collaborations fail.
How does the matching process work at Remote Opus?
We deliberately keep our process simple. You don't need to be a recruiter to have a suitable specialist on board within two weeks. Here's what it looks like:
- Introductory call (day 1) We map out your needs: role, experience, culture, budget and time zone preferences. Free, no obligation and in 20 minutes.
- Sourcing & screening (days 2-7) Our team selects candidates from our network and conducts skills assessments and cultural fit interviews.
- Shortlist presentation (days 8-10) You receive 3 pre-selected candidates with portfolio, video intro and assessment results.
- Interviews & start (days 11-14) You conduct the final interviews. We take care of contracts, payrolling and onboarding.
What do you get when you choose international employees as a Dutch company?
We are not a recruiter and not a staffing agency. We are a matching partner that stays involved as long as needed. In concrete terms, that means:
Local office, local recruitment
We work from local offices in Suriname, Namibia and Asia. Local recruiters who know the market, local payroll, local employment law.
Tailored matching
No database search. We select candidates who fit your organization, culture and goals — personally and thoroughly.
Free replacement
Doesn't the specialist fit after all? We provide a replacement free of charge. No risk, no costs, no hassle.
What our clients say.
The experiences of Dutch e-commerce entrepreneurs and agencies working with Remote Opus.
"We freed up 40% more time, which resulted in strong revenue growth. Our remote specialist understands e-commerce inside out."
"I can deploy four remote employees for the price of one local hire. The quality is high and they are always available in our time zone."
"Remote Opus exceeded all expectations. They found a true GoHighLevel specialist and thanks to him I have achieved great growth in clients."
"A great experience. The selection went smoothly and we decided quickly because they have very good candidates who fit our agency perfectly."
Frequently asked questions about hiring international employees as a Dutch company.
How long does it take to hire international employees as a Dutch company?
At Remote Opus, we match you with a suitable specialist within an average of 14 days. For highly specialized roles, this can take up to 21 days. We always present at least 3 pre-selected candidates.
What does hiring international employees as a Dutch company cost?
Rates start at custom. This is a fixed monthly rate, transparent and including contracts, payrolling, HR and compliance. No setup fees, no hidden costs.
Which countries do your specialists come from?
Depending on the role and language: Suriname (Dutch-speaking), Namibia (German-speaking), or the Philippines, India and Pakistan (English-speaking). All educated at HBO+ (bachelor) level, fluent in the relevant language and trained in Western work culture.
What if the match doesn't work out?
We offer a free replacement. If the collaboration doesn't work out for any reason, we replace the specialist at no extra cost. In addition, you can cancel monthly with a notice period of one calendar month.
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