Your Launchpad into Europe's Largest Market
Hire your first DACH employee in weeks, not months. We find, vet, and legally employ talent in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland so you can focus on growth.
Trusted by founders from Y Combinator, Techstars, and Series A-C companies
Trusted by companies expanding into DACH
Expanding to Germany Is Harder Than It Should Be
We talk to founders every week who face the same challenges. You are not alone.
Entity Setup Hell
3-6 months, €50K-150K, ongoing compliance burden just to hire your first employee.
Compliance Minefield
Works councils, 6-week sick leave, 7-month notice periods. One mistake can cost you.
Talent Access Gap
No local network, no employer brand, no recruiting infrastructure in DACH.
Contractor Risk
EUR 500,000+ misclassification fines, plus personal liability for executives.
Hiring in DACH Should Be as Easy as Hiring at Home
We handle the complexity so you can focus on building your team.
You Tell Us Who You Need
Share your role requirements, skills needed, and timeline. We handle the rest.
We Find and Vet Candidates
Our local recruiters source from DACH talent networks and screen for culture fit.
We Employ, You Manage
Compliant contracts, payroll, benefits, and HR support. You manage day-to-day work.
Unlike global EORs, we recruit too. Unlike recruiting firms, we employ.
One partner for your entire DACH expansion.
Built for Founders Who Move Fast
Everything you need to build your DACH team without the overhead.
2-3 Week Onboarding
From search to start date. No waiting months for entity setup.
Zero Entity Required
No GmbH, no legal setup, no minimum capital requirements.
€599/mo All-In
Payroll, benefits, compliance, and HR support included. No hidden fees.
Full Compliance
We're the legal employer. We own the risk, not you.
Recruiting Included
Local talent network access at €1,000 per hire. No other EOR offers this.
Flexible Exit
Convert to your own entity anytime. No penalties or lock-in.
Join Founders Who've Already Expanded into DACH
Hear from founders who moved fast and scaled their DACH teams with Virmondo EOR.
“We needed German engineers fast. Virmondo found three senior developers and had them onboarded in under a month. The speed was incredible.”
Sarah C.
CEO, Workflow software, Series B
3 engineers hired in 4 weeks“Setting up a German entity would have taken us 6 months and cost over €100K. With Virmondo, we were operational in 2 weeks.”
Marcus W.
Founder, Cloud platform, Seed stage
First hire in 2 weeks“The compliance piece alone was worth it. German labor law is no joke, and knowing experts handle it lets me focus on the product.”
Jennifer P.
Co-founder & CEO, Data infrastructure, Series A
Zero compliance issuesWhy DACH? Why Now?
Access $5T in combined GDP and 450M EU consumers. Your competitors are already there.
Germany
Europe's largest economy
Austria
Central Europe gateway
Switzerland
Premium talent pool
Combined market: $5T GDP with AAA credit rating
Transparent Pricing, No Surprises
Know exactly what you pay. No hidden fees, no surprise charges.
One-time fee. We source, screen, and present qualified candidates from our DACH talent network.
Compare to: 15-25% of annual salary at traditional recruiters
We become the legal employer. You manage day-to-day work. Everything included.
What's included:
- Compliant employment contracts
- Monthly payroll processing
- Tax withholding and filing
- Social security contributions
- Statutory benefits administration
Compare to: €50K-150K entity setup + €3K-5K/month ongoing overhead
Questions Founders Ask Us
Answers to the questions we hear most from founders evaluating DACH expansion.
How fast can I actually hire someone in Germany?
With our combined recruiting and EOR service, you can have a fully compliant employee onboarded within 2-3 weeks. This includes sourcing, vetting, contract creation, and all compliance requirements. Compare this to 3-6 months just to set up your own German entity.
What happens if the employee doesn't work out?
German labor law has strong employee protections, but we help you structure compliant probation periods and performance management. During the standard 6-month probation, notice periods are shorter. We guide you through any termination process to ensure compliance.
How is this different from using contractors?
Contractors in Germany carry significant misclassification risk. Penalties can reach EUR 500,000+, and executives can face personal liability. Our EOR model provides fully compliant employment, eliminating this risk entirely while giving you the same operational flexibility.
What's the difference between Virmondo EOR and Deel or Remote?
Unlike global EOR providers that cover 150+ countries, we specialize exclusively in DACH (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). This means deeper expertise in local labor law, direct entity ownership, and local support. We also offer recruiting, which Deel and Remote don't.
Can I eventually set up my own entity?
Absolutely. Many founders start with EOR and transition to their own entity once they have 10+ employees in DACH. We help with the transition, including employee transfers and compliance handover. There are no lock-in periods or exit fees.
Who handles day-to-day management of my employee?
You do. We're the legal employer handling contracts, payroll, benefits, and compliance. You manage their work, set priorities, and handle performance. It's your team, we just handle the employment infrastructure.
What compliance risks am I exposed to?
Virtually none. As the legal employer, Virmondo EOR assumes employment compliance risk. We handle work permits, tax withholding, social contributions, and labor law compliance. You're protected from misclassification fines, contract disputes, and regulatory penalties.
Do you handle equity and stock options for DACH employees?
Yes. We can structure equity grants for employees in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Each country has different tax treatment, and we advise on the most efficient approach. Stock options, RSUs, and phantom equity are all options we support.
Ready to Build Your DACH Team?
Let's discuss your expansion timeline and hiring needs. No commitment required.
What to expect:
- 15-minute introductory call
- No pressure, no hard sell
- Get answers to your specific questions
- Learn if Virmondo EOR is right for you
Or email us directly at founders@virmondo.com