Contractor of Record - Engage global talent compliantly
Fronted’s Contractor of Record lets you engage independent contractors anywhere in the world with compliant contracts, correct classification, invoicing, and payments handled for you.
What Is a Contractor of Record?
Hiring contractors of freelancers globally sounds simple, until it isn’t. Misclassification risk, unclear contracts, local tax exposure, and inconsistent payments are common issues when companies manage contractors on their own. A Contractor of Record (COR) is a solution where Fronted formally manages the contractor relationship on your behalf. We don’t employ the contractor. We structure, contract, and administer the engagement correctly, so you can work with contractors safely and confidently. You stay focused on the work. We take care of compliance, contracts, and payments.
What Fronted’s COR Handles
Fronted acts as the compliance and administration layer between you and your contractor.
We manage:
- Contractor agreements aligned with local rules
- Proper contractor classification (to reduce misclassification risk)
- Invoicing and contractor payments
- Local compliance checks and documentation
You manage:
- Day-to-day collaboration
- Deliverables and timelines
- Performance and communication
Why use Fronted’s Contractor of Record?
Compliant Contractor Setup
Contracts and structures designed to reduce misclassification risk.
Flexible Engagements
Work with independent contractors through clear, contractual structures.
Payments Made Simple
We handle invoices and payments so contractors are paid accurately and on time.
One Global Partner
Manage contractors across multiple countries through one system.
COR vs EOR — When to use each
Use Contractor of Record if you:
- Need flexibility for project-based or short-term work
- Want to work with freelancers or independent consultants
- Don’t need full-time employment
- Want lower overhead and faster setup
Use Employer of Record if you:
- Are hiring full-time team members
- Need long-term stability and retention
- Want employees fully embedded in your company
- Need payroll, benefits, and employment protections
Request a demo of Employer of Record
Whether you’re working with one contractor or scaling a distributed team, Fronted’s Contractor of Record keeps things compliant, flexible, and simple.