Driving Global Talent Success Through AOR Solutions

Looking to tap into global talent but not quite sure where to start? The current market offers exciting opportunities to connect with top talent around the world—but it also brings challenges like navigating labor laws, tax regulations, and cultural differences.

That’s why Agents of Record are becoming more and more popular. In fact, the workforce management market is expected to hit $19.35 billion by 2030, growing at a steady 11.7% rate from 2023 to 2030 as more companies turn to borderless talent acquisition.

At MBO Partners, we help companies figure out when to use an AOR, an EOR (Employer of Record), or both. AOR services in particular offer several key advantages for finding and engaging the skilled independent talent you need.

Why Leading Organizations Use AOR Companies for Global Talent Engagement

1. Navigate Workforce Compliance With Confidence

Working with independent contractors—especially those located across different states or countries—requires staying up to date with local laws that can change quickly. AOR solutions take away this burden by managing tasks such as regulatory compliance and contract details. When combined with EOR support where necessary, you gain comprehensive compliance coverage from every angle.

2. Access Necessary Skills and Expertise Wherever You Are

You may require specialized skills that aren’t available locally. AORs help you quickly find the right professionals with in-demand skills and expertise to support your projects. This global approach fills critical skill gaps and builds diverse teams that drive creativity and competitive advantage.

3. Scale Your Independent Workforce Quickly

Need specialized talent fast? Launch a fast-moving project or adjust your team size after a product cycle without the burden of long-term employment commitments. AOR services provide the flexibility to scale up or down rapidly—a key advantage when building global teams with specialized skills.

4. Manage Payments and Paperwork With Ease

Managing the administrative side of independent contractors can be surprisingly complex, but AOR services handle these tasks for you. They simplify onboarding, payments, and tax compliance for both you and your contractors. This means less paperwork and more focus on delivering quality work. With transparent pricing and easy budgeting, AOR services give you cost control while expanding your access to top global talent.

5. Enable Strategic Market Entry

When expanding to new locations, finding skilled professionals requires local expertise. An AOR partner provides valuable insights into how work gets done in different markets. Their services connect you with necessary resources and partnerships, which can help you build strong teams faster. With this support, you’ll be able to make confident staffing decisions that drive business growth.

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MBO Partners Offers AOR Services Around the World

We’ve helped global clients build and manage their international talent strategies for over a decade. Here’s how we’ve made an impact:

Global IT Business Saves £200 Million in Liability Through IR35 Compliance

A global cybersecurity firm turned to MBO ahead of the UK’s IR35 legislation update. We assessed over 500 contractors, flagged compliance risks, and created a smarter engagement strategy. The result: 200 properly classified workers and an estimated £200 million in avoided liabilities.

Professional Services Firm Saves $1.1M Through Our AOR Solution

We partnered with a professional services firm to improve compliance and simplify onboarding for their independent workforce. The updated program, which included 75 independent professionals, increased retention to 97% and delivered $1.1 million in savings in just one year.

Leading Cloud-Based Software Company Takes Workforce Optimization to the Next Level

An American software firm with 49,000 employees in 27 countries and $17 billion annual revenue and needed to scale its contractor workforce while staying compliant. MBO built and rolled out a formal engagement program, giving them a repeatable, compliant framework for global growth.

Access Global Talent With AOR and EOR Services From MBO Partners

Today’s most forward-thinking companies know global talent is key to staying competitive. At MBO, we help you stay compliant while accessing top-tier professionals—whether you’re expanding into new markets or strengthening your contingent workforce.

Ready to simplify your global workforce strategy? Partner with MBO to access talent worldwide and manage engagements through our AOR services, EOR services, and other contingent workforce solutions. Contact us to get started today.