Setting Up back office In India

Set Up a Back Office in India — Without Opening a Local Entity

Looking to expand your business operations into a high-value, cost-effective location? Set up a back office in India to access one of the world’s strongest talent markets. With skilled professionals in finance, IT, customer service, analytics, and administration—and strong English proficiency—India has become a top destination for global support teams. The country offers key advantages: time zone alignment for near 24/7 operations, lower employee costs without compromising on quality, and solid infrastructure in major business hubs. These factors make it easier for international companies to scale their operations efficiently while keeping overhead under control.

 

But building a team in a different country isn’t always simple. Hiring without a registered entity in India often brings legal and administrative hurdles. That’s where Team Management Services (TMS) helps. We enable you to set up a back office in India through our Employer of Record (EOR) model—without opening a local company. We handle HR, payroll, compliance, employee onboarding, and ongoing support. Your team works under your direction, while we take care of the legal employment framework. Whether you’re starting small or growing long-term, we help you build a fully supported, compliant back office in India—quickly and with clarity.

With our Employer of Record (EOR) Service you can

Hire your Team in India

Manage your Employees In India

Pay your Employees in India through TMS

Transfer International Employees anywhere in India

Why Global Companies Choose India for Back Office Teams

India offers more than just operational savings—it’s home to a large, educated, and English-speaking workforce that’s equipped to support global teams. Whether you need professionals in finance, analytics, customer support, or admin roles, India provides access to experienced talent across sectors. By setting up a back office in India, you can tap into this talent pool and operate with flexibility and control. Here’s what you gain when you set up a back office in India:

Access experienced talent across industries: From accountants and data analysts to IT specialists and support staff, India offers a strong pool of professionals with global work exposure and industry-relevant skills.


Build teams that support multiple time zones: India’s time zone (GMT+5:30) allows you to extend your working hours or even run 24/7 operations by overlapping with both Asia-Pacific and Western markets.


Start operations without opening a local entity: With an Employer of Record (EOR) like us, you can legally hire and manage employees in India without setting up a company. We handle all employment responsibilities on your behalf.

Increase efficiency with professional HR and payroll support: Our local HR team ensures your employees are onboarded, paid, and managed in compliance with Indian laws—so your operations stay smooth and structured.

This mix of talent, time zone coverage, and easy setup makes India a smart choice for companies looking to scale efficiently—without adding extra complexity.

What If You Don’t Set It Up the Right Way?

 

When companies set up a back office in India without local support, they face recurring challenges. From payroll delays to compliance gaps, these issues can disrupt operations and impact team morale.

 

  • Delayed salary payments: International transfers can take time, leading to dissatisfaction among employees who expect timely pay.

  • Payroll and compliance mistakes: Navigating India’s labor laws and tax rules from abroad can result in costly errors or missed filings.

  • Unstructured onboarding and exits: Without proper HR guidance, employees may face confusion during joining or when transitioning out.

  • Miscommunication and policy gaps: Without an on-ground contact, everyday HR questions often go unanswered, affecting team morale and trust.

  • Tax uncertainties: Both the company and employees may struggle to understand and meet Indian tax responsibilities correctly.

These aren’t major problems—but over time, they slow down your growth and create friction within your team. When you set up a back office in India through a trusted Employer of Record, your workforce gets the legal clarity, payroll accuracy, and HR support they need to stay focused and perform well.

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Everything Your Remote Team in India Needs — Handled by Us

Here’s how we help you set up and manage your back office in India—without opening a local entity:

 

  • Hire and manage employees legally through our EOR model: We take care of everything from sourcing and onboarding to ongoing HR support. Your team works under your direction, while we remain the legal employer—handling contracts, local labor laws, and full lifecycle management.

  • Run compliant payroll and take care of all statutory requirements: We manage salary payments, tax deductions, government filings, and other payroll processes in line with Indian regulations. We also support foreign nationals with visas, insurance, and tax filings, so everything stays compliant and stress-free.

  • Support business operations with workspace, billing, and IT setup: Whether you need access to co-working spaces or help coordinating with IT vendors, we handle the operational side too. We bill clients in USD or Euros and pay employees locally in INR (or foreign currency for expats), simplifying cross-border transactions.

From your first hire to a full team, we help you get started quickly—with the right structure and support.

Let’s Get Your Team in India Up and Running

We act as your local partner—managing compliance, payroll, and HR—so you can set up a back office in India without dealing with legal complexities. Whether it’s a short-term setup or a long-term plan, we ensure everything runs smoothly, legally, and with the right HR support. With our EOR model, your team works under your direction while we take care of the rest.

FAQs

No, you don’t. With our Employer of Record (EOR) service, we legally employ your team in India on your behalf. You get full operational control while we handle compliance, payroll, and local HR—no need to open a local entity.

You can hire for a wide range of roles—finance, data analytics, customer support, admin, HR, and more. We help you find qualified professionals based on your exact requirements.

We take care of everything—from employment contracts and payroll taxes to statutory benefits and employee exits. Our team stays updated with Indian regulations so your business remains fully compliant.

Yes. Your team reports to you, follows your processes, and works within your time zones. We just handle the legal employment and HR responsibilities in the background.

Absolutely. Whether you need someone for a few months or a long-term setup, we can help you hire and manage employees legally and efficiently.

Our monthly fee covers legal employment, payroll processing, taxes, HR support, and reporting. You’ll get one consolidated invoice in your preferred currency, and we’ll manage everything locally.

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1003-04, 10th floor G-Square Business Park, Jawahar Road, Opposite Railway Station, above Kalyan Jewellers, Ghatkopar East, Mumbai – 400077

BRANCH OFFICE

601 to 603 Aries Galleria, Vasana Road, Vadodara – 390015 Gujarat, India

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