On The Move

Episode 24: Simplifying PWD compliance using data and automation

Given the complexities and amount of data required to manage a compliant and efficient Posted Workers Program, technology is key. In this final episode of our posted workers directives (PWD) series, Scherezade Maestre is joined by Simon King from Vialto in the UK, as they discuss how technology can be used to simplify posted workers identification, automate submissions, ensure proper document retention, calculate appropriate remuneration, and provide accurate reporting. 

Episode 23: Posted workers: the obligations following the notification

In this episode of On the Move, our host Scherezade Maestre is joined by Nadja De Bie, from Vialto’s Brussels office. They dive into the requirements employers have post-notification of a posted worker—focusing specifically on document retention and representation obligations. They provide insights into Member States’ differences, record keeping requirements, representation recommendations, and audit consequences.

Episode 22: Posted workers, remuneration, and the Transparency Directive

In this episode, our host Scherezade Maestre talks with Iris Tuinstra from Vialto’s Amsterdam office. They unravel the complexities of the European Union’s Transparency and Predictable Working Conditions Directive—a new regulation designed to ensure that all workers in the EU are provided key information about their working and remuneration conditions. Scherezade and Iris discuss the implications for posted workers and provide useful tips to manage the remuneration requirements.

Episode 21: Posted workers and assignments into Europe

While the Posted Workers Directive is driven by the European Union, it doesn't just impact workers that are posted from one EU Member State to another. In this episode of On the Move, our host Scherezade Maestre chats with Vialto's Wendy Toonen about how companies based both inside and outside the EU should be paying attention to the rules and regulations surrounding posted workers. 

Episode 13: The growth of contingent workers and their impact on employment tax

More and more, people are deciding to work for themselves, whenever and wherever they want. Organizations are taking advantage of this growing labor pool by hiring contractors, gig workers, and project-specific experts. Tax authorities are keeping a keen eye on this phenomenon to make sure companies are playing by the rules when it comes to employment taxes. Join our host Ash Majithia and his guest Conor Tobin as they look at what's driving the growth in contingent labor, and the potential challenges it raises for employers.   
 
 

Episode 20: Posted workers: demystifying the essentials

A posted worker is an employee who is sent by their employer to perform services in another European Union member state on a temporary basis. In this episode of On the Move, we explore the fundamental obligations and considerations when organizations are looking at posted workers. Join Vialto's Scherezade Maestre, Grace Evans, and Àlvaro Fernandez Cicero as they unravel the mysteries of these requirements.   
 
 

Episode 19: Tackling the employment tax risks of the German contingent labor market

Like many countries, Germany has not been immune to the challenges of a skilled labor shortage in recent years. To fill the gaps, companies have increasingly taken on contingent workers and contractors. But that presents a myriad of challenges from an employment tax compliance perspective - and non-compliance can lead to both penalties and potential criminal prosecution. Listen in as Vialto's Mathias Schmitt and Pascal Lomb outline how German authorities address contingent workers, and provide some real-world advice on what companies can do to minimize their risks. 

Episode 18: The view from Austria: employment tax considerations related to contingent workers

The imperfect storm of the COVID-19 pandemic, combined with the rise of online employment platforms has supercharged the contingent labor pool in Austria. But organizations need to be careful, as the country's tax authorities treat contingent workers much differently than regular employees. Vialto's Mathias Schmitt is joined by Evelyn Kappel for the view from Vienna, as they talk about the implications of reclassification, and what companies can do to mitigate the potential risks. 

Episode 17: Hiring contingent workers in Canada? Here’s what you need to know about employment tax

The risk of misclassifying contingent workers in Canada can be significant, with penalties and interest for non-compliance, as well as obligations to withhold social security contributions. Our host Tina Schrob talks with Vialto's Nicole Nazareth in Toronto, and they explore the potential risks of non-compliance - for employer and employee alike - as well as how companies can make sure they don't run afoul of the law. 

Episode 16: The latest on contingent workers and employment tax in Hong Kong

Like most of the world, Hong Kong has seen a surge in independent contractor ranks in recent years. Join Vialto's Grace Huang and Theresa Chan as they explore the Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department's criteria for determining who fits into this category of worker, and the employment tax differences that govern contractors versus full-time employees. They also provide practical advice on what companies can do to stay onside with the law and minimize the potential risk of non-compliance.