Hiring in Gambia
Many companies expanding their workforce into western Africa find themselves looking at Gambia, but it’s important to understand the country’s intricate labor laws before hiring there.
Employment relationships in Gambia are governed by its constitution, treaties, statutes, and judicial precedents, as well as collective and individual contracts. The primary legal framework includes the Employment Act of 2007, which outlines essential employment conditions, including contracts, pay, working hours, and termination processes.
Additionally, Gambian law mandates that employment contracts be in writing, specifying terms such as job description, remuneration, and duration. Employers are also required to adhere to regulations concerning working hours, which are typically set at 40 hours per week, and provide benefits like paid annual leave and maternity leave.
Because of the complexity of employment laws in Gambia, compliant employment contracts are an essential business need. With Safeguard Global as your partner, you can employ workers in Gambia with confidence, knowing that every contract for every worker meets all requirements. We can also provide you with guidance about cultural norms and hiring best practices, and keep you up-to-date with employment regulations as they change.
Relying on an employer of record (EOR) in Gambia
An employer of record (EOR) provides an easier way for organizations to hire and pay local talent in Gambia. Because of its in-country presence, the EOR can employ the workers a company needs and lease them to that company, taking care to comply with Gambia’s labor laws. As a result, the organization doesn’t have to establish a legal presence or manage compliance in Gambia.
The EOR can hire and onboard employees in as little as two weeks and manage ongoing responsibilities such as payroll, benefits, and taxes. A full-service EOR can also manage recruitment. Together, these EOR services significantly reduce the administrative burden for an organization.
Visit our employer of record services page to learn how we can help you meet your international employment needs in Gambia.