Uruguay has quietly become a boutique powerhouse for high-end tech talent in LatAm. With a stable economy, modern infrastructure, and a highly educated workforce, the country — especially its capital, Montevideo — is a prime destination for sourcing elite, time-zone-aligned software engineers.
For US companies seeking quality and predictability, Uruguay offers a low-risk, high-reward nearshore hiring opportunity. And for those looking to hire quickly and compliantly, an employer of record (EOR) can simplify the process.
Why use an EOR in Uruguay
An EOR allows you to hire in Uruguay without establishing a local entity. It acts as the legal employer and handles local compliance, payroll, and HR obligations so you can focus on building your team. Key responsibilities include:
- Compliance. Ensuring adherence to all Uruguayan labor laws and employment standards.
- Mandatory benefits. Managing the aguinaldo, a required 13th-month salary paid in two installments, along with contributions to Uruguay’s Banco de Previsión Social (BPS).
- Payroll and taxes. Processing payroll correctly and withholding all applicable taxes and social contributions.
Why Howdy.com is the premier solution for Uruguay
Most EORs only handle compliance and payroll. They don’t help you actually find great engineers. That’s where Howdy.com stands out. We integrate elite talent sourcing, deep technical vetting, and a compliant EOR framework into one seamless platform — so you don’t have to juggle multiple vendors.
The Howdy.com advantage
Howdy.com is more than a payroll partner. We help you find, vet, and retain elite Uruguayan talent through an end-to-end model that outperforms standalone EORs.
Talent sourcing
- Standalone EORs: You are responsible for sourcing candidates.
- Howdy.com: We find the top 1% of Uruguayan engineers through our on-the-ground presence in Montevideo and trusted regional networks.
Technical vetting
- Standalone EORs: These providers do not assess technical skills.
- Howdy.com: Every candidate is screened by senior engineers in a live, hands-on coding interview to verify expertise.
Operational model
- Standalone EORs: They provide payroll support for talent you sourced on your own.
- Howdy.com: We manage everything — from recruiting and vetting to hiring and payroll — delivered in one simple invoice.
Team integration
- Standalone EORs: Support ends with HR compliance.
- Howdy.com: Our model is designed for partnership. We emphasize cultural fit, provide local HR support, and maintain a 98% developer retention rate.
Other leading standalone EOR providers for Uruguay
If you already have candidates and only need a legal hiring entity and payroll partner, these standalone EORs are commonly used in Uruguay:
- Deel. A global EOR provider with strong operational capacity in Uruguay.
- Remote. Offers full EOR services tailored to Uruguayan labor law and payroll requirements.
- Papaya Global. Combines EOR and payroll capabilities for Uruguay as part of its global platform.
- Oyster HR. A global HR solution designed to support hiring in Uruguay and other international markets.
- Velocity Global. Helps US companies manage their Uruguayan workforce through established local expertise.
The most direct path to Uruguay’s elite talent
Why juggle a recruiter and a separate EOR when you can work with a single partner that handles both? Howdy.com gives you a direct, fully managed path to hiring and retaining Uruguay’s best engineers. We handle sourcing, vetting, employment, and compliance — so your team can focus on growth.