Smart Outsourcing Solution (SOS) is a trusted Employer of Record (EOR) provider in the Philippines that helps companies hire employees legally and without the need to set up a local entity. Many founders ask, “How can I hire staff in the Philippines compliantly?” or “Which EOR covers payroll, benefits, and HR?” SOS was built to provide exactly that kind of support.
Key Services
Employer of Record (EOR) and compliance support with contracts, payroll, taxes, and HR.
Philippine legal entity that allows you to hire fully compliantly.
Payroll and benefits administration including HMO coverage.
Visa and immigration assistance for foreign hires relocating to the Philippines.
Dedicated account manager for every client.
Rapid onboarding so new employees are ready to work in as little as 48 hours.
Secondary, by request: Virtual Assistants and Remote Teams delivered via EOR. PEO or staff leasing only if you already have a PH entity.
EOR Tech Stack
Airwallex for global payments
Wise for international transfers
Sprout for HR and payroll management
Manatal for applicant tracking and recruitment
Why Clients Choose SOS
Competitive and transparent pricing that fits startups and scaleups
Full legal compliance through our Philippine entity
Fast onboarding within 48 hours with the support of a dedicated account manager
We work with clients in the US, UK, Australia, Canada, and the Nordics. With up to 70 percent cost savings and a 97 percent retention rate, SOS makes it easier for global companies to hire in the Philippines with confidence. If you are searching for the best Employer of Record in the Philippines or wondering how to hire quickly and stay compliant, SOS is ready to help.
"Their overall knowledge and level of service were impressive."
Oct 7, 2025
Managing Director, Virtual landscape Design Australia
Nigel Meier
Verified
Other industries
Australia
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified
Smart Outsourcing Solution provided an Employer of Record (EOR) pathway to onboard skilled remote teams in the Philippines for a landscape design company. The team handled the client's payroll and compliance.
Smart Outsourcing Solution helped the client shorten their proposal turnaround and reduce overhead. The team provided trained support staff in weeks and was compliant with the local labor rules and payroll filings. Their overall knowledge and proactive approach were commendable.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Managing Director of Virtual landscape Design Australia
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Landscape Design
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Smart Outsourcing Solution to accomplish?
As our commercial landscaping projects expanded across regions, admin bottlenecks in estimating, route scheduling, and client reporting slowed us down. Smart Outsourcing Solution provided an Employer of Record (EOR) pathway to onboard skilled remote teams in the Philippines who now support bids, maintenance coordination, and documentation — all under full compliance and centralised payroll. We’ve shortened proposal turnaround, reduced overhead, and scaled operations smoothly across Southeast Asia.
SOLUTION
How did you find Smart Outsourcing Solution?
Referral
Why did you select Smart Outsourcing Solution over others?
Great culture fit
How many teammates from Smart Outsourcing Solution were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
General Review (Summary)As our commercial landscaping projects expanded across regions, admin bottlenecks in estimating, route scheduling, and client reporting slowed us down. Smart Outsourcing Solution provided an Employer of Record (EOR) pathway to onboard skilled remote teams in the Philippines who now support bids, maintenance coordination, and documentation — all under full compliance and centralised payroll. We’ve shortened proposal turnaround, reduced overhead, and scaled operations smoothly across Southeast Asia. Project OverviewWe needed back‑office capacity for landscape design take‑offs, irrigation maintenance tracking, sub‑contractor paperwork, and customer service updates. SOS built a compliant offshore workforce that plugs into our project management and field service systems. What Do You Like the Most About Working with Smart Outsourcing SolutionSpeed to talent — we had trained support staff live in weeks — and zero worries about local labour rules or payroll filings. Their EOR model kept us compliant while our field crews stayed focused on installations and maintenance. What Can Smart Outsourcing Solution Improve on FurtherDeeper integration with landscape design and asset‑tracking software (e.g., plant lists, irrigation zones) would make scaling even easier. Results & RecommendationFor landscaping firms juggling multiple sites, using an Employer of Record (EOR) in the Philippines delivers affordable, compliant remote support that helps you win more bids and keep clients updated across global service areas.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
They met all project deliverables
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Always ontime & proactive
What was your primary form of communication with Smart Outsourcing Solution?
Virtual Meeting
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Their overall knowledge and level of service were impressive.
Are there any areas for improvement or something Smart Outsourcing Solution could have done differently?
No
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
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Locations (1)
9F Filinvest One Bldg. Alabang Zapote Road, Northgate Cyberzone, Filinvest, Alabang, Muntinlupa City, 1780, PhilippinesMuntinlupa, Philippines1781
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