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Employer of Record in Jamaica.
G-P provides employer of record services for customers that want to hire employees and run payroll without first establishing a branch office or subsidiary in Jamaica. Your candidate is hired via G-P’ Jamaica PEO in accordance with local labor laws and can be onboarded in days instead of the months it typically takes. The individual is assigned to work on your team, working on your company’s behalf exactly as if he or she were your employee to fulfill your in-country requirements.
10Holidays per year
40hours per weekWorking hours per day or month
Payroll in Jamaica.
Jamaica is a North American country with a large population close to 3 million. While Jamaica elected to become an independent nation in 1962, it’s still considered a member of the British Commonwealth. Therefore, Queen Elizabeth is the Queen of Jamaica, but only by tradition. She does not interfere with the country’s laws.
Hiring in 
Jamaica.
When you start working in a new country, you have plenty of tasks to focus on. You may not have as much time to focus on running your company, which is why you need talented employees you can rely on. But do you know how to recruit and hire Jamaica employees successfully?
Compensation & Benefits in Jamaica.
Compensation & Benefits in Jamaica.
When you grow your company into a new country, you’ll have to carry out benefits planning amidst navigating an unfamiliar labor market with various regulations. With an organized approach, you can create a competitive and compliant plan for your employees in Jamaica.
JMD9,000 per weekMinimum wage per month
2weeksAnnual vacation leave (min)
Jamaica Subsidiary.
Working in Jamaica will give your company an edge over the competition, help you enter new markets, and allow you to build a team of talented new employees. However, you’ll need to set up a Jamaica subsidiary to work in the country, which can take weeks or months of your time. You’ll also have to worry about following Jamaica’s subsidiary laws to stay compliant and avoid fines or delays.
Jamaica Visas & Permits.
Jamaica is a melting pot of different people and cultures, making it an excellent destination for employment or business. As many new industries develop, you may want to get in on the ground floor with an expansion to Jamaica. However, you will need talented employees to ensure your company is successful.