Hire in Nigeria without a local entity.
Use CareerBuddy as your employer of record in Nigeria. We handle contracts, payroll, tax, pensions, benefits, and compliance — so you can hire in 10 days and save 40–70% on employment costs.
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What we handle as your Nigerian EOR
We become the legal employer on paper. You keep day-to-day control and strategic direction. Our team handles everything administrative and compliance-related.
Legal Employment
Compliant contracts, worker classification, and full legal protection in Nigeria.
Payroll & Taxes
On-time salary payments in NGN, tax withholding, pensions, and statutory deductions.
Benefits Administration
Health insurance, pension, paid leave, and statutory benefits managed locally.
HR & Compliance
Onboarding, documentation, terminations, and ongoing HR support by Nigerian operators.
Nigeria EOR in 10 days
Our process is designed for speed and compliance. From signed agreement to first payroll, most clients are operational in Nigeria within 10 business days.
- Day 1: Scope roles, salaries, and start date
- Days 2–3: Draft compliant contracts and set up payroll
- Days 4–7: Onboard employee, benefits, and documentation
- Day 10: First payroll cycle begins — you receive one invoice
- Ongoing: Monthly payroll, compliance, and HR support
Why Nigeria?
Africa's largest tech hub, deep English fluency, strong timezone overlap with Europe, and a large population of experienced engineers, support professionals, and operators.
Proof from teams employing in Nigeria without an entity
Compliance, payroll continuity, and long-run partnership — what EOR buyers weigh before they commit, pulled from our case studies.
Know Your True Cost of Hiring in Africa
Calculate the total cost of hiring talent across Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, and Egypt. See real-time breakdowns of salary, benefits, taxes, and EOR fees.
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Cost Breakdown
Senior Software in Nigeria
| Cost Component | Monthly (USD) | Annual (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Base Salary | $3,125 | $37,500 |
| Health Insurance | $150 | $1,800 |
| Pension Contribution | $313 | $3,750 |
| Statutory Contributions | $47 | $563 |
| CareerBuddy EOR Fee | $499 | $5,988 |
| 💰 TOTAL COST | $4,133 | $49,601 |
Compare to US Hiring
Same role in the US would cost approximately $150,000/year.
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Salary Benchmarks by Country (USD, Remote Roles)
🇳🇬 Nigeria
| Role | Junior | Mid | Senior | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Engineer | $12-18K | $20-30K | $30-45K | $45-60K |
| Product Manager | $10-15K | $18-28K | $28-45K | $45-60K |
| UI/UX Designer | $8-12K | $15-22K | $22-35K | $35-50K |
Kenya & South Africa
Kenya salaries are typically 5-10% lower than Nigeria for equivalent roles.
South Africa salaries are 15-25% higher than Nigeria for equivalent roles.
Get Custom QuoteFrequently asked questions
What is an Employer of Record in Nigeria?+
An Employer of Record (EOR) is the legal employer for your Nigerian team members. You manage the work; we handle employment contracts, payroll, tax, pensions, health insurance, and local compliance. You do not need a Nigerian entity.
How quickly can I hire someone in Nigeria with CareerBuddy EOR?+
We can onboard new hires in as little as 10 business days, depending on role specifics and documentation. For most standard roles, the process is 10 days from signed agreement to first payroll.
What is included in the EOR service fee?+
Our fee covers compliant employment contracts, payroll processing, tax withholding, pension and statutory contributions, benefits administration, and ongoing HR support. There are no hidden fees.
How do you handle Nigerian payroll and taxes?+
We run payroll in NGN or your preferred currency, withhold PAYE tax, remit pension and NSITF contributions, and provide payslips and monthly compliance reports. You receive one simple invoice.
Can we move EOR employees to our own entity later?+
Yes. When you are ready to open a Nigerian entity, we manage a seamless transfer of employment contracts, benefits, and payroll to your direct payroll.
Hire in Nigeria this month
Tell us about the role. We will confirm local requirements, cost, and onboarding timeline — usually within 24 hours.