Contractor Management Solutions
Whether you’re testing a new market, expanding your team, or bringing in professionals for short-term or highly specialised projects, we help you engage, manage, and pay contractors legally — without compliance risks. Need to transition them into full-time employees? We handle that too.
25
+ Years of Industry Leadership
The Challenges of Global Contractor Management
Without the right partner, managing global contractors can slow your business growth.
Here’s why:
Why Transition Contractors to Employees?
Transition contractors to employees to secure compliance, build stronger teams, and prepare for the future. It’s an investment that pays off.
Control Workforce Costs
Transitioning contractors allows for accurate budgeting, avoiding the unpredictability of contractor payment structures.
Align Compliance and Savings
Optimise taxes and employer obligations while staying aligned with local regulations, avoiding unnecessary overspend.
Enhance Workforce Efficiency
A structured hiring model reduces fragmentation, making payroll, benefits, and administrative processes seamless.
Adaptable for Growth
A hybrid workforce strategy ensures scalability, with compliant solutions that support your long-term expansion goals.
Why Choose Acumen International?
At Acumen International, we simplify global contractor management by combining compliance expertise with operational efficiency
- Compliance You Can Rely OnWe align your contractor engagements with local tax and labour laws in 190+ countries.
- Timely, Accurate PaymentsWe handle contractor payments on time, in their preferred currencies, and in full compliance with local regulations.
- No Worker Misclassification RisksOur solutions ensure contractors are properly classified according to local regulations, protecting your business.
- Protecting Your Global PresenceWe help you avoid permanent establishment risks, keeping your operations tax-efficient and compliant.
- Reducing Complexity, Not ControlOur team manages contracts, invoicing, and compliance, giving you more time to focus on strategic goals.
- Scalable Workforce SolutionsWe flexibly manage contractor arrangements for short or long-term projects, with the option to transition to full-time roles.
- IP Rights ProtectionOur extensive experience ensures expert guidance for your global expansion, with IP rights protection.
A Clear Plan for Contractor Transitions
We guide businesses through a seamless, compliant process to transition contractors into full-time employees across multiple countries.
Workforce Audit
We gather detailed data on contractors’ roles, agreements, and compliance risks to identify transition-ready candidates.
We Offer
- A complete picture of roles, agreements, and local requirements.
- Risk evaluation for PE and misclassification.
- Identification of candidates for transition.
Cost Estimation
We break down the financial side of transitions, helping you budget for payroll, taxes, benefits — so you know what to expect.
We Offer
- Cost models tailored to local regulations and payroll requirements.
- Analysis of social security and severance obligations.
- A full financial roadmap for smooth transitions.
Employment
From drafting compliant agreements to keeping your teams informed, we handle the details so you can focus on growth.
We Offer
- Legally compliant agreements for contractor transitions.
- Clear communication plans for contractors and stakeholders.
- Support for current and future workforce needs.
Ongoing Compliance
As your team grows and regulations change, we help you stay ahead—ensuring every decision supports your long-term goals.
We Offer
- Regular compliance checks and proactive updates.
- Updates to hiring plans as regulations and teams evolve.
- Flexible solutions for managing hybrid teams.
Strong businesses need stable, compliant teams. We help you hire, pay, and manage employees in 190+ countries — whether onboarding new talent, ensuring compliance, or transitioning contractors to full-time employees to strengthen retention and mitigate risk.
Nick Ganzha
CEO and Founder at Acumen International
Benefits of Transitioning Contractors to Employees
Moving contractors to employees is a proactive investment in stability, compliance, and growth. It’s a step towards a stronger, more sustainable international workforce.
190+
Countries Worldwide
Discover the True Cost of Hire
With Global Payroll Calculator
Transitioning contractors to full-time employees means understanding the costs. We built the Global Payroll Calculator (GPC) with 25+ years of expertise to give you instant, clear, and accurate cost of hire estimates across 190+ countries.
- Instant Calculations
- Country-specific insights
- Detailed breakdowns
- Net-to-gross. Gross-to-net
Global Compliance Guide
Your Strategic Guide to Global Hiring
Global Compliance Guide gives businesses the confidence to hire internationally with full compliance.
Designed to navigate the complexities of global regulations, this tool helps you manage risks, avoid penalties, and ensure compliance with local tax, employment, and social security laws across multiple countries.
Whether expanding to new markets or managing an existing global workforce, rely on the Global Compliance Guide to streamline your operations and safeguard your business from regulatory challenges.
Engage Contractors Globally. Scale Without Limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Acumen International help companies manage contractors globally?
We handle the entire contractor lifecycle — from compliant contracts and worker classification to payments and tax compliance — so you can engage contractors legally and efficiently across multiple countries.
Can you help us classify contractors correctly to avoid misclassification risks?
Yes, we assess contractor roles against local labour laws in 190+ countries to determine if they meet independent contractor criteria or should be employed full-time. If misclassification risks exist, we provide alternative legal hiring solutions.
Can we transition contractors into full-time employees with Acumen?
Yes. If you want to bring a contractor on board as a full-time employee, we handle everything — from drafting compliant employment contracts to setting up payroll, benefits, and taxes under our Employer of Record (EOR) services. You get a seamless transition without legal or administrative headaches.
