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A Recruiter’s Cheat Sheet to U.S. Employment Tax Forms

by Veronica Veselinova | Oct 16, 2025 | Compliance & Regulations

For recruitment firms placing talent across the U.S., understanding the basics of U.S. tax forms isn’t just about nice to have, it’s about compliance and credibility and avoiding hefty penalties. You don’t need to be a tax and payroll expert but knowing what these...

Major H-1B Reform: What Recruitment Firms Need to Know (Effective Sept. 21, 2025)

by Veronica Veselinova | Oct 8, 2025 | Compliance & Regulations

On September 19, 2025, the U.S. President signed a Proclamation: “Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers” that imposes significant new restrictions on the H-1B visa program. The rule comes into effect at 12:01am EDT on September 21, 2025, and is slated...

The Steps Recruitment Firms Need to Take to Set Up and Operate in the U.S.

by Veronica Veselinova | Sep 30, 2025 | Compliance & Regulations

Expanding your recruitment business into the U.S. market can be a major opportunity, but it comes with significant legal and administrative requirements. The U.S. offers scale and diversity, but its business environment is highly regulated and can feel complex for...

At-Will Employment in the US: What Recruitment Firms Need to Know

by Veronica Veselinova | Sep 23, 2025 | Compliance & Regulations

When hiring in the United States, one of the most important concepts to understand is at-will employment. Unlike other countries, the U.S. largely operates under this principle, which shapes the employment relationship in ways that can be surprising to international...

Best Practices to Stay Compliant When Hiring in the U.S.

by Veronica Veselinova | Sep 15, 2025 | Compliance & Regulations

Hiring overseas is a great way to access new talent. For recruitment firms, it’s often part of international expansion – but it also brings added compliance complexity. From understanding different worker classifications to navigating local employment laws,...

What recruitment firms need to know about navigating licensing requirements in Canada

by Veronica Veselinova | Aug 19, 2025 | Compliance & Regulations

Unlike countries with centralized employment laws, Canada’s employment and recruitment regulations are governed at the provincial level, meaning compliance requirements can vary widely depending on where your clients or candidates are located. One of the most...