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Employer of Record in Grenada

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International growth is full of opportunity and risk. To avoid disaster, businesses expanding to Grenada must carefully manage human resources and comply with foreign employment laws and regulations. However, as an alternative to traditional approaches, an Employer of Record in Grenada can handle the legal and administrative responsibilities of your operations abroad on your behalf using international expansion expertise to do so faster and safer than ever.  

An Employer of Record (EOR) in Grenada is a third-party entity responsible for the legal and administrative aspects of your business operations abroad. EOR solutions cover payroll, tax processing and compliance, benefits administration, and other employment-related obligations. 

Outsourcing your employment-related responsibilities this way allows you to benefit from the expertise of a local partner and streamline your international expansion, saving you precious time and capital 

Employer of Record in Grenada - Summary

The Advantages of Using an Employer of Record in Grenada

Assured Legal Compliance

An EOR ensures legal compliance by keeping up to date with every country’s labor laws and managing your tax-related and employment obligations.  

Reduced Cost And Time

Establishing a legal entity or branch office involves significant costs and time-consuming legal and administrative processes in Grenada. EOR solutions, in contrast, eliminate the need for such cumbersome procedures.  

Focus On Company Growth

Don’t get bogged down by HR administration and compliance-related responsibilities. Your EOR partner handles hiring, employment contract issuance and documentation, social security management, employee benefits administration, insurance, and regulatory compliance on your behalf.  

Risk Mitigation

Avoid costly fines and reputation damage from lawsuits due to misunderstanding, employee claims, or regulatory non-compliance.  

One Platform For Everything

An EOR partner like INS Global can optimize your expansion efforts globally in Grenada and 100+ countries. Leverage our knowledge of the local market, industry-specific challenges, and best practices to progress.  

Why Choose A PEO Over Company Incorporation?

Companies can bypass the complexities and rigors required when establishing an entity or branch office in Grenada by partnering with an EOR. This streamlined approach can be crucial for time-sensitive assignments or when expanding to markets where you don’t have the in-depth local expertise or workforce to run operations confidently.  

EOR services are ideal when:  

Testing new markets: You can test viability or assess business prospects in a new market without committing too much time and resources. 

On a project-based work: Engage local talents immediately for your short-term assignment. 

Focusing on core business: Free up valuable time and capital by outsourcing HR-related tasks and concentrating on your primary business instead. 

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Testimonial

Manuel Ramos

TERAO ASIA

Managing Director

We think INS Global is a good solution about starting in a market like China. Understanding the market doesn’t mean you need to set up a company immediately. 

5/5

How Does an Employer of Record in Grenada Work?

  1. You can partner with an EOR in Grenada by following these steps:  

    • First, we meet to discuss your business requirements and employment needs so we can develop a custom EOR plan for your specific needs. 
    • Next, we provide a legal entity so you can quickly start hiring or dispatching workers in Grenada. 
    • Immediately, we become liable for HR administration and legal compliance with tax and labor laws of Grenada as it relates to your operations. 
    • You can single-mindedly focus on managing the day-to-day employee contributions toward your growth while we handle your administrative task. 

What's the Difference between a Professional Employer Organization in Grenada and an Employer of Record?

An Employer of Record (EOR) and a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) in Grenada are similar services with some differences in how they offer support. 

For example, an EOR acts as the legal employer of your staff in Grenada, handling payroll management, tax compliance, HR administration, and employment contracts on your behalf. EOR services assume full responsibility for your employment matters while you focus on primary business operations. 

 In contrast, a PEO in Grenada provides a co-employment arrangement, sharing employer responsibilities with you. PEOs offer HR support and administrative services while your company remains the legal employer. 

Which service type you might prefer will depend on your specific needs. In general, EOR services are ideal for eliminating risks and for ensuring quick market entry to a wide variety of countries. 

Labor Law in Grenada - 2024

Employment Contracts in Grenada

Grenada’s legislation does not mandate a written employment contract, a written agreement is always recommended over a verbal one to ensure clarity and protect both parties. Such arrangements should include these essential details: 

  • Names and contact information of both parties 
  • Job description 
  • Remuneration and benefits 
  • Working hours 
  • Leave entitlements 
  • Probationary period 
  • Termination conditions 
  • Confidentiality and non-disclosure 
  • Dispute resolution 

 

The Employment Act of Grenada permits these forms of contract: 

  • A contract for an unspecified period (Permanent) 
  • A contract for a specified time (Fixed-term) 
  • A contract for a specific task (Project-based) 

 

The employer and employee may agree upon the length of probation. However, the following probationary period applies to employment contracts that do not state the length of probation:  

  • 1 month in the case of unskilled workers 
  • 3 months in the case of other workers (may be extended by a collective agreement) 

In Grenada, terminating employment contracts without cause may require a longer notice period or the payment of severance benefits, depending on the contract terms. However, termination for misconduct or breach of contract may allow immediate termination without notice or severance. 

Employment contracts for an unspecified period have the following notice period: 

  • 1 working day for employment relationship that is less than 1 month 
  • 1 week for an employment relationship that is 1 month or longer, but less than 3 months 
  • 2 weeks for an employment relationship that is 3 months or longer, but less than 1 year 
  • 1 month for an employment relationship that is 1 year or longer, but less than 5 years  
  • 2 months for an employment relationship that is 5 years or longer 

Employees who have completed 1 year or more of continuous employment and who are not entitled to a gratuity will be paid 1 week’s wage (by the employer) for each completed year of service with the employer upon termination

Working Hours In Grenada

These are the prescribed working hours in Grenada: 

  • 40 hours weekly for agricultural, construction, or industrial workers, with the ordinary working days being Mondays to Fridays. 
  • 44 hours weekly for clerical, shop, or catering assistant, with the ordinary working days being Mondays to Fridays. 
  • 60 hours weekly for a domestic worker or security guard. 

Employees in Grenada are entitled to at least 30 minutes of break after 5 continuous hours of work.  

Overtime work in Grenada is optional, at a premium of 1.5 times the normal wage rate or 2 times the normal wage rate for overtime worked on a Sunday or public holiday. 

Public Holidays in Grenada

Employees in Grenada are eligible for paid leave on the country’s 11 nationally recognized public holidays:  

  • New Year’s Day – January 1 
  • Independence Day – February 7 
  • Good Friday – Date varies each year (Christian observance, movable holiday) 
  • Easter Monday – Date varies each year (Christian observance, movable holiday) 
  • Labour Day – First Monday in May 
  • Whit Monday – Date varies each year (Christian observance, movable holiday) 
  • Corpus Christi – Date varies each year (Christian observance, movable holiday) 
  • Emancipation Day – First Monday in August 
  • Thanksgiving Day – October 25 
  • Christmas Day – December 25 
  • Boxing Day – December 26 

 

Annual Leave in Grenada

Grenadian employees are entitled to a period of annual leave with pay as described below:  

  • 2 weeks for the first year of employment 
  • 3 weeks after that 

 

Sick Leave in Grenada

After at least 12 months of continuous service, an employee for paid sick leave after producing a medical certificate from a registered medical practitioner stating the nature and expected duration of the incapacity. 

Maternity/Paternity Leave in Grenada

Grenadian employees are entitled to 3 months of paid maternity leave. The maternity leave pay is described below: 

  • Monthly paid employees: 2 month’s salary less any amount to which such employees are entitled 
  • Fortnightly paid employees: Wages for 4 fortnights less any amount to which such employees are entitled 
  • Daily paid workers: 1/5 of wages earned in the twelve months immediately before the commencement of the leave being taken less any amount to which such employees are entitled 

 

Paternity leave in Grenada is 10 calendar days immediately after childbirth or not later than 2 months from the child’s birth.  

Tax Law in Grenada

Personal income earned in Grenada up to XCD 24,000 has a tax rate of 10%. Any value above this is taxed at 30%. 

Non-residents are charged a flat tax rate of 15%. 

Grenadian establishments are subject to a 30% tax rate on the net profit before tax. 

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FAQs

No, it is necessary to use a local entity abroad to comply with each country labor law.

Foreign companies can either set up a local entity in each country or use the services a local PEO (Professional Employment Organization) to hire the staff on-site directly.

An Employer of Record (EOR) in Grenada is a company or organization that takes responsibility for certain employer-related tasks on your behalf. These tasks may include payroll, benefits administration, tax compliance, and other employment-related obligations. 

In general, an already existing PEO can facilitate the process of your expansion and have you up and running in weeks. In contrast, the final wait time can often span 4 to 12 months when incorporating a new subsidiary in Grenada. 

In Grenada, the cost of expert EOR services is calculated as a percentage of the workers monthly wages. This fee covers all HR-related duties necessary to guarantee adherence to regional labor regulations.  

Yes. An EOR in Grenada can legally handle your employment obligations in the country without establishing a local branch office. EORs guarantee your safety by collaborating with local legal experts and providing first-rate HR support. 

Your employees will be paid accurately and on time each month and can access all employee benefits in Grenada. 

Independent contractors in Grenada will maintain complete control over their work and qualify for many of the same benefits as regular workers when they engage under an EOR framework.  

Yes. We can employ our extensive professional networks, in-depth understanding of local business resources and benchmarks, and dedication to ethical recruiting methods to locate the best local talent in Grenada for your needs.  

Yes. An EOR can locate workers in different Grenadan cities or areas.  

Unlike some PEO or EOR services, INS Global does not impose a minimum or maximum limit on the number of employees you can hire simultaneously. Instead, we allow you the flexibility to scale up or down swiftly at any time as part of your global business strategy.  

The need to have physical workspaces is optional when using the services of an EOR. But it’s sometimes convenient for employees to work in a shared workspace.   

Yes. We can manage the necessary visa and work permit processes for foreigners in Grenada. In addition, we can handle situations where the local employment laws, tax laws, or employee benefits differ for Grenadians and foreigners. 

EOR and PEO offer suitable solutions for your expansion while avoiding common and uncommon international market problems. Our solutions guarantee effective and secure local or foreign labor employment in Grenada and 100+ countries.   

 

Additionally, you can rely on the guidance of your EOR to carry out your operations efficiently and scale employment demands to accommodate business operations. 

You can hire freelancers in Grenada using staffing firms and umbrella corporations. You may require independent contractors to provide a CV, portfolio, verified references, and a signed NDA before hiring. 

The cost of hiring in Grenada should factor in expenses like salary, recruiting service fees, signing bonuses, and social security contribution payments. 

Employers in Grenada manage payroll for all workers at the end of every month. Employers withhold and remit amounts corresponding to employees income tax and social security fund contributions. 

The national minimum wage is XCD 6.00 (East Caribbean Dollar) per hour. 

These are the most common visa types used for hiring foreign employees in Grenada: 

 

 

  • Work Permit: This is for foreign nationals seeking employment in Grenada.  
  • Temporary Work Visa: This is for individuals employed by a Grenadian company or organization for specific projects or short-term assignments. 
  • Investor Visa: Individuals who invest a substantial amount in Grenadian businesses or real estate may be eligible for an investor visa. 
  • Technical Expert Visa: This visa is for foreign specialists or technical experts invited by Grenadian companies to provide their expertise or services for a limited period. 

Employers in Grenada are responsible for organizing and withholding employees income tax payments and social security fund contributions every month. Employers contribute the equivalent of 5% of an employees salary monthly to their social security fund. 

Employees in Grenada are entitled to social security benefits, severance pay, public holidays, paid leave (sick, annual, and parental leave), and health insurance. 

You cannot modify employment contracts unilaterally in Grenada. Instead, such changes must be agreed upon and signed by both parties.  

The country has public and private healthcare systems for locals and foreigners.  

Employees who have completed 1 year or more of continuous employment and are not entitled to a gratuity will be paid 1 week’s wage (by the employer) for each completed year of service with the employer upon termination.  

The Ministry of Labor in Grenada governs and regulates labor-related matters in the country. 

 

Employees in Grenada are eligible for paid leave on the countrys 11 nationally recognized public holidays.  

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