Payroll
without the hassle.
You find the skilled worker yourself, we become the legal employer. Payroll administration, sick leave, insurance, certification — all at our expense. You pay a fixed hourly rate.
Sometimes you've already found the skilled worker. Someone from your network, a seasonal worker who comes back every year, a student via an acquaintance. You want to deploy them without becoming their employer yourself. That's what payroll is for: FlexHero becomes the legal employer, while you keep control over management and duration.
What we arrange.
- Employment contract (indefinite term, client's CAO)
- Salary payment (weekly)
- Payroll tax & social security contributions
- Holiday allowance & pension (StiPP)
- Continued pay during illness (first 2 years)
- Absence management
- Workplace liability insurance
- NEN 4400-1 indemnity (Dutch Chain Liability Act)
What you do.
- Recruit the skilled worker yourself (via your network, an advert, etc.)
- Submit hours worked weekly via the portal
- Manage them on the shop floor
- Decide when the contract is extended or ended
What it costs.
A fixed payroll rate of 1,55-1,75 on the gross hourly wage (depending on the sector's risk profile). Example: skilled worker at € 18/hour gross → invoice of € 28-32/hour all-in. No recruitment fee (you found them), no extra service charges.
Comparable to traditional staffing in terms of rate, but without the recruitment and sourcing costs.
When it fits.
- You've found a skilled worker yourself (family, network, advert, returning seasonal worker)
- You don't want the employer administration or risk
- International: a skilled worker from the EU whom you can't hire yourself (permit, BSN, etc.)
Frequently asked questions.
What if the skilled worker falls ill?
We bear the risk. For the first 2 years, continued pay of up to 70% in line with the CAO. No costs for you as the client on top of the normal hourly rate.
How does the notice period work?
Contracts are always for an indefinite term. Notice periods follow the client's CAO: in principle 1 month on the employee's side, increasing with years of service on the employer's side.
Can I hire the skilled worker directly myself?
Yes. After 1.500 hours worked (~26 weeks full-time): no transfer fee. Before that: a sliding fee.
Do you also do payroll for freelancers?
Not for freelance (zzp) arrangements — we can't take those on at our expense because of the tax risks. For freelance secondment, we refer you to specialist parties.
How is payroll tax paid?
FlexHero pays directly to the Dutch Tax Administration (Belastingdienst). We have a G-account into which you can deposit if you wish — giving you full indemnity regarding chain liability.
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