Navigate Dutch Employment Law with Confidence
Specialized legal guidance and cultural onboarding for international companies expanding their operations to the Netherlands.
The Dutch Advantage
Specialized expertise for seamless international expansion into the Netherlands market.
30% Ruling Experts
Maximize tax benefits for your expatriate employees with our specialized application processing and eligibility checks.
Compliant Contracts
Drafting ironclad employment agreements that fully adhere to the nuances of Dutch Collective Labour Agreements (CAO).
Cultural Onboarding
Bridging the gap between your corporate culture and local Dutch work norms to ensure high retention and satisfaction.
Tailored HR Support for
Every Stage of Your Journey
From market entry to full HR outsourcing, we have you covered.
HR Settlers
Enter the Dutch market with confidenceComplete HR setup for companies opening their first Netherlands office. Entity registration, first hires, payroll setup, and compliance.
- First employee setup
- 30% ruling applications
- Employment contracts
- Payroll registration
HR Teams
Your outsourced HR departmentFull HR management for growing businesses. Dedicated HR manager, employee relations, performance management, and strategic HR planning.
- Dedicated HR Manager
- Policy development
- Employee lifecycle
- Strategic HR advice
HR Reset
Modernize your existing HRHR audit and transformation for established companies. Fix compliance gaps, update contracts, optimize processes, and restructure teams.
- Compliance audit
- Contract updates
- Process optimization
- Restructuring support
HR S.O.S.
Urgent HR crisis supportRapid response for HR emergencies. Dismissal procedures, workplace conflicts, legal disputes, and urgent compliance issues.
- Same-day response
- Dismissal procedures
- Conflict resolution
- Legal liaison
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Specialized HR for Your Sector
Deep vertical expertise for the industries that call the Netherlands home.
Technology & Startups
Seed to scale-up HR. Stock options, tech talent acquisition, rapid growth support.
Life Sciences & Pharma
Compliance-focused for regulated industries. R&D tax benefits, clinical workforce.
Finance & Fintech
AFM/DNB compliance, executive compensation, banking-grade HR governance.
Professional Services
Consulting, legal, and advisory firms. Partnership structures, billable workforce.
Logistics & Supply Chain
Distribution centers, shift workers, temporary labor, port operations HR.
NGO & Non-Profit
Non-profit employment rules, volunteer management, grant-funded positions.
Greenfield & Manufacturing
New facility HR setup, production workforce, CLA negotiations, works councils.
Production & Industrial
Health & safety compliance, union relations, blue-collar recruitment.
Seamless Integration Roadmap
From first conversation to ongoing partnership, here's how we work.
Discovery Call
Free 30-minute call to understand your business, timeline, and specific HR needs.
Day 1Custom Proposal
Detailed proposal with scope, timeline, and fixed pricing. No surprises, no hidden fees.
Within 48 hoursImplementation
Dedicated consultant executes your HR solution. Regular updates, full transparency.
Starts immediatelyOngoing Support
Continuous partnership with quarterly reviews, policy updates, and priority access.
OngoingTrusted by International Companies
"HRHelp made our move to Amsterdam seamless. Their knowledge of local laws saved us months of potential delays."
"The cultural onboarding workshops were a game changer for our US team relocating to the Netherlands."
"Professional, efficient, and deeply knowledgeable about the 30% ruling application process."
Your Dedicated Dutch HR Partner
Founded by experienced HR professionals, HRHelp was built on a simple premise: international companies entering the Netherlands deserve expert HR support without the complexity.
- 15+ years Dutch employment law expertise
- Worked with 50+ international companies
- Native Dutch, fluent English & German
- Personalized approach, not a call center
- Fixed pricing, no surprises
- Based in Amsterdam, serving globally
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about HR in the Netherlands.
How long does it take to hire an employee in the Netherlands?
Typically 2-4 weeks for the administrative setup, though this varies based on the employee's nationality and visa requirements. For EU citizens, the process is faster. For non-EU citizens requiring a Highly Skilled Migrant visa, allow 4-6 weeks.
What is the 30% ruling and does my company qualify?
The 30% ruling is a Dutch tax advantage for incoming expat employees, allowing 30% of their salary to be paid tax-free. To qualify, the employee must be recruited from abroad and possess specific expertise not readily available in the Netherlands.
Do I need a Dutch entity to hire employees?
Yes, to directly employ someone in the Netherlands, you generally need a Dutch legal entity (B.V.). However, alternatives exist such as using an Employer of Record (EOR) service, which allows you to hire without entity setup.
What are the mandatory employer costs in the Netherlands?
Beyond gross salary, expect approximately 20-30% additional costs: social insurance contributions (~15-20%), mandatory pension contributions (varies by industry), 8% holiday allowance (vakantiegeld), and sick leave insurance.
How does sick leave work under Dutch law?
Dutch employers must continue paying at least 70% of an employee's salary during illness for up to 2 years (104 weeks). You're also required to follow the Wet Poortwachter reintegration process.
Can you help with urgent dismissal situations?
Absolutely — that's our HR S.O.S. service. Dutch dismissal law is complex and heavily favors employees. We provide same-day guidance and complete legal support throughout the process.