Hire, manage and pay employees in Nigeria.
With white-glove localized support. Starting at just $199/month.
Get compliant employment contracts, local payroll, and expert-backed onboarding, all in one place with our Employer of Record in Nigeria.
- Hire & pay without setting up a local entity
- Handle full-time employees and contractors
- Onboard in 3–5 business days
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With Skuad now part of Payoneer, global workforce management is easier than ever!
Trusted by global leaders across industries
Our clients include SaaS, logistics, e-commerce companies across sectors that are looking to grow their business globally. Become one of them.
Tap into Nigeria’s skilled talent pool
Skilled, native English-speaking professionals
Tech, finance, support, you’ll find talent across every function
Cost-effective hiring
Skilled workforce at a lower cost-to-hire comparatively
Ready to work
A remote-ready workforce with global experience means less training, more output
Exploring entity setup in Nigeria for hiring? Think again.
It’s costly, time-consuming, and full of regulations
Why figure out compliance on your own?
We can help you handle employment contracts in line with Nigerian labor laws, register for taxes, and meet statutory leave and benefits requirements.
Payroll would mean more than just payouts
It includes calculating income tax, employer social security contributions, employee contributions, and filing with the correct authorities on time.
No need to set up a legal entity
With us, you can onboard employees or contractors legally with minimal delays and risk, and help get your global team off the ground effortlessly and at speed.
3–5 days onboarding with employment contracts, payroll, and tax setup ready to go.
Employment Contracts
For most employees, written employment contracts must be provided within three months of employment and should include details such as role, duties, work location, wages, leave entitlements, and termination terms.
While there is no statutory requirement for written contracts for non-workers, it is advisable to document them in writing for clarity and ease of reference. We support permanent, part-time, fixed-term, and contract agreements.
Background checks
We can assist with lawful background checks, including criminal record, medical history, credit, immigration status, and education verification, while following Nigeria’s privacy requirements.
Equipment provisioning
We make employee onboarding effortless by managing all equipment provisioning. We also have ties with multiple co-working spaces to boost employee productivity.
The following services are available as add-ons, based on your hiring needs. Please contact us for more information on the availability of these services as per local laws.
We strive to follow every rule to the letter
Employee’s compensation
Employers in Nigeria are required to register themselves and their employees with the State Social Health Scheme and make contributions on behalf of both. These contributions fund access to medical treatment under the scheme.
Social security contributions
Employers contribute 10% of an employee’s salary to the social security scheme, and employees contribute 8%. These contributions cover pensions and other government-administered benefits.
Pensions
Under the Employee’s Compensation Act, 2010, employers must provide insurance coverage for workplace injuries, occupational diseases, disability, or death arising from employment.
We stay ahead, so you never fall behind
Employment laws
Nigeria’s major regulations are the Nigeria Labor Act, 2004, the Employee’s Compensation Act, 2010, and the Trade Unions Act, 2004, covering employment contracts, workplace conditions, benefits, and union rights.
Worker classification & contracts
Employees may be full-time, part-time, fixed-term, or contractors. Misclassification can result in legal disputes and penalties. We can support correct classification, compliant employment contracts, and timely registrations.
Audit-ready documentation
We can help maintain organized employment records and timely submissions so you are prepared for audits or regulatory checks.
Your employees get what they’re owed
Annual leaves
Employees are entitled to at least 6 days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service. Workers under 16 years of age are entitled to 12 days.
Sick leave
Employees receive 12 days of paid sick leave per calendar year.
Maternity leave
For the public sector: 16 weeks at full pay. For the private sector: 12 weeks (6 before and 6 after childbirth) at not less than 50% pay, unless the employment contract specifies full pay. Nursing breaks of 30 minutes twice daily are also granted.
Letting go is hard; doing it wrong is worse. Let us help you handle it better!
Notice periods & documentation
The Labor Act requires notice or payment in lieu, with duration depending on the employment contract. Termination can also occur at the end of a fixed-term contract, by mutual agreement, or in cases such as redundancy.
Final payouts
All outstanding wages, unused leave payouts, and applicable benefits must be settled at termination, in compliance with Nigerian labor laws.
PRICING
Transparent. Trusted. Scalable.
Employer of Record
(EOR)
Hire, pay and manage employees
Starts at
$199
per employee/month
Features
- Local employment agreements
- Personalised onboarding support
- Process payroll in 70+ currencies
- Labor law and tax compliance
- Benefits administration options
- Dedicated account managers
- Help center access
- Unified dashboard + third-party integrations
Agent of Record
(AOR)
Engage, pay and manage contractors
Starts at
$99
per contractor/month
Features
- Support with contracts
- Streamlined contractor onboarding
- Compliant contractor payments in 70+ currencies
- Support mitigating misclassification risks
- Dedicated account managers
- Help center access
- Unified dashboard + third-party integrations
Contractor Management System (CMS)
Handle contractor payments
Starts at
$19
per contractor/month
Features
- Contractor payments in 70+ currencies
- Invoice creation and tracking
- Expense submission and approvals
- Downloadable payment history
- Unified dashboard + integrations
- Mobile app access & localised support
Recomendado por empresas em todo o mundo
Jon Santavy
Managing Partner, Simwell
Payoneer Workforce Management has been a game-changer for us, completely transforming the way we manage our global team. Payoneer Workforce Management’s digital onboarding has made our international payments as easy as our domestic ones. Payroll management that used to take hours is now error-free and takes just a few minutes.
Lavinia Davison
Global Head of Talent & Operations, OpenSolar
Payoneer Workforce Management, has been a key partner in our international expansion. Their seamless onboarding process and compliance expertise have allowed us to focus on our core mission which is to accelerate the world’s transition from fossil fuels to solar energy.
Brian Butcher
EVP, Corporate Development, PureRed
Payoneer Workforce Management made our team expansion possible, handling the complex onboarding and payroll processes across six different countries with ease. Their local expertise ensured our compliance, letting us focus on what we do best—serving our clients.
Bret Michaelsen
Human Resources Director, VRP Consulting
Payoneer Workforce Management’s solutions empowered us to scale our workforce globally with ease, ensuring timely payroll, compliance, and a seamless onboarding experience—all on one powerful platform.
Shaik Mohammed Shabaz
Head of Human Resources & Administration, Microsense
Payoneer Workforce Management simplified our contractor engagement from start to finish. Their platform covered onboarding, payments, and compliance, making our expansion into new markets practically frictionless.
Why do companies choose Payoneer Workforce Management to hire in Nigeria?
Transparent, Flat Pricing
Starting at $199 for EOR with 100% transparency in the fee structure. Consistent cost regardless of seniority, role type, or team size
White-Glove Onboarding
Dedicated account manager for both you & the employees. Enjoy localized support across time zones
Additional Local Support
Background checks, device provisioning, and co-working access
Deep Integrations
Integrate with 70+ tools across HRIS, accounting, and time-tracking. No process disruption. Just smooth operations
Mobile App
Stay in control wherever you are. The Payoneer Workforce Management app supports both employers and contractors
User-Friendly Interface
With an interface that’s clean and ready to go, Payoneer Workforce Management is designed for busy teams that dislike a steep learning curve
The all-in-one platform for global hiring
160+
Countries covered
70
Currencies for payroll
24×5
Dedicated Support
100%
Transparency in fees
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Payoneer Workforce Management helps businesses hire in Nigeria without setting up a local entity. We can support compliant employment contracts, payroll, benefits, and statutory filings while you manage the day-to-day work.
Our EOR pricing starts at $199/month per employee. Contractor management starts at $19/month. Pricing includes onboarding, payroll processing, statutory filings, and localized support.
No. Payoneer Workforce Management acts as the legal employer, enabling you to hire and pay employees in Nigeria without incorporating locally.
We can help manage statutory entitlements, including social security contributions, employees’ compensation coverage, and paid public holidays. Additional benefits can be arranged based on your requirements.
Yes. Employer of Record is a recognized model in Nigeria. The EOR is the official employer on paper, handling compliance, payroll, and employment contracts while you direct the day-to-day work.
Onboarding timelines depend on document readiness and approvals, but we can typically prepare contracts, payroll, and statutory registrations within 3 to 5 business days.
Written contracts must be provided within 3 months of employment and include job details, salary, benefits, work hours, and termination terms, in compliance with Nigeria’s labor laws.
Disclaimer
- Skuad Pte Limited (a Payoneer group company) and its affiliates & subsidiaries provide EoR, AoR, and contractor management services.
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