Atlas HXM is the largest 100%% direct Employer of Record, operating its own legal entities in over 160 countries rather than relying on third-party partners. Founded in 2015 by Rick Hammell (who coined the term Employer of Record), the company rebranded from Elements Global Services to Atlas HXM in 2022 after a $200 million Series B raise. The platform covers the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, payroll processing in 120+ currencies, benefits administration, compliance management, and visa sponsorship in 100+ countries. Atlas provides 24/7 human support in 50+ languages and offers a self-service portal available in 90+ languages. The company holds SOC 2 compliance and ISO 27001/27017/27018 certifications. Atlas HXM has been recognized as an EOR Leader by both NelsonHall and Everest Group.
- Mid-market and enterprise companies expanding internationally that want a direct EOR model with owned entities rather than third-party subcontracting, especially those hiring across multiple regions simultaneously
- Small businesses with tight budgets looking for the cheapest EOR option. Companies that only need domestic payroll. Businesses seeking standalone contractor-only payment solutions.
- Direct entity ownership eliminates third-party risk. Responsive customer support with local HR experts. Smooth onboarding within two weeks. SOC 2 and ISO certifications. Portal in 90+ languages.
- Premium pricing at upper end of market ($599/mo). Occasional slow response times. Steeper learning curve due to platform complexity. Limited public integration marketplace. Fewer reviews than Deel or Remote.
Starts at $599/employee/month for 1-5 employees. Volume discounts for larger teams. Price is all-inclusive covering payroll, benefits, HR support, and compliance. Additional costs for visa sponsorship and FX conversion.