Expand Your Business in Brazil with Expert Recruitment Solutions

Recruiting in Brazil can be overwhelming. We simplify the process, making it easier, more predictable, and stress-free. Let us help you tap into Brazil's top talent and grow your business with confidence.
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Why Choose Brazil for Your Next Hire?

Brazil offers a unique blend of opportunities for business expansion, but navigating local regulations and labor markets can be challenging. Lundi's expertise can help you succeed in this market.

Languages

Portuguese

Payroll Frequency

Monthly, Bi-Weekly

Currency

BRL

Capital City

Brasília

Employer Tax Rate

40.00%

Recruitment Agency Costs in Brazil

In Brazil, professional recruitment agency fees range from 22-27% of the first-year annual base salary of a recruited employee. Recruitment agencies also require an upfront retainer and payment in advance installments of the agency fee based on milestones such as start of recruitment, presentation of candidates, and scheduling interviews with a candidate shortlist.

We know this might sound overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. A solution like Lundi eliminates the barriers for you. With Lundi, you can recruit talent across 70+ countries, easily managing recruitment—all in one, easy-to-use platform. Get an overview of what you need to know when hiring in Brazil below.

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Employer Tax Costs in Brazil

The total social contributions for employers in Brazil are between 35% and 40%. This includes social security, severance indemnity, and other common contributions like life Insurance, labour accident insurance, meal allowance, medical and dental, and social assistance.

Employee Income Taxes in Brazil

Employees in Brazil are taxed between 0% and 27.5% depending on their income bracket. Employees also pay 14% in social security contributions.

Employee Probation in Brazil

In Brazil, the probation period is 45 days, but can be extended to 90 days.

Employee Overtime in Brazil

A workweek in Brazil is eight hours per day or 44 hours per week.Any hours worked in excess of eight per day is considered overtime and is paid at the rate of 150% of the regular pay. Work on a holiday is paid at the rate of 200% of the regular pay.Overtime is limited to up to two hours per day.The positions that are exempt from the overtime requirement are those who occupy a position of trust (e.g. management, supervisors, anyone who has a high-level position in a company) and those who work outside of an office (e.g. field sales reps, employees working from home).

Employee Notice in Brazil

In Brazil, the notice period for dismissals is 30 days for employees in their first year, plus three additional days for each additional year worked (up to a maximum of 60 additional days).

For resignations, the notice period is 30 days. 

The notice period is halved if the termination is under mutual consent.

Termination in Brazil

There is no mandatory severance pay in Brazil, however an employee must receive pro rata amounts of holiday pay, 13th month pay, and vacation pay. An employer can also provide pay in lieu of notice.‍Each month, employers must contribute 8% of an employee's salary to the Severance Fund (FGTS), which employees may access upon dismissal. However, when terminating an employee without just cause, an employer must also pay a penalty into the fund in the amount of 40% of the balance in the employee's FTGS account. When the separation is mutually agreed, the employer still must pay a 20% penalty.

How to Recruit in Brazil

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Within days, we’ll introduce you to the right talent for your team. The average time to match is one week.
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Work with your new team member for a trial period (pay Lundi only if satisfied), ensuring they're the right fit.
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Why Companies Choose Lundi

Exceptional Talent Unavailable Anywhere Else

  • Not actively applying to jobs
  • Not available on freelancer marketplaces
  • Ready for full-time positions

We uncover the hidden gems of the global talent market. Looking for something specific? Let's see if we can help.

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Where is Lundi available?

Lundi is a flexible and scalable global talent solution that can fit into your requirements wherever you are in the world. View our coverage.

How do I open an account?

Register your interest by booking a call. During the meeting, we'll help you determine if Lundi is right for your business and how we might be able to help you with your hiring goals.

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Our Vetting Process

  • Tailored

    Lundi takes the time to understand the candidate’s skills, experiences, and goals so that they can be matched to the right job.
  • Fair and Accurate

    Rather than relying on a single question or metric, Lundi takes into account the candidate’s overall history, expertise, and motivation.
  • Inclusive

    Our candidate screening process is designed to be inclusive and equitable, ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to pursue their career goals.

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