Employer of Record Services
Compliant and effortless HR operations across the Nordics
We help you navigate the complexities of local labor laws, taxes, and employment regulations, so you can focus on growing your business.

We are the leading work life company in Finland
Are you looking to expand into the Nordics without the hassle of setting up a local legal entity?
With Barona’s Employer of Record (EOR) services, you can hire and operate in Finland and the Nordic region quickly, compliantly, and confidently.
30,000+ people employed annually from 96 nationalities
Operations in 30+ cities across Finland and the Nordics
Over 4,900 recruitment projects in 2024
Reasons to choose Barona as your Employer of record in Finland
Expanding into a new market comes with plenty of questions. How do we stay compliant? What’s the local way of doing things? Who takes care of contracts and payroll? That’s where we come in.
At Barona, we solve your core market entry challenges with:

The labor shortage will come again sooner or later, and even worse than before. We have tried to learn how to recruit global labor well in advance, because it will be available in the future as well. With Barona, the recruitment process is much easier for us. No need to take care of job announcements or answer calls in the middle of a busy day.

With Barona, the recruitment process is much easier for us. No need to take care of job announcements or answer calls in the middle of a busy day.
Tero Vesanen
CEO, VVR Wood
What we will deliver in our EOR service
We manage local contracts, onboarding, documentation, and ensure all practices align with current legislation.
We run payroll, handle sick leave, holidays, taxation, and benefits in accordance with national rules and collective agreements.
Barona’s experts ensure full compliance, monitor legislative changes, and liaise with trade unions when needed.
From daily HR support to relocation guidance, we ensure your team feels supported on the ground.
How it works
Our EOR services are always tailored to our customers’ needs.
- Contact us and define your expansion goals. We will contact you and offer the services that best suit your needs.
- Barona becomes the legal employer for your Nordic-based team.
- We manage compliance, payroll, and admin.
- You lead your employees and business strategy.
Built for Nordic market entry
Barona is one of the largest private employers in Finland and a recognized market leader in workforce services. We support tech scaleups and industrial companies entering the region with local knowledge, legal expertise, and hands-on operational support.
Whether you need a full-service setup or just parts of the EOR process, we’ll tailor a package that fits.
30,000+ employees annually
Barona employs over 30,000 individuals each year – across Finland and the Nordics.
4,935 recruitment commissions in 2024
We executed nearly 5,000 recruitment projects last year, supporting companies of all sizes and sectors.
Let’s make your expansion easy.
Ready to enter the Finnish or Nordic market the smart way?
Talk to our EOR experts today.

FAQ about Barona’s Employer of Record service in Finland
Yes. We can act as the legal employer for your chosen candidate. We’ll onboard them and handle payroll and legal requirements.
Yes. We offer immigration and relocation support services separately or as part of your tailored EOR package.
An Employer of Record is a third-party organization that hires and pays employees on behalf of another company. The EOR handles all employment-related responsibilities, including payroll, taxes, and compliance, allowing your company to operate in a new country without establishing a legal entity.
Our service covers employment administration, payroll and taxation, legal compliance, and employee support. Whether you need full EOR support or just selected services, we tailor the package to your needs.