Staffing and Recruiting Experts in Ecuador

Discover Ecuador's top talent and take your business global with our recruitment experts in Ecuador and 70+ countries. Grow your team virtually in Ecuador and unlock the potential of borderless talent today.

Lundi Recruitment Insights in Ecuador

Languages

Spanish

Payroll Frequency

Monthly

Currency

USD

Capital City

Quito

Employer Tax Rate

12.15%

Recruitment Agency Costs in Ecuador

In Ecuador, 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 Ecuador below.

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Employer Tax Costs in Ecuador

Employers in Ecuador can pay up to 12.15% in social contributions. Reserve Fund (after 1 year) will be 8.33% but is not included in total cost as not due until after 1 year.

Employee Income Taxes in Ecuador

Employees in Ecuador pay 0% to 37% in taxes depending on their income bracket. Employees also pay 9.45% in social security contributions.

Employee Probation in Ecuador

The probationary period in Ecuador is dependent on the type of role and is stipulated within the employment agreement. In general, probation periods are up to three months.

Employee Overtime in Ecuador

The standard working week in Ecuador consists of 40 hours a week, typically 8 hours a day for a five-day working week.All overtime hours more than 40 hours a week are paid at an overtime compensation rate of either 150.00% or 200.00% of the employees’ regular salary; the rate depends on the work performed during overtime and the time when the overtime was worked. Overtime hours completed must be approved by the local labor inspector.

Employee Notice in Ecuador

There is no notice stipulated notice period and employers are only required to adhere to whatever agreement spelled out in the employment contract.

Termination in Ecuador

Employee contracts can be terminated if a reasonable just cause is established, such as dishonesty, negligence, fraud, or any other work-related offenses. That aside, notice should be provided in advance – provided both parties agree to it.

How to Recruit in Ecuador

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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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No matter the industry or the function, the talent you need could be already living in another country. That’s why we created our borderless talent strategy.

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Why Companies Choose Lundi

Exceptional Talent Unavailable Anywhere Else

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  • Not available on freelancer marketplaces
  • Ready for full-time positions

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    Lundi takes the time to understand the candidate’s skills, experiences, and goals so that they can be matched to the right job.
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    Rather than relying on a single question or metric, Lundi takes into account the candidate’s overall history, expertise, and motivation.
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    Our candidate screening process is designed to be inclusive and equitable, ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to pursue their career goals.

Book a free strategy session to see how we can help you

No matter the industry or the function, the talent you need could be already living in another country. That’s why we created our borderless talent strategy.