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...
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...
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...
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, businesses...
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...
In today’s dynamic employment market, contract recruitment holds untapped potential - making contractors more essential than ever. For recruiters, understanding the different types of contractors in the US isn’t just helpful - it’s essential. The lines between...
In a tight labor market, benefits can be the difference between winning or losing a top U.S. candidate. And when it comes to benefits, paid time off (PTO) is one of the most scrutinized - and misunderstood - components. For recruiters placing talent into the U.S.,...
As more U.S. states adopt legislation aimed at reducing wage inequality (including the Salary Transparency Act), salary history regulations have become a crucial compliance consideration - especially for recruitment firms operating across multiple jurisdictions. In...
If you're a recruitment firm placing talent across the U.S., outsourcing hiring and workforce management can be a game-changer. There are three primary types of services you can utilize: EORs (Employers of Record), PEOs (Professional Employer Organizations), and...
When hiring a contractor in the US - whether you’re a US-based recruiter or hiring remotely from the UK - it’s vital to handle onboarding thoroughly. Contractors aren’t employees, so the compliance and process steps differ in several ways. We’ve put together a...