Global Mobility Payroll

We are your trailblazer for precise, legally compliant international payroll for cross-border employment. We pave the way for automated processes, central compensation data management and guaranteed compliance. For more transparency, control and efficiency. Together, we create payroll structures that support. Worldwide.
Stephan Skarka
Associate Partner
Graduate in Business Administration

Payroll Across Borders.

In an internationally networked working environment, global mobility has long been a reality. Talents work worldwide across borders. Payroll often remains a complex system of legal regulations, taxes and social security.

With our solution for Global Mobility Payroll, expat payroll and integrated compensation data management, we create clarity. For you. For your Global Workforce. For your performance.

Whether within the EU or beyond: We accompany you every step of the way in international payroll. We ensure that your payroll not only runs correctly, but smoothly. Scalable. And future-oriented.

Together, we make your payroll global. Personal. Digital. And limitless.

Our services

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International Payroll

We pave the way for legally compliant international payroll. Whether in Europe or worldwide: With clear processes and country-specific expertise, we ensure compliance. And create orientation for your company.

Our focus areas

  • Local payroll accounting according to national law
  • Compliance with tax and social security regulations
  • Review of country-specific compliance requirements
  • Support for international audits
  • Documentation and reporting

Central Compensation Data Management

We consolidate your salary data across national borders. Consistent, comparable and strategically usable. This is how we create the basis for well-founded decisions and sustainable growth. And control over your global payroll structures.

Our focus areas

  • Central data management worldwide
  • Country comparison and benchmarking
  • Strategic salary planning
  • Reporting for executives
  • Insights for HR and Finance

Payroll of International Compensation Models

Compensation across national borders confronts companies with complex challenges. Whether it’s expat payroll, split payroll, or shadow payroll: We support you in clearly structuring your international compensation models. Legally compliant implementation, strategically anchored. For motivated teams.

Our focus areas

  • Implementation of split payroll models
  • Conducting shadow payroll runs
  • Consideration of local requirements and compliance
  • Application for tax identification numbers
  • Obtaining wage tax exemption certificates and wage tax deduction certificates

System Integration

We seamlessly integrate Global Mobility Payroll into your existing IT infrastructure. For seamless processes, consistent data and a setup that grows with your company.

Our focus areas

  • Seamless system integration
  • Adaptation to individual IT landscapes
  • Data migration and interface management
  • Scalable and future-proof setup
  • Sustainable architecture

Process Automation

We make international payroll digital, efficient and future-proof. We streamline your payroll processes, reduce sources of error and create space for strategic tasks. With automated processes and smart tools. Internationally.

Our focus areas

  • Digitization of payroll processes
  • Efficient data processing
  • Error reduction through smart systems
  • Scalable solutions for growing teams

Centralized, Transparent Communication

We create clarity through transparent communication. With clear structures, comprehensible processes and direct communication, we pave the way for optimal cooperation. Nationally and internationally.

Our focus areas

  • Clear communication along all levels
  • Transparent payroll for employees
  • Transparent processes for HR and Payroll
  • Training and briefings for teams

Your Questions About Global Mobility Payroll. Our Answers.

Why is shadow billing important for international employee assignments?

When an employee is assigned to work internationally, tax, reporting, or social security obligations may arise in the host country, even though the salary continues to be paid in the home country. Shadow payroll tracks the compensation data relevant to the host country and enables the legally required calculation, reporting, and payment of the applicable taxes and contributions there. It is therefore an essential tool for meeting local compliance requirements.

When do companies need split payroll?

Split payroll is required when an employee’s compensation is distributed across multiple countries, companies, or payment streams. This may be the case, for example, with executives, expats, or employees engaged in cross-border activities. The goal is to accurately reflect tax and social security requirements in the respective countries while creating a transparent compensation structure.

What compliance risks are associated with cross-border payroll processing?

Among the most common risks are incorrect tax calculations, failure to meet reporting requirements, incorrect social security classifications, or noncompliance with local labor laws. Especially when it comes to international employee assignments, even minor errors can have significant financial or legal consequences.

How do we support you with international payroll processes?

At RÖDL, we support you in implementing your global mobility payroll in full compliance with the law – from international payroll processing to expat payroll, split payroll, and shadow payroll. By closely integrating our expertise in payroll, tax, and global mobility, we ensure efficient processes, compliance assurance, and the seamless handling of cross-border employee assignments.

 

Employer of Record

An Employer-of-Record model promises new ways: setup of international teams without a local subsidiary. We assess if and how EOR fits to your path of success with global interdisciplinary expertise.

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Our products


IND® Suite

The IND® Suite is a digital global workforce management system that transparently and efficiently manages international personnel assignments. With flexible, combinable modules such as Tax, Payroll, and Work from Anywhere, the Suite ensures global compliance and guidance.

WFA Assistant®

The WFA Assistant® is our quick-check tool for compliance with work-from-anywhere requests. It ensures legally and tax-compliant mobile working worldwide – simple, smart, and secure.

Global Mobility Pulse – Newsletter

Stay informed: The "Global Mobility Pulse" keeps you updated on all legal and regulatory developments in cross-border employee assignments, as well as payroll tax aspects, both nationally and internationally.

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