Employee Leasing in the United States

Lease expert U.S. software engineers. Scale your workforce nationwide or expand your presence in the United States —all without hiring hassles and the need to establish a local business entity.

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Employee leasing solutions for scale-ups

Whether you need one developer or an entire team, employee leasing in the USA offers fast, flexible hiring with expert talent—HR, payroll, and compliance fully handled.

  • Pre-vetted tech talent, available to join projects within a week—we own and manage a proprietary pool of 40,000+ IT candidates.
  • Short-term, long-term, or project-based hiring—enjoy the flexibility to scale up ​​or down when required.
  • Smart and secure payroll, benefits, and compliance— we ensure strong employee morale and adherence to multi-state laws.

United States of America

Silicon Valley and other hubs

The United States’ tech hiring market is famous for its competitiveness, high salaries, and intricate layers of compliance challenges. Hiring in major tech hubs like California, New York, and Texas offers fast access to top-tier talent, but comes with higher costs. In San Francisco and New York City, salaries can soar. For companies looking to scale quickly, these areas provide the advantage of a dense talent pool, but at a premium cost.

States on IT-rise

Emerging tech markets like Florida, Arizona, and North Carolina offer more cost-efficient hiring options without compromising on talent quality. These regions provide a great balance of competitive salaries and lower operational costs. They attract IT companies aiming to hire experienced tech professionals without the financial burden of major tech hubs.

Payments in tech industry

State Minimum IT Salary Maximum IT Salary
California $110k/year $160k/year
New York $105k/year $150k/year
Texas $90k/year $130k/year
Florida $85k/year $120k/year
North Carolina $82k/year $118k/year

Problems occurring in traditional hiring

Without employee leasing, hiring in the United States comes with delays. These roadblocks make it long and rigid:

Cost and efficiency imbalance

Cumbersome HR administration

Balancing payroll, benefits, and legal compliance without specialized support.

Increased legal risk

Exposure to multi-state labor law violations and tax complications.

Continuous compliance update

Inefficient resource allocation

Diverting precious time and capital away from core business functions.

Lengthy hiring process

Disorganized talent acquisition

Inability to secure and onboard skilled professionals fast when you need them most.

Time tracking

Slow entity setup

Establishing a legal presence in the United States may take months.

High overhead costs

Payroll, benefits, and HR compliance are expensive without specialized providers.

Direct hiring vs. employee leasing

The core difference between direct hiring and leasing models in the United States can be broken down like this:

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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Benefits of U.S. employee leasing

Employee leasing is highly preferable in the USA’s tech industry, as it lets companies of any size to bypass delays and jump to project’s execution.

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Global startups and early-stage teams

  • Build a multi-state development team without waiting for a U.S. entity setup.
  • Adjust workforce size based on funding rounds, project needs, or market response.
  • Flexibility of managing fluctuating needs without heavy investments.
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Established mid-sized companies in the U.S.

  • Bridge hiring gaps for specific projects or expansion phases.
  • Test U.S. market presence before committing to direct workforce hiring.
  • Gain immediate access to specialized IT talent without long-term commitments.
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Enterprises scaling in the USA

  • Expand into new states without setting up multiple entities.
  • Reduce HR complexity by consolidating payroll and compliance.
  • Optimize workforce costs while maintaining high-quality engineering talent.

Our U.S. employee leasing package

Staff-up your project in the United States with our tailored employee leasing service.

  • Payroll processing and tax filings included.
  • Smooth onboarding with pre-set contracts and HR support.
  • Benefits administration—healthcare, PTO, and perks covered.
  • HR guidance—we handle legal complexities, so you don’t have to.
  • Multi-state compliance—no need to navigate local regulations.
  • Hand-selected highly skilled candidates matching your project and tech stack demands.

Experience absolute agility

Hire software engineers, AI, blockchain, cloud computing, and DevOps talent in the United States—fast, flexible, and fully managed.

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Access tech talent instantly

Employee leasing is ideal for startups, growing tech companies, and global teams expanding into the United States. It’s a flexible and cost-effective solution for both short-term staffing needs and long-term team expansion. Using this model, you can scale your workforce rapidly without delays. Leasing allows for a risk-free hiring with full legal coverage, skipping payroll and benefits processing complexities.

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FAQs

What is Employee Leasing?

Employee leasing is a staffing solution where a third party becomes the legal employer of your team, handling their HR, payroll, and benefits, and ensuring compliance with laws. Your function remains in performing regular administrative tasks and assigning their work.

Can companies without a U.S. legal entity use employee leasing services?

Yes. Our model is helpful for companies expanding into the U.S. market without establishing a local legal entity. We act as your official employer, simplifying the complexities of the employment law in the USA, while you assign daily tasks.

How does IT employee leasing work?

1. You define needs: choose software engineers, DevOps, or IT management roles, specifying their skill level and contract duration.
2. We interview candidates and provide details, pricing, and terms to match your preferences.
3. After shortlisting, reviewing, and interviewing—a fast process since candidates are pre-vetted on our side—you approve the selected professionals.
4. Once they accept an offer and sign a contract, a leased IT professional integrates into your team and works alongside your in-house staff.
5. You assign their daily tasks and supervise their work, while GEOR conducts performance reviews, manages payroll, taxes, and HR, ensuring multi-state compliance.
6. Near the contract end, you decide whether to extend, convert to permanent hire, or end the lease. If you decide to offboard, we may supply another IT professional to you.

What are the cost advantages of employee leasing compared to direct employment in the United States?

By outsourcing HR, payroll, and compliance, you significantly reduce administrative overhead and legal risks. This model offers predictable pricing without hidden commissions, so you can plan and manage your costs accordingly.

How does GEOR handle payroll for leased employees in the United States?

We manage all aspects of payroll, including tax withholdings, benefits administration, and compliance with local and federal labor laws, ensuring that your workforce receives salaries on time and correctly.

How does GEOR ensure compliance with U.S. state and federal employment laws?

Our team of legal and HR experts continuously monitors and adapts to the evolving regulatory landscape. Through rigorous processes and advanced compliance software, we ensure to onboard and manage every employee according to the highest standards of the United States’ labor laws.

Do you provide support for HR and payroll management in the United States?

We manage every facet of HR administration, from onboarding to payroll processing and ongoing performance management, ensuring seamless operations for your leased employees.

How do you vet the professionals in your U.S. IT pool?

Every candidate in the United States undergoes a stringent screening process that includes technical assessments, background checks, and in-depth interviews. This ensures that only highly qualified, reliable professionals join our network.

Can leased employees work remotely in the USA?

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

Can I lease employees temporarily in the United States?

Yes, GEOR provides flexible employee leasing solutions for both short-term and long-term needs, adapting to your business requirements.

What industries benefit from employee leasing in the United States?

Primarily tech, but also FinTech, SaaS, gaming, and AI-driven industries where flexibility and speed in hiring matter.

What is the cost of leasing per employee in the United States ?

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

Can leased employees in the United States become full-time hires?

Yes. You can convert leased employees into full-time team members if you’re ready.

Is U.S. employee leasing the same as using a staffing agency in the United States ?

Not quite. Staffing services in the USA provide temporary workers by matching the desired skill set, acting as middlemen between the jobseekers and companies. When leased, employees work directly with your company, while the leasing provider manages HR and legal compliance.

How do I begin the process with GEOR in the United States?

Reach out via our contact form or book a call. Our team will conduct a thorough needs assessment and craft a bespoke employee leasing solution that aligns with your growth strategy in the USA.