EOR Solutions
Nigeria Employer of Record (EOR) Services
Compliantly hire and pay employees in Nigeria.
No in-country entity needed.
Breedj offers employer of record solutions in Nigeria. Through the Breedj platform, businesses of all sizes can compliantly hire and pay local nationals and expats alike.
Our platform provides a range of comprehensive solutions that simplifies EOR processes, allowing your business to operate seamlessly and in full compliance with local employment laws.
Ease of doing business in Nigeria
Nigeria, as a fast-growing economy, is a strategic market for global organizations seeking to expand their operations in Africa. According to the World Bank’s latest index, Nigeria ranks 131 out of 190 countries in the ease of doing business ranking, with a score of 56.9 out of 100.
Despite the country’s significant economic potential, the ranking implies that it can be challenging for international organizations to navigate the regulatory environment in Nigeria. The ranking takes into account several factors such as starting a business, registering property, getting credit, and enforcing contracts.
At Breedj, we understand the importance of doing business compliantly in Nigeria, which is why our Nigeria EOR services ensure that our clients adhere to local employment laws and regulations. Our in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian market and labor laws, coupled with our extensive network of local partners and experts, helps our clients overcome the challenges of doing business in Nigeria seamlessly.
By partnering with Breedj, global organizations can benefit from our expertise in navigating the complexities of the Nigerian regulatory environment. We help our clients minimize the risk of non-compliance and ensure a smooth and compliant hiring process, saving them time and resources in the long run.
Hiring in Nigeria
Global organizations looking to expand their operations in Nigeria face a crucial decision when it comes to hiring: either set up their own entity or use an EOR service provider. While setting up a local entity may seem like a viable option, it comes with significant risks, including navigating local regulatory requirements and the cost and time associated with establishing a legal presence.
Breedj’s EOR solution provides a more straightforward and cost-effective way for organizations to establish a legal presence in Nigeria. As an EOR provider, Breedj takes on the responsibilities of an employer, including payroll, taxes, and compliance with local employment laws. Our EOR services provide global organizations with access to local talent, enabling them to enter the Nigerian market quickly and compliantly.
Using Breedj’s Nigeria EOR services is the preferred option for global organizations. Our solutions are tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, and our team of local experts ensures that our clients remain compliant with Nigerian employment laws.
By partnering with Breedj, global organizations can enjoy the benefits of hiring local talent while avoiding the risks and costs associated with setting up their own entity in Nigeria. Our EOR services provide a reliable and compliant solution, enabling our clients to focus on their core business operations and drive growth in the Nigerian market.
Country fact sheet
Nigerian naira (NGN)
Abuja
206 million (2021)
West Africa
GMT+1
English
Compliance guaranteed
Breedj's local employment expertise in Nigeria
By partnering with Breedj, you can eliminate the need to establish an in-country entity, and thus, saving valuable time and resources while benefiting from our local expertise to guarantee full compliance for your business operations.
Our platform has been designed to seamlessly take care of every aspect of the local employment environment, while you focus on your core operations.
Employment contracts
We handle employment contracts for both global employees and contractors.
Guaranteed compliance
Breedj ensures full compliance with your workers' local labor laws.
Global payroll
Our platform ensures accurate and timely international salary payments.
Legal expertise
Leverage Breedj's extensive expertise to navigate diverse employment laws.
Tax & contributions
Breedj handles tax & mandatory contributions as required by local labor laws.
Multiple currencies
Your workers are paid in their local currency, directly to their bank account.
Statutory labor laws in Nigeria
Employers operating in Nigeria must comply with local labor laws to ensure a fair and equitable workplace. Below are some of the essential statutory labor laws in Nigeria that employers need to be aware of:
Employee Probation Period: While the law does not prescribe the maximum length of probation periods, in practice, probationary periods for employees typically last between three (3) and six (6) months.
Annual Leave in Nigeria: Workers are entitled to at least six working days of annual leave with full salary. The annual leave is increased to at least twelve working days for young workers (under sixteen), including apprentices. Workers must have worked for at least twelve months to qualify for annual leave.
Maternity Leave in Nigeria: Female employees are generally entitled to 12 weeks of maternity leave at 50% of pay.
Paternity Leave in Nigeria: Paid paternity leave is available in the Lagos and Enugu States for 2 weeks and 3 weeks, respectively.
Sick Leave in Nigeria: In general, employees are entitled to 12 days of paid sick leave per year.
At Breedj, we understand the complexities of local employment laws in Nigeria and ensure that our clients comply with all statutory labor laws. Our Nigeria EOR services provide reliable and compliant solutions, enabling our clients to operate legally and efficiently.
Labor regulations
6 to 12 days
12 days
12 weeks
2 to 3 weeks
3 to 6 months
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Social security in Nigeria
Employers in Nigeria are required to provide social security benefits to their employees. The Nigerian Pension Reform Act of 2014 established a mandatory contributory pension scheme, which requires employers to contribute a minimum of 10% of an employee’s monthly emoluments, while employees contribute a minimum of 8%.
Monthly emoluments are defined as the total emoluments in the employee’s employment contract but cannot be less than the sum of basic salary, housing allowance, and transport allowance.
At Breedj, we ensure that our clients comply with the mandatory pension scheme and make the necessary contributions for their employees. Our EOR services provide a reliable and compliant solution, enabling our clients to manage their payroll obligations seamlessly.
In addition to the pension scheme, employers in Nigeria are also required to provide medical insurance for their employees. The National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) was established to provide affordable healthcare services to Nigerians, including employees. While enrollment in the NHIS is not mandatory for employers, providing medical insurance to employees is still a legal requirement.
Breedj’s EOR services in Nigeria include managing social security benefits and medical insurance for our clients’ employees. We ensure that our clients remain compliant with all statutory requirements, enabling them to operate legally and efficiently in Nigeria.
Breedj's platform
54 countries
Africa
Supports multiple currencies
Onboard workers in less than 24 hours
Testimonials
What they say about Breedj
Breedj streamlined our global hiring process, making it easy to find and pay remote talents. Our team loves how the platform handles payments and compliance.
Global expansion simplified
Confidently expand to Nigeria
Breedj stands out as the preferred global employment solutions provider for several reasons, offering organizations a competitive edge with a range of scalable global employment solutions.
Cost effective
Drastically reduce administrative and overhead costs related to managing global employees.
100% compliant
Stay up to date with the ever changing global legislations, policies and local labor laws.
Peace of mind
Get direct access to our global employment experts to mitigate legal risks and penalties.
Fast-track market entry
Bypass the complexities associated with establishing a branch office or in-country.
Help emerging countries
Encourage growth and uplift lesser served regions by giving a job to talented remote professionals.
Support United Nations development goals
Directly support at least four sustainable development goals, simply by using our platform.
