Employer of Record (EOR) & Third Party Payrolling
Engage contingent talent compliantly with ICON Consultants as the legal employer.
ICON’s Employer of Record (EOR) services (often called Third Party Payrolling in contingent workforce programs) allow your organization to scale and manage a contingent workforce while ICON assumes the responsibilities of the legal employer. We handle employment administration, compliance, onboarding, payroll, taxes, and benefits so your program runs smoothly and stays protected.
ICON can support your global EOR needs.
Compliant Workforce Management
Payroll & Tax Administration
Global EOR Support
Enterprise-Scale Solutions
What Is Employer of Record (EOR)?
An Employer of Record (EOR) is a provider that becomes the legal employer of a worker on behalf of your organization.
That means ICON is responsible for employment-related administration and compliance — while your team (and/or your MSP) maintains direction over the work being performed, day-to-day priorities, and assignment outcomes.
EOR is commonly used to:
Support large contingent labor programs with W-2 populations
Reduce employment and compliance risk
Transition contractor populations from another provider
Enable multi-state, multi-province, or multi-country engagements
Global EOR Support
Enterprise Workforces Don’t Stop at Borders. ICON Provides:
- Global services delivered directly
- Country and jurisdiction-specific employment administration
- Coordinated onboarding, payroll, and compliance workflows across regions
- Consolidated visibility and support for procurement-led programs
What ICON Covers as Employer of Record
ICON assumes the employer-side administrative responsibilities required to support a compliant contingent workforce program, including:
- Worker onboarding coordination and required documentation
- Payroll processing and pay administration
- Employment tax withholding and reporting
- Benefits administration (including ACA-compliant options in the U.S.)
- Workers’ compensation coverage and administration
- Unemployment insurance administration
- Policy-aligned employment compliance support
- Standard reporting needed for program oversight
Built for Enterprise Scale and Program Governance
ICON is built to support complex programs that procurement professionals manage every day:
- High-volume consultant populations
- MSP-led governance structures
- VMS integrations and time/expense workflows
- SLAs, reporting cadence, and escalation paths
- Consistent worker support that improves continuity and retention
Whether your program is steady-state or rapidly expanding, ICON brings the infrastructure and operating discipline enterprise stakeholders expect.
End-to-End Workforce Solutions Or Standalone Payroll Services
ICON can manage the full contingent labor ecosystem, including:
- Employer of Record (EOR) / Third Party Payrolling
- Independent Contractor Compliance & Agency of Record
- Direct Sourcing & Talent Curation
- Staffing & Recruiting (Temporary and Permanent Placement)
Engage ICON for a complete solution — or use us as a standalone EOR partner that integrates smoothly with your MSP, VMS, and existing suppliers.
Ready to Strengthen Your Contingent Workforce Program?
If you’re evaluating EOR providers, preparing for a transition, or expanding across regions, ICON Consultants can help you reduce risk and simplify program operations at enterprise scale.
Contact ICON Consultants to discuss your EOR requirements and global workforce goals.
Note: ICON’s Employer of Record (EOR) services are designed for contingent workforce programs. We do not operate as a PEO co-employment provider, and we are not a standalone payroll software company.
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Seamless Transitions From Another EOR Provider
If you’re transitioning a contractor population, continuity matters. ICON supports structured transitions with:
Dedicated transition resources
Worker communication and onboarding coordination
Benefits and payroll continuity planning
Timeline-driven execution to reduce disruption
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
ICON supports organizations navigating complex contingent workforce challenges. Below are answers to frequently asked questions about direct sourcing, Employer of Record (EOR) services, direct sourcing, talent curation, independent contractor compliance, and staffing solutions.
What is an Employer of Record (EOR)?
An Employer of Record is a third-party organization that legally employs workers on behalf of a client. ICON handles payroll, tax withholding, benefits administration, compliance, onboarding, and HR support while the client manages day-to-day work activities.
What is the difference between EOR and staffing?
In an EOR model, the client typically identifies the worker and ICON manages employment and compliance. In staffing, ICON sources and recruits candidates in addition to managing employment.
Does ICON manage multi-state payroll compliance?
Yes. ICON manages payroll processing and compliance across all applicable U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions, including tax withholding, wage laws, and state-mandated requirements.
How quickly can ICON onboard a worker through EOR services?
Onboarding timelines depend on client requirements and background checks, but many workers can be onboarded within 48 hours once documentation is complete. ICON has a 4-hour SLA for initial outreach to consultants once an engagement is received.
