Das Ende der Leiharbeit: Warum EOR die sicherste Lösung für den Mittelstand ist.
For decades, European companies have relied on "Body Leasing" or "Augmented Staffing" to fill technical gaps. The premise was simple: rent a developer for a few months, get the work done, and release them. However, in the current regulatory climate of the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland), this model is becoming increasingly risky.
The Risk of Scheinselbstständigkeit
German labor laws are strict regarding "Scheinselbstständigkeit" (false self-employment). If a contractor is integrated into your team, uses your equipment, and follows your instructions, they may be legally considered an employee. This exposes your company to significant retroactive social security payments and tax liabilities.
Enter the Employer of Record (EOR)
The Employer of Record model solves this fundamental problem. In an EOR arrangement, niogod™ acts as the legal employer of the engineer. We handle:
- Payroll and Income Tax
- Social Security Contributions
- Health Insurance and Benefits
- Compliance with Local Labor Laws
The Result for You:
You sign a simple B2B service agreement. You receive an invoice for services rendered, not a salary slip. You have zero co-employment risk while retaining full operational control over the developer's work.
Conclusion
As remote work becomes the standard, the legal framework must evolve. The EOR model offers the flexibility of outsourcing with the compliance security of a local hire. It is the only sustainable way to build distributed engineering teams in 2025.