Key Areas Of Cross Border Employment Advice
Cross-border employment involves a range of legal considerations depending on how and where your employees work.
Jurisdiction & Applicable Law
Understanding which laws apply is important when employing staff overseas.
We advise on:
- Whether UK employment law applies to overseas employees
- Risks of employees bringing claims in the UK
- Conflicts between UK and foreign legal systems
- Managing exposure to multiple jurisdictions
Place Of Work & Working Arrangements
Clear communication is essential. Our colleagues speak English, Polish, Romanian, Slovak, Italian, Spanish, Georgian and Russian.
Employment Law & Business Immigration
Different working models create different legal risks.
We assist with:
- Employees working remotely from abroad
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Mobile and peripatetic workers
- Requests to work overseas or relocate
Global Mobility & Immigration
International movement of employees must be carefully managed.
Our employment immigration solicitors advise on:
- Sponsor licence requirements
- Skilled Worker visas
- Right to work compliance
- Cross-border mobility strategies
Redundancy & Restructuring
Handling redundancies across borders requires careful planning.
We assist with:
- Applicability of UK redundancy laws to overseas workers
- Structuring fair and compliant redundancy processes
- Managing risks across multiple jurisdictions
- Strategic workforce restructuring
TUPE & M&A
Business transfers involving international employees can be complex.
We advise on:
- Application of TUPE to overseas workers
- Risks in cross-border transactions
- Transfer of employment rights
- Post-transfer workforce integration
Employment Status & IR35
Correctly classifying workers is essential to avoid liability.
We assist with:
- Employee vs contractor status
- Risks of misclassification
- IR35 considerations for overseas contractors
- Structuring compliant engagement models
Disputes & International Claims
Disputes involving overseas employees can quickly become complex.
We advise on:
- Dismissal of employees working abroad
- Exposure to UK employment claims
- Settlement negotiations
- Managing multi-jurisdictional disputes
Dispute Resolution, Risk Management & Compliance
Our focus is on helping employers resolve issues efficiently while protecting the business.
We offer:
- Preventative legal advice and risk assessments
- Strategic support for workforce planning
- Negotiation and dispute resolution
- Representation in employment litigation where required
Who We Act For
Our cross-border employment lawyers advise a wide range of employers managing international workforces.
We regularly act for:
- UK-based companies employing overseas staff
- SMEs and growing businesses expanding internationally
- HR teams managing remote and global workers
- Directors and business owners
Whether you employ a single overseas worker or manage a global team, we provide tailored advice to support your business.
Our Cross Border Employment Lawyers Also Advise Individuals
In addition to supporting businesses, our lawyers also advise individuals on cross-border employment, including their rights when working abroad and disputes with UK-based employers.
Acting for both employers and individuals gives us a well rounded perspective, allowing us to anticipate how issues may be approached and provide informed, strategic advice to achieve fair and balanced outcomes.
How Our Cross Border Employment Lawyers Support Employers
At IMD Corporate, we understand that cross-border employment is not just a legal issue but a commercial one. Our advice is focused on helping you manage risk while maintaining flexibility.
We provide:
- Clear advice on legal obligations across jurisdictions
- Practical solutions aligned with your business goals
- Ongoing support for international workforce management
- A pragmatic, commercially focused approach
Contact Our Cross-Border Employment Lawyers
We advise employers on all aspects of cross-border employment, from initial workforce planning and structuring international arrangements to managing day-to-day issues and complex disputes. Whether you are hiring overseas, supporting remote working or dealing with multi-jurisdictional challenges, our team provides commercially focused advice tailored to your business.
We work closely with employers to identify risks at an early stage, implement effective strategies and support you through any issues that arise, including disputes, restructuring and compliance matters.
To arrange an initial consultation, contact IMD Corporate on 0330 107 0107 or request a free call back today.