In April 2021, Mexico implemented various changes regarding its outsourcing laws. According to Mónica Vera, managing director of global professional services firm TMF Group in Mexico City, these updates aim to bring more workers into Mexico’s economy and help workers who haven’t received appropriate protection as subcontractors.
Those subcontracting in Mexico are now required to document their responsibilities with Mexico’s Ministry of Labor, allowing the country to address any abusive outsourcing practices. Many companies in Mexico have come under fire for not adequately paying their subcontractors, something its government is finally seeking to address.
If you focus on outsourcing in Mexico, here’s what you need to know:
Companies that help organizations find and hire subcontractors must follow these requirements:
Companies that hire and work with subcontractors must follow these requirements:
Both employers and employees have been impacted by these reforms, with employers having to directly employ their own workforce and employees being transferred or losing their jobs entirely. In addition, companies that provide outsourcing in Mexico have also shifted to limit their scope to employee recruitment, selection, and training.
With severe consequences now in play, if your business currently relies on outsourcing in Mexico, it’s essential to consult an expert to ensure your organization is adequately restructured. You’ll need to take a look at:
The current ways in which you hire subcontractors.
However, if you have an outsourcing partner, it’s important to note that companies that recruit and hire contractors for specialized services, i.e. software engineers, are not currently subject to these restrictions. What does this mean? It means that organizations such as CodersLink are able to hire elite engineering talent throughout Latin America – Mexico included.
“Labor laws in Latina America can be complicated to understand and hard to comply with, so partnering with talent platforms such as CodersLink is a must,” notes Jesus Salus, CodersLink CEO. “CodersLink has worked with the best legal firms to develop the strategies that empower foreign companies to build their teams in Mexico and Latin America compliantly and without any hassles.”
Though these requirements are subject to change, for now, CodersLink will continue to grow, build, and manage remote teams in Mexico. Because we believe that skill, merit, and global teams should lead the way in scaling the next generation of technologies.
At CodersLink, it’s our mission to ensure you’re connected with well-vetted software developers in countries such as Mexico – while still following all legal requirements. We pride ourselves on staying up to date with the fast-paced tech landscape and are here to help you build a team full of world-class talent.
Our experts will be there to provide innovative solutions for your business, organization, or project. From recruiting to training, we’ll make sure your team works like a well-oiled machine, so you can focus on building your company.
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Disclaimer:
The above information is for awareness purposes. You should seek legal advice in regards to your specific circumstances.
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