EOR and Managed Payroll Services in Singapore
Singapore Hiring Guide 2026
Hire employees in Singapore quickly and compliantly without establishing a local entity
Singapore remains one of Asia’s leading business hubs, attracting international companies with its stable economy, highly educated workforce, strategic location and business-friendly environment. However, navigating local employment law, payroll compliance, immigration requirements and workforce regulations can be complex for overseas businesses.
We Are Hanover Global Services
Structured Global Hiring, Without the Usual Complexity
Hanover Global Services simplifies international hiring in Singapore through fully managed Employer of Record (EOR) and Managed Payroll services.
As your local employment partner, we enable you to hire employees, contractors and project-based workers in Singapore without the need to establish your own local company.
Whether you are hiring a single remote employee, building a regional APAC team, expanding operations into Southeast Asia, or mobilising specialist talent across multiple jurisdictions, our human-led approach ensures compliant and efficient workforce expansion.
What we offer
Why choose Hanover Global Services in Singapore?
Human-led global expansion
Forget software-only platforms. Hanover Global Services provides dedicated support with a single point of contact guiding your business through onboarding, payroll, compliance and workforce management.
Hire in Singapore without establishing a local entity
Quickly onboard employees in Singapore without the time, cost and administrative burden of setting up a subsidiary.
Payroll & employment compliance
We manage:
- Employment contracts compliant with Singapore labour law
- Payroll processing
- CPF contributions
- Tax administration
- HR support
- Statutory compliance
Immigration & work pass support
We support businesses with:
- Employment Pass (EP) applications
- S Pass applications
- Work Permit coordination
- Regional workforce mobilisation
Support for complex workforce requirements
We regularly support:
- Multi-country APAC expansions
- Technology & AI companies
- Renewable energy projects
- Engineering & infrastructure businesses
- Start-ups & scale-ups
- Professional services firms
- Regional headquarters expansion
Transparent pricing
Clear, straightforward pricing with no hidden platform fees.
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What Our Singapore EOR & Managed Payroll Services Include
Our Singapore Employer of Record and Managed Payroll services include:
- Legal employment of workers in Singapore
- Singapore-compliant employment contracts
- Monthly payroll processing
- CPF administration
- Tax withholding & reporting
- Benefits administration
- HR support
- Onboarding & offboarding
- Immigration & visa coordination
- Contractor engagement solutions
- Ongoing compliance management
- International workforce expansion support
Expand your workforce globally
Why Hire in Singapore?
Access to highly skilled talent
Singapore offers one of Asia’s most educated and internationally connected workforces, particularly across:
- Technology
- Financial services
- Artificial intelligence
- Biotechnology
- Fintech
- Professional services
- Supply chain & logistics
Strategic Asia-Pacific hub
Located at the centre of Southeast Asia, Singapore provides businesses with excellent connectivity to regional and international markets.
Stable and business-friendly environment
Singapore consistently ranks among the easiest places globally to do business due to:
- Transparent regulation
- Strong legal protections
- Low corruption
- Efficient infrastructure
- Competitive corporate taxation
Regional expansion gateway
Many international companies use Singapore as their regional headquarters for expansion across Asia-Pacific markets.
Get in touch
Ready to start your EOR & Managed Payroll journey?
Contact Hanover Global Services today to discuss your hiring and workforce expansion plans.
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Employment & Payroll Overview in Singapore
Employment contracts
Employment contracts in Singapore should clearly define compensation, working hours, leave entitlements, bonuses, termination provisions, and confidentiality obligations.
Payroll & salary payments
Payroll is typically processed monthly. Employers are responsible for CPF contributions, tax reporting, payslip issuance, and statutory compliance.
Working hours
Singapore generally operates a standard 44-hour working week, although working practices vary significantly depending on sector and role.
Overtime
Eligible employees covered under the Employment Act may receive overtime pay at 1.5 times their hourly rate for qualifying overtime hours
Annual leave & public holidays
Employees are typically entitled to a minimum of 7 days of annual leave, increasing with length of service, paid public holidays, and paid sick leave subject to eligibility requirements.
Central Provident Fund (CPF)
Both employers and employees contribute to Singapore’s mandatory CPF social security scheme, subject to eligibility rules and residency status.
Taxation
Singapore has one of the world’s most competitive tax systems, with progressive personal income tax rates, a corporate tax rate capped at 17%, and foreign-sourced income that may qualify for exemptions.
Operating across complex employment landscapes
Hiring Foreign Workers in Singapore
Foreign nationals working in Singapore typically require an appropriate work pass or employment visa. Common visa categories include:
Employment Pass (EP) – For professionals, managers and executives meeting salary and qualification thresholds.
S Pass – For mid-skilled foreign workers meeting Ministry of Manpower criteria.
Work Permit -Typically used for workers in sectors such as Construction, manufacturing, marine and services
Hanover Global Services supports businesses with work pass coordination, immigration processes and workforce mobilisation across Singapore and wider Asia-Pacific markets.
Industries We Support in Singapore
We support international businesses across sectors including:
- Technology & SaaS
- Fintech
- Artificial intelligence
- Renewable energy
- Engineering & infrastructure
- Financial services
- Life sciences
- Professional services
- Logistics & supply chain
- Regional headquarters operations
Country Facts
Did You Know?
- Singapore is consistently ranked among the easiest countries globally for doing business.
- The Port of Singapore is one of the busiest shipping hubs in the world.
- Singapore is a leading global centre for fintech, artificial intelligence and regional headquarters operations.
- English is the primary business language, making Singapore highly accessible for international companies.
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Frequently Asked Questions – Singapore EOR & Managed Payroll Services
What is an Employer of Record (EOR) in Singapore?
An Employer of Record legally employs workers on behalf of an international business, allowing companies to hire employees in Singapore without establishing a local entity.
Can I hire employees in Singapore without opening a company?
Yes. Hanover Global Services enables businesses to hire employees in Singapore quickly and compliantly through our EOR solution.
Can you support Employment Pass applications?
Yes. We support Employment Pass, S Pass and wider immigration coordination processes.
How quickly can employees be onboarded?
Timelines vary depending on employment contracts, payroll setup and visa requirements, but onboarding can often be completed within days for local hires.
Can you support regional APAC expansion?
Yes. We regularly support multi-country hiring and workforce expansion across Asia-Pacific jurisdictions.
Do you support contractors in Singapore?
Yes. We assist with contractor engagement solutions and workforce structuring support.
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Speak to a Singapore EOR Specialist
Hanover Global Services helps international businesses hire employees in Singapore quickly, compliantly and efficiently.
Forget software – this is expansion with a human touch.
Contact Hanover Global Services today to discuss your Singapore hiring and expansion plans.