Best recruitment companies in Ghana
A strong Ghanaian recruitment partner knows the Accra market, benchmarks salaries against published data, and can handle SSNIT tier-1 and tier-2 remittance. CareerBuddy shortlists three vetted Ghanaian candidates in 4 business days and employs through its Ghanaian EOR from $399 per employee per month.
- Main hub
- Accra
- SSNIT tier-1
- 13.5% of basic
- Mandatory tier-2
- 5% of basic
- Contract deadline
- Within 2 months of start
03What to ask a Ghanaian agency
Ghana's talent market is smaller than Nigeria's and moves largely on reputation. Depth in Accra for your specific role family matters more than a national headcount claim.
- Placements in Accra at your seniority in the last year
- Whether they benchmark to published Ghanaian salary data
- Free replacement window and its terms
- Cover for PAYE to the GRA plus SSNIT tier-1 and tier-2
04The compliance detail that catches people out
Employer social cost in Ghana is roughly 18.5% of basic — 13.5% SSNIT tier-1 plus mandatory 5% tier-2 through a private trustee. The Labour Act 2003 also requires a written contract within two months of the employee starting.
Frequently asked
Can I hire in Ghana without a local entity?+
Yes. CareerBuddy's Ghanaian Employer of Record starts from $399 per employee per month and covers contracts, PAYE to the GRA, SSNIT tier-1 and tier-2, and NHIS facilitation.
What is the standard probation and notice in Ghana?+
Probation is typically six months and notice is one month for monthly-paid staff, subject to the contract and the Labour Act 2003.
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