Hire employees and contractors in 150+ countries — without local entities
Compliant global hiring and payroll with white-glove service and 24/7 human support
15-20 min live walkthrough • Talk to an expert • No commitment
4.6/5 on Google
4.5/5 on G2
4.8/5 on Trustpilot
4.8/5 on Capterra
Meet Rivermate. Your global HR powerhouse.
We're not just another platform. We're your dedicated global HR team, combining cutting-edge technology with human expertise to make international hiring effortless.
Human-first support
24/7 access to real experts — not bots.
Reach us through Slack, WhatsApp, or email, with response times in minutes.
True partnership
Not just a platform — an extension of your HR team.
Our local experts in 150+ countries consult you on contracts, onboard your people, and guide you through compliance shifts.
Flexibility that fits you
Tailored to your needs, not one-size-fits-all.
From custom contracts and tailored benefits to unique platform requests and access to high-risk markets, we always find a way.
Speed when it matters
Onboard in hours, not weeks.
Competitors take weeks to process hires. We onboard contractors in an afternoon.
Secure and compliant
Enterprise-grade, worldwide compliance.
Our platform is GDPR, SOC2, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring enterprise-level security and international compliance.
Everything in one place
Manage your global workforce in one platform.
Payroll, contractors and visas all under one roof. Clear reporting, seamless workflows, and full visibility across countries.
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Employees employed
2000+
Yearly Payroll
€200M+
Companies helped
1000+
Countries covered
150+
How it works
From first click to fully-compliant global payroll in five easy steps
Book a demo
Pick a slot that suits you. A Rivermate specialist walks you through the platform and answers high-level questions.
Tailored proposal
We unpack your hiring plans, run a real-time payroll cost simulation, and email a single, all-inclusive quote.
Set up your account
Create your Rivermate workspace and invite your team. We generate compliant contracts, collect e-signatures, and activate payroll.
Scale & relax: we handle the rest
We run payroll, file taxes, and keep you compliant in one real-time dashboard.

Global Companies Love our Global Hiring Platform
EMPLOYER OF RECORD (EOR) & CONTRACTORS
Hire your global team - seamlessly
Effortlessly employ your team across 150 countries with complete compliance.
Enjoy unmatched flexibility, premium support, and a true HR partnership designed around your needs.


GLOBAL HR SUPPORT
We're an extension of your global HR department
Gain instant access to local HR teams who understand each market's unique needs.
Think of us as an extension of your HR team—globally.
HR PLATFORM
Manage your global team through one platform
Stay in control with one platform to manage your global team.
Track payroll, approve expenses, handle paid time off, and get real-time insights—all in one place.


100% FULL COMPLIANCE
Built-in compliance, everywhere
We ensure your global team adheres to local employment laws in every country.
From payroll to taxes and benefits, we handle it all so you can focus on what matters most—your business.
Our difference
Here's how we're different from the rest. We've got the flexibility and human support to take you—truly—anywhere.
True Partnership
Unmatched Support
100% Flexibility


HUMAN RESOURCE TOOLS
Manage your employees in one dashboard
No more spreadsheets. Easily onboard new employees and manage your people from one place.