Learn About Secondment
Everything EU employers need to know about posting workers across borders — legally, efficiently, and at scale — with Intermann as your trusted partner.
What is staff secondment?
Staff secondment (also called worker posting or employee secondment) is a legal arrangement in which a staffing agency temporarily places its employees at a client company in another EU country. Unlike direct recruitment, the workers remain on the agency's payroll.
The key distinction: the staffing agency — Intermann — remains the legal employer. We manage the payroll, social security contributions, A1 certificates, and full administrative compliance. We deploy workers from both Romania and Bulgaria. You simply benefit from the workforce.
Secondment is governed by EU Directive 96/71/EC, updated by Directive 2018/957, which guarantees that posted workers receive at least the same core working conditions as local employees in the host country — including minimum wage, working hours, and health & safety standards. Not sure which model suits you? Compare secondment vs. recruitment.
The Intermann secondment advantage
We take on 100% of the administrative and legal burden so you can focus on your core business.
Full legal compliance
We manage all posting declarations, A1 social security certificates, and host-country notifications on your behalf.
Fast deployment
Average time-to-deployment of 2–4 weeks from initial briefing to workers on site.
Pan-European coverage
Offices and representatives in 6 countries ensure seamless coordination across borders.
Vetted talent pool
10,000+ pre-screened candidates across all sectors, ready for immediate secondment.
No hidden costs
Transparent all-in pricing: salary, social charges, insurance, and admin fees clearly itemised.
Ongoing HR support
Dedicated account manager and on-site support for the full duration of the secondment.
AI-Powered Instant Translation
We provide a free AI translation device on all secondment contracts. It instantly translates Romanian and Bulgarian into your company's language — eliminating communication barriers on-site from day one.
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How secondment works with Intermann
From briefing to deployment in as little as 2–4 weeks.
Define your needs
Tell us the role, number of workers, start date, and location. We'll confirm feasibility within 24 hours.
Candidate selection
We shortlist pre-screened candidates from Romania and Bulgaria. You review CVs and conduct interviews if needed.
Administrative setup
Intermann handles all posting declarations, A1 certificates, work permits, and host-country notifications.
Deployment & support
Workers arrive on site. Our local representative remains your point of contact for the full duration of the mission.
Ready to second workers across Europe?
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