EOR in Spain

Because of its favorable trade conditions, central location, and multilingual workforce, Spain is a common country for expansion. Global companies operating in Spain frequently hire for roles that support digital transformation, multilingual services, and international operations. However, before hiring in Spain, it’s important to understand its employment regulations.

Employment relationships in Spain are governed by such laws as the Workers' Statute (Estatuto de los Trabajadores), the General Law on Social Security (Ley General de la Seguridad Social), and various statutory instruments, as well as collective agreements and individual contracts. The Workers' Statute serves as the primary legal framework, outlining workers' rights, employer obligations, and procedures for labor disputes.

Additionally, Spanish law places specific regulations on the use of temporary and agency workers. The Law on Temporary Employment Agencies (Ley de Empresas de Trabajo Temporal) ensures that agency workers receive equal treatment in terms of basic working and employment conditions. Employers must provide written employment contracts detailing terms and conditions, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements such as the minimum wage and working time regulations.

Because of the complexity of Spain's labor and tax laws, compliant employment contracts are a critical business requirement. With Safeguard Global as your partner, you can hire employees in Spain with confidence, knowing that every contract meets legal standards. We also provide guidance on cultural expectations and hiring best practices, while helping you stay current with regulatory changes.

Relying on an employer of record (EOR) in Spain

An employer of record (EOR) provides an easier way for organizations to hire and pay local talent in Spain. Because of its in-country presence, the EOR can employ the workers a company needs and lease them to that company, taking care to comply with Spain’s labor laws. As a result, the organization doesn’t have to establish a legal presence or manage compliance in Spain.  

The EOR can hire and onboard employees in as little as two weeks and manage ongoing responsibilities such as payroll, benefits, and taxes. A full-service EOR can also manage recruitment. Together, these EOR services significantly reduce the administrative burden for an organization. 

Visit our employer of record services page to learn how we can help you meet your international employment needs in Spain.