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Managing payroll across multiple countries should not mean managing multiple providers, disconnected processes, and endless follow-ups. As businesses expand internationally, payroll often becomes increasingly difficult to oversee. Different local regulations, varying payroll providers, inconsistent reporting, and limited visibility can create unnecessary complexity, making it harder to maintain control, ensure compliance, and make informed decisions. Briddge Global Payroll brings your international payroll together in one secure, coordinated solution. By combining modern technology with the expertise of our global payroll specialists, we provide a single point of coordination across countries, standardized processes, consolidated reporting, and clear oversight of payroll data, employer costs, filings, and local obligations. The result is a payroll process that is more efficient, more transparent, and easier to manage, allowing your teams to spend less time coordinating payroll and more time focusing on the business. Whether you are entering new markets, managing payroll across multiple jurisdictions, or looking to streamline existing international payroll operations, Briddge provides a practical solution designed to grow with your organization. If you would like to learn how Briddge Global Payroll can simplify your international payroll operations, we would be pleased to discuss your plans. Connect with our team at https://lnkd.in/dCC-4zsK. #BuildingBridges #GlobalPayroll #PayrollSolutions #GlobalMobility #PayrollManagement

July brings several important regulatory developments that may impact employers and internationally active businesses operating in the Netherlands. Our latest update provides a practical overview of the key developments across employment, HR, payroll, immigration, tax and customs, including: • Minimum wage and travel allowance updates • WTTA implementation and labor provider licensing • False self-employment enforcement • EU Pay Transparency developments • Changes affecting sponsored employees and the Expat Scheme • Pillar Two reporting obligations • EU customs reform and more. You can download the full overview below or read it on our website: https://lnkd.in/exhfkpjk If you have any questions or would like to discuss how these developments may affect your organization, please get in touch with our specialists. We would be happy to assist. #BuildingBridges #GlobalMobility #DutchLaw #BusinessCompliance #TaxCompliance

先日、DUJAT (Dutch & Japanese Trade Federation) Showcase 2026に参加し、オランダと日本のビジネスコミュニティの皆さまと交流する貴重な機会を頂きました。 今年は、Briddgeの新たなパートナーである Coaching Leaders Japan とご一緒できたことも、特に意義深い経験となりました。、リーダーシップ開発や組織変革、異文化コーチングを通じて、国際的に活躍する企業を支援する同社の取り組みに、多くの関心が寄せられていました。   Briddgeでは、欧州進出・事業運営に必要となる雇用法、人事、移民法、給与計算、EoR、税務・会計、法人設立支援をワンストップで提供しています。この度、Coaching Leaders Japanとの連携により、組織・人材面まで含めた、より包括的なサポートが可能になりました。 欧州進出や現地事業の強化をご検討中の企業様は、ぜひお気軽にご相談ください。 https://lnkd.in/eQ3VCfJQ We recently had the pleasure of attending the annual DUJAT (Dutch & Japanese Trade Federation) Showcase at Hotel Okura Amsterdam, one of the key events bringing together the Dutch and Japanese business communities.   The Showcase is always a valuable opportunity to reconnect with existing relationships, meet new organizations, and exchange perspectives with companies that are strengthening the business ties between Japan and the Netherlands.   This year's edition was particularly meaningful for us as we were also there to support our new partner, Coaching Leaders Japan, who presented their unique approach to leadership development, organizational transformation, and cross-cultural coaching for Japanese companies operating internationally, as well as international organizations with activities in Japan.   At Briddge, we support Japanese companies throughout every stage of their European journey with integrated Employment Law, HR, Immigration, Global Payroll, Global Employer of Record (EOR), Tax, Accounting, and Corporate services. Together with Coaching Leaders Japan, we are now able to offer an even broader employment solution by combining the legal, HR, payroll, and compliance framework required for international expansion with leadership development, organizational transformation, and coaching that enables people and organizations to thrive across cultures.   If your company is considering expanding into Europe or strengthening its European operations, we would be pleased to discuss how our combined expertise can support your journey. Connect with us at https://lnkd.in/eQ3VCfJQ. #BuildingBridges #ExecutiveCoaching #JapanEurope #JapanBusiness #JapaneseBusiness

Jurren de Groot and Lissa Culbertson Boxy recently attended the American Chamber of Commerce in the Netherlands (AmCham) Summer Reception in The Hague, where members of the US and Dutch business communities came together to reflect on the importance of maintaining a strong and competitive transatlantic business environment. For American companies looking at Europe, the Netherlands continues to be one of the region's leading gateways. Its international business climate, strategic location, and highly connected economy make it an attractive base for companies looking to establish or expand their European operations. At the same time, successfully entering the market requires navigating a wide range of legal, tax, employment, HR, immigration, payroll, and corporate considerations. That is where Briddge comes in. Through our integrated one-stop shop approach, we provide US companies with coordinated guidance throughout every stage of their European expansion, allowing them to focus on growing their business while we take care of the operational and regulatory foundation. If your company is exploring expansion into the Netherlands or Europe, our team would be pleased to discuss your plans, whether virtually or in person in the United States or the Netherlands. Connect with us at https://lnkd.in/eQ3VCfJQ #BuildingBridges #USBusiness #USExpansion #AmericanBusiness #AmCham

このたびBriddgeは、Coaching Leaders Japanとのパートナーシップを締結いたしました。 本提携により、日本企業の欧州進出および海外企業の日本進出を、これまで以上に包括的にサポートできる体制を構築してまいります。 海外展開を成功させるためには、法人設立や雇用体制の整備といった法務・オペレーション面だけでなく、事業の成長に伴うリーダーシップ、人材、組織文化の発展も重要な要素となります。 だからこそ、今回の協業は非常に自然であり、またとても意義のあるものだと考えています。 Briddgeでは、国際的な雇用に関わるあらゆる実務・コンプライアンス領域をカバーする総合的な雇用関連のソリューション・サービスを提供しています。 • 雇用法 • HR（人事）サポート • グローバル給与計算 • Employer of Record（EOR／記録的な雇用主）サービス • 移民手続き支援 • 国際税務・グローバルモビリティ支援 企業の初めての海外採用から、欧州での本格的な事業展開まで、法務・人事・オペレーションの基盤構築を幅広くサポートしています。   一方、Coaching Leaders Japanは、組織を支える「人」に焦点を当て、リーダーシップ開発、組織変革、変化への適応対応、コーチングを通じて企業の成長を支援しています。 日本企業文化とグローバルビジネスの双方への深い理解を強みに、異文化環境での組織運営やリーダー育成をサポートし、国際的な組織づくりを後押ししています。   今回のパートナーシップにより、Briddgeの法務・人事・給与計算・コンプライアンス分野の専門性と、Coaching Leaders Japanのリーダーシップ・組織開発分野の専門性を融合し、企業とそこで働く人々の双方の成功を支える、より包括的なソリューションを提供してまいります。 日本から欧州へ進出する企業、欧州から日本へ進出する企業、そして両地域で事業を展開するグローバル企業にとって、持続可能な国際成長を実現するためのより強固な基盤をご提供できることを楽しみにしています。   詳細はこちら Briddge Employment Solutions https://lnkd.in/dyMhneJc Coaching Leaders Japan https://lnkd.in/g2FRqTAQ #BuildingBridges #ExecutiveCoaching #JapanEurope #JapanBusiness #JapaneseBusiness

Our Partners Jurren de Groot and Stefan de Groot recently had the pleasure of joining fellow members of the winglobally network in Paris to celebrate an important milestone: 10 years of international collaboration. The meeting brought together partners from across the globe for several days of knowledge sharing, insightful discussions, and the opportunity to reconnect with trusted professionals from different jurisdictions. From exploring the growing importance of cybersecurity in today's international business environment to exchanging perspectives on supporting internationally active businesses, the program reflected the strength of a network built on expertise, trust, and long-term relationships. For Briddge, these meetings are about far more than staying connected. They strengthen the international relationships that complement our integrated service offering, allowing us to support clients as they establish, expand, and operate across multiple countries. By combining our legal, tax, global payroll, HR, employment, immigration, accounting, and Global Employer of Record solutions with the expertise of carefully selected winglobally partners around the world, we provide coordinated cross-border support backed by both local knowledge and international reach. A sincere thank you to winglobally, ORCOM | Cabinet d'expertise comptable, audit et conseil, and everyone involved in organizing such a memorable anniversary meeting. It was a pleasure to celebrate this milestone together, and we look forward to continuing our international collaboration for many years to come. #BuildingBridges #CrossBorderBusiness #BusinessExpansion #EuropeanExpansion #InternationalBusiness

Lissa Culbertson Boxy had the pleasure of attending the U.S. Embassy's Independence Day celebration in The Hague, joining members of the American and Dutch business communities to celebrate the longstanding relationship between both countries. It was a great opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces, make new connections, and celebrate the strong transatlantic partnerships that continue to drive innovation, investment, and international business. We are proud to contribute to that transatlantic relationship by supporting US companies as they establish and grow their European operations. Over the years, hundreds of US companies have trusted Briddge to coordinate the legal, tax, corporate, HR, employment, immigration, global payroll, global EOR, and accounting aspects of their European expansion through one integrated team. What makes our approach particularly valuable for American companies is that it combines European expertise with people who understand the US way of doing business. With American colleagues based in both the United States and the Netherlands, together with a multidisciplinary team of over 90 professionals, we combine local expertise with an understanding of US business culture, communication styles, and expectations. This enables us to provide practical guidance that feels familiar to American businesses while ensuring every aspect of their European operations is fully aligned with local requirements. We would like to thank the US Embassy The Hague in the Netherlands for hosting another excellent evening and for bringing together so many members of the US–Dutch business community. We look forward to continuing to strengthen these connections and supporting even more American companies as they expand across Europe. #BuildingBridges #AmericanBusiness #USABusiness #USBusiness #USExpansion

Briddgeは今年も、アムステルフェーンで開催されたジャパンフェスティバルにスポンサーとして参加させて頂きました！ 数多くの日本文化を楽しみながら、在オランダの日本コミュニティや多くのビジネス関係者の方々と交流できる素晴らしい機会となりました。旧知の方々との再会に加え、新たな出会いにも恵まれ、とても有意義な時間となりました。 私たちは、日本企業の欧州展開をサポートする中で、人とのつながりや文化を理解することの大切さを改めて実感しています。 主催者の皆さま、そして当日お声がけ頂いた皆さま、本当にありがとうございました！ 来年もまたお会いできるのを楽しみにしています。 Last weekend, we were pleased to once again sponsor and attend the Japan Festival in Amstelveen.   The festival continues to be a great opportunity to celebrate Japanese culture while bringing together the Japanese community, local businesses, and professionals from across the Netherlands. It was a pleasure to reconnect with the community, meet new people, and be part of another successful edition.   As Briddge's Japan Desk, we work closely with Japanese companies establishing and growing their presence in the Netherlands and across Europe. Events like these are a valuable reminder that successful international business is built not only on expertise, but also on strong relationships, cultural understanding, and long-term collaboration.   A big thank you to the organizers for another well-organized event, and to everyone who stopped by to speak with our team. We always appreciate the opportunity to exchange ideas, answer questions, and connect with businesses exploring opportunities in Europe.   We look forward to seeing you again next year. #BuildingBridges #JapanFestival #JapanEurope #JapanBusiness #JapaneseBusiness

Managing employees involves far more than contracts and policies. As companies grow, people-related matters increasingly involve both HR and employment law. Whether it concerns hiring, sick leave, performance management, employee relations, policy development, or organizational change, practical decisions and legal obligations often go hand in hand. At Briddge, our HR and Employment Law teams work closely together to provide coordinated support throughout the entire employment lifecycle. By combining people-focused HR expertise with specialized employment law knowledge, we deliver practical solutions that align with both business objectives and local requirements. From employment agreements, employee handbooks, company policies, and GDPR compliance to sick leave management, employee relations, dismissals, and Works Council matters, our integrated approach provides clarity, consistency, and operational confidence for employers. Discover how Briddge can support your organization at www.briddge.com. #BuildingBridges #HumanResources #EmploymentLaw #HRServices #InternationalBusiness

When an employer terminates an employment contract, a transitional allowance is generally due, equal to one-third of a gross monthly salary per full year of employment. This also applies when an employment contract is terminated after 104 weeks of sickness. Currently, employers may recover (part of) the transitional allowance paid in these situations through the UWV. However, this compensation scheme is expected to be abolished as of January 1, 2027, if the proposed legislation is adopted. Under the latest legislative proposal, the abolition will apply to all employers, without distinction between small and large employers. As a result, employers would bear the full cost of the transitional allowance, in addition to the obligation to continue salary payments during the 104 weeks of sickness. The proposal also includes transitional provisions. If adopted, cases in which the obligation to continue salary payments ended before January 1, 2027 will remain subject to the current regime. In those situations, employers will still be able to claim compensation from the UWV after January 1, 2027. At Briddge, our HR and Employment Law teams closely monitor developments such as these and advise employers on both the legal and practical implications. From sick leave management and dismissal procedures to transition allowance matters and reimbursement requests, we provide practical, tailored guidance that enables employers to prepare for legislative changes with confidence. If you would like to discuss how these proposed changes may affect your organization, feel free to get in touch with our team via https://lnkd.in/d5GtZ3A9. #BuildingBridges #HRCompliance #EmploymentLaw #SickLeave #HRConsulting