Yes, but only if they’re not acting as a full-time employee for your company. Contractors can work for multiple companies, control their work methods, and send substitutes. If a company dictates what the worker does and who they can work for, classifying them as anything other than an employee could violate Saudi Arabia employment law. Misclassifying a worker in the Saudi Arabia could lead to fines, back pay for holidays, social security contributions, setting up a Saudi Arabia business presence, and even a lawsuit from the employee.
Hire, pay, reward, and manage talent compliantly without setting up an entity. We are experts at assisting companies with their expansion into the Saudi Arabia, ensuring all processes are handled smoothly and in full compliance with local regulations.
