Employee Leasing in Brazil

Access Brazil’s leading tech talent and grow your team across Latin America without hiring obstacles or the need for a local entity.

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Employee leasing solutions for scaling

Whether you need one developer or a full-scale tech team, leasing IT professionals in Brazil ensures fast, flexible, and hassle-free hiring.

  • Ready-to-deploy talent, accessible through a curated pool of 90,000+ pre-vetted IT candidates, available to start within a week.
  • Flexible hiring models allow for scaling your workforce up or down with ease, whether for short-term, long-term, or project-based roles.
  • We manage salaries, perks, and adherence to Brazilian labor laws, ensuring a stable and compliant workforce.

Brazil

Latin America’s largest tech market

Brazil’s tech recruitment market is highly competitive, with high salaries and complex labor laws. Hiring in major tech hubs like São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Brasília provides access to top-tier talent, but costs can be high.

Growing IT hubs

Emerging next-gen markets like Curitiba, Recife, and Porto Alegre offer cost-effective hiring solutions without sacrificing talent quality. These regions strike a balance between competitive salaries and lower operational costs, making them attractive to IT companies looking to access skilled professionals without the high expenses of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

Software developer salary benchmarks

State Minimum IT Salary Maximum IT Salary
São Paulo R$66k/year R$162k/year
Rio de Janeiro R$60k/year R$156k/year
Brasília R$54k/year R$108k/year
Curitiba R$78k/year R$182k/year
Recife R$39k/year R$104k/year
Porto Alegre R$52k/year R$195k/year

Problems of traditional hiring

Without employee leasing, hiring in Brazil can be slow, complex, and costly. These obstacles can delay your business growth:

Cost and efficiency imbalance

Cumbersome HR administration

Managing payroll, benefits, and adherence to complex labor laws requires extensive resources and expertise.

Continuous compliance update

Law and tax complexity

Stringent federal labor laws and tax obligations require strict compliance with social security contributions, payroll taxes, and employee benefits.

Inconsistent employee experiences

Resource drain

HR management, tax filings, and contract administration consume time and divert focus from core business objectives.

Streamlining remote onboarding

Talent acquisition bottlenecks

Recruiting and onboarding skilled IT professionals in Brazil is highly competitive, leading to long hiring cycles and project delays.

Time tracking

Lengthy entity setup

Registering a local entity in Brazil can take months, delaying expansion plans and increasing administrative burdens.

Rising employment costs

High payroll taxes, mandatory benefits, and administrative overhead make direct hiring expensive without a specialized provider.

Direct hiring vs. employee leasing

The key distinctions between direct hiring and employee leasing in Brazil are as follows:

Hiring Model Direct Employment Employee Leasing
Entity Setup Required Not Required
Payroll and Tax Compliance Your Company Leasing Company
Benefits and Insurance Your Company Leasing Company
Hiring Time 3 to 6 Months Up to 7 Days
Scalability Contract-bound Flexible Team Scaling
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Advantages of Brazilian employee leasing

Employee leasing is a strategic solution for companies operating in Brazil’s competitive tech industry. It enables businesses of all sizes to bypass hiring delays, streamline workforce management, and accelerate project execution.

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Young global ventures

  • Hire top-tier software engineering talent across Brazil without establishing a local entity.
  • Scale your team up or down based on project demands, funding rounds, or market conditions.
  • Reduce upfront costs and administrative burdens while maintaining operational agility.
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SMBs in growth phase

  • Quickly fill critical roles for new projects or market expansion.
  • Test the local market before committing to direct employment.
  • Gain access to specialized IT professionals without long-term contractual obligations.
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Expanding enterprises

  • Expand into new regions without setting up multiple legal entities.
  • Simplify HR operations by consolidating payroll, benefits, and compliance under a single provider.
  • Optimize workforce costs while securing top dev talent in high-demand areas.

Our employee leasing package

Staff-up your project with our tailored employee leasing service.

  • End-to-end payroll management, including tax filings and compliance across the country.
  • Hassle-free onboarding with standardized contracts and dedicated HR support.
  • Comprehensive benefits administration covering healthcare, PTO, and employee perks.
  • Expert HR guidance to navigate complex labor laws with ease.
  • Access to top-tier, pre-vetted IT talent tailored to your project’s requirements.

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Access tech talent instantly

Employee leasing is a strategic solution for startups, scaling software companies, and global teams entering Brazil. It offers a cost-effective, flexible approach for both short-term projects and long-term growth. This model enables rapid workforce expansion without administrative delays, providing full adherence to law while eliminating payroll and benefits complexities.

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FAQs

What is Employee Leasing?

Employee leasing is a staffing solution where a third party becomes the employer of your team, handling HR, payroll, and benefits while ensuring adherence to local labor regulations.

Is employee leasing in Brazil a good alternative to direct hiring?

Unlike direct hiring, which requires setting up a legal entity, employee leasing streamlines recruitment, and payroll setup while managing all regulatory obligations—making it a more agile solution.

What are the main advantages of hiring through a leasing model in Brazil?

Hiring through an employee leasing model offers speed, flexibility, and cost savings. Companies can quickly onboard skilled professionals without dealing with local labor law complexities. Additionally, it reduces HR overhead.

Can organizations without a Brazilian entity use employee leasing services?

Yes. Our model enables international businesses to enter the Brazilian market without creating a local branch. We serve as the legal employer and handle all statutory requirements while you focus on daily operations.

How does IT employee leasing work?
  1. You define needs: select roles and specify skills and contract duration.
  2. We interview candidates and match them to your preferences.
  3. You approve candidates, and they sign employment contracts.
  4. Employees become part of your team, while GEOR manages payroll and ensures all legal and regulatory obligations are met.
  5. At the end of the contract, you can extend, convert to full-time, or offboard employees.
How does GEOR ensures adherence to Brazilian labor laws?

Our HR and legal experts monitor regulatory changes, ensuring all leased employees meet employment law standards.

Can I lease employees in Brazil for short-term or project-based work?

Absolutely. Employee leasing offers flexible contract durations, allowing organizations to scale their workforce based on project needs.

Can leased employees work remotely in Brazil?

Yes. Your leased employees can work on-site or remotely across the country.

What industries benefit from employee leasing in Brazil?

FinTech, SaaS, gaming, and AI-driven industries where flexibility and speed in hiring matter most.

What is the cost of leasing per employee in Brazil?

Costs depend on role, location, and duration, but leasing is generally more cost-effective than direct hiring. Use our software engineering team calculator to get a preliminary cost projection.

Can leased employees in Brazil become full-time hires?

Yes. You can convert leased employees into full-time hires if needed.

How do I start leasing employees with GEOR in Brazil?

Reach out via our contact form or book a call. We’ll assess your needs and craft a leasing solution tailored to your expansion strategy.

How does employee leasing differ from traditional recruitment and staffing agencies?

Employee leasing offers a comprehensive solution where we act as the legal employer, overseeing HR, payroll, and all employment-related responsibilities. Unlike staffing agency that focuses on recruitment, our model supports long-term workforce administration and risk management.

How does employee leasing help businesses expand in Brazil?

By eliminating the need for entity setup and reducing legal risks, employee leasing simplifies market entry for international businesses. Our robust pre-qualified talent base makes workforce expansion possible within just one week.