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Who Is the Legal Employer in an EOR Arrangement? A Plain-English Answer
Compliance
Oct 27, 2026•9 min read

Who Is the Legal Employer in an EOR Arrangement? A Plain-English Answer

In an Employer of Record arrangement, the EOR is the registered legal employer responsible for payroll, taxes, and labor compliance, while your company is the managing employer directing day-to-day work.

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Catherine Aubrey & Legal Advisory Board

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