Professional Employer Organisation (PEO)
Employer of Record (EOR) Services in Malaysia
Expand into Malaysia Without Entity Setup – Hire, Manage & Pay Your Employees with CentralHR as Your Local Employer of Record
Are you a foreign company looking to hire Malaysian employees without incorporating a local entity? At CentralHR, our Employer of Record (EOR) and Professional Employer Organisation (PEO) services make it simple, fast, and fully compliant.
We serve as the legal employer on your behalf, managing employment contracts, payroll, statutory contributions (EPF, SOCSO, TAX), and HR compliance so you can focus on managing your team and growing your business in Malaysia.
What is an Employer of Record (EOR) / PEO?
A Professional Employer Organisation (PEO) or Employer of Record (EOR) services allows foreign companies to hire local employees in Malaysia without having a legal business entity in the country.
Under this model:
- CentralHR becomes the legal employer
- You retain functional control over the employee’s role and tasks
- We manage payroll, tax, EPF/SOCSO/EIS, and statutory obligations
This is ideal for businesses expanding into Malaysia.
Who Needs PEO/EOR Services?
Our services are ideal for:
- Foreign companies hiring Malaysian employees remotely
- Startups or SMEs testing the Malaysian market before incorporation
- Regional teams expanding to Malaysia without a local office
- Businesses needing a cost-effective and compliant HR structure
Our PEO/EOR Service Malaysia Scope
With CentralHR as your local partner, you gain access to a complete solution:
1. Local Employment Setup
- Draft and issue compliant employment contracts
- Onboard employees under CentralHR’s registered entity
- Ensure compliance with Malaysia’s Employment Act 1955
2. Monthly Payroll Administration
- Process monthly salaries and generate payslips
- Manage EPF, SOCSO, EIS, TAX contributions
- Monthly payslip generation and salary disbursement
3. Statutory & HR Compliance
- Maintain employee records and statutory submissions
- Provide advisory on terminations, leave, and misconduct
- Issue Form EA for annual tax filings
4. Ongoing HR Support
- Employee document management
- Leave tracking and record-keeping
- Coordinate end-of-employment documentation
Benefits of Using CentralHR as Your EOR in Malaysia
- No Need for Company Registration
- Hire Quickly & Compliantly in Malaysia
- Save Time & Cost on HR/Admin Processes
- Risk-Free Market Entry Strategy
- Full Compliance with Malaysian Labour & Tax Laws
- On-the-Ground Support from HR Experts in Malaysia
How It Works – Simple & Fast
1. You Identify the Candidate
- You choose who to hire – we take care of the paperwork.
2. We Onboard the Employee
- We sign the contract, register the staff, and manage payroll.
3. You Manage the Work
- You retain day-to-day control and performance management.
4. We Handle Compliance
- We take care of salaries, deductions, and statutory obligations.
Why Choose CentralHR?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
An Employer of Record (EOR) is a third-party service provider that hires and manages employees on behalf of a company, allowing businesses to engage workers in Malaysia without setting up a local legal entity.
CentralHR is the legal employer, while you remain in charge of the employee’s daily tasks and responsibilities.
Yes. We’ll guide you through lawful termination processes in line with Malaysian labour law and handle the final settlement and documentation.
For local hires, onboarding can begin in as little as 1 to 2 weeks, depending on documentation readiness.
EOR services enable you to hire talent quickly and compliantly in Malaysia without the complexity and cost of incorporating a company. It simplifies payroll, statutory contributions, and HR compliance, letting you focus on business growth and operations.
Let Us Be Your Workforce Partner in Malaysia
Whether you’re a growing startup, a multinational, or a remote-first company – CentralHR helps you hire in Malaysia legally and efficiently without opening a local branch.