Managing contractors across borders shouldn’t be a gamble. Every delay, misstep, or misclassification – offshore or onshore – puts your timeline, budget, and reputation at risk. CXC brings clarity and control: Fast, compliant, and purpose-built for cross-border workforce complexity.
Don’t wait for an audit – book your free Compliance Workshop tailored to global energy teams.
(Confidential. No pressure. No strings attached.)
Offshore exploration and production is high-stakes. But the contractor program running it? Often held together by spreadsheets and hope.
Here’s what we see every week:
Every offshore delay costs millions. The biggest risk? Thinking your current setup is “good enough.”
CXC delivers the compliance-first contractor management solution Oil & Gas giants trust across EMEA
(Fast, no pitch, no strings attached)
That’s millions in legal exposure. Months in ramp-up time. And still no global visibility.
From Algeria to the Norway, UAE, Spain to Saudi Arabia – CXC gets you operational fast.
Three ways we help you stay compliant, scale fast, and stay audit-ready.
Your compliance nerve centre.
A digital platform to audit, assess and manage worker compliance, developed through our diagnostic process, managed by experts.
Engage contractors anywhere – without setting up legal entities.
We take on full responsibility for worker compliance, onboarding, payroll, and tax so your teams can deliver across borders without the legal complexity.
Total visibility. Total control. Zero supplier bias.
We centralise your contingent workforce, clean up supplier chaos, and give you the governance and cost control your Procurement and Compliance teams are desperate for.
Contractors Onsite. On Time. Compliant.
Specialist contractors are onsite and offshore – on time, fully compliant, and ready to work
Zero Surprises. Always Audit-Ready.
Compliance teams stay ahead of global regulations, with every worker audit-ready – no surprises
Cost Certainty. No Penalties. No Guesswork.
Finance gets cost certainty, streamlined payroll across jurisdictions, and zero unexpected penalties
One Partner. Total Control.
Procurement gains total visibility and control – one partner, clean contracts, no vendor chaos
Faster Access to Critical Skills. No Entity Headaches.
HR and Talent Acquisition secure critical skills fast – without entity setup delays or onboarding bottlenecks.
Every Worker Qualified. Every Standard Met.
HSE teams ensure every contractor meets safety and certification standards – reducing operational risk
No Shutdowns. No Compliance Delays.
Your rigs, refineries, and projects stay on schedule – no shutdowns, no compliance-triggered delays
The Projects Contractors Want to Work On.
Contractors prefer your projects – thanks to seamless onboarding, reliable payments, and a reputation for doing things right.
This is what we deliver. Every time.
We’re offering a free 30-minute strategy session, tailored to your operations, to help you get ahead of shifting legislation by walking through the specific risks and regulations impacting your regions.
We’ll distil the key insights from your call into a concise takeaway you can share internally – risks, opportunities, and suggested next steps, tailored to your operations.
(Confidential. No pitch, no pressure. You’ll receive a personalised summary after the session.)
We’re still refreshingly “old-school” – we believe in goodwill, clarity, and serving first. No “gotchas”. No surprise pitch.
Here’s what can happen after our call:
You leave with a tailored plan – yours to run with, no strings attached. We’re glad we helped and we’ll stay friends.
You want to keep the conversation going. Great – we can explore fit.
You feel we wasted your time. Fair play – we’ll send something small (coffee, book, quiet peace offering) to say thanks for your time.
There is nothing for you to lose: We take on the effort, the prep, and the follow-up. We wouldn’t offer this if we weren’t confident we could help.
| FEATURE | CXC | TYPICAL SELF-SERVE EOR PLATFORM |
| Local Compliance Expertise | Deep expertise in local laws | Limited local expertise |
| Dedicated Account Manager | Yes, dedicated contact per client | No dedicated manager – use ticket systems |
| Built-In Legal & Tax Compliance | Compliance is built-in, not optional | ⚠️ Varies by country – not always guaranteed |
| Custom Workforce Solutions | Tailored to your needs | Standardised packages |
| Real-Time Human Support | Humans, not bots | Mostly chatbots or slow email support |
| One-Size-Fits-All Platform | Solutions are tailored, not templated | ✔️ Yes, but not adaptable |
| Focus on Risk Mitigation | Risk-first approach | Often prioritises cost over risk |
| Reactive vs Proactive Support | Proactive and preventative | Often reactive after issues arise |
| Country Coverage | Extensive in-region footprint | ⚠️ Limited or outsourced presence |
| Global Risk Infrastructure | Embedded frameworks for employment, tax & immigration risk | ⚠️ Risk managed reactively or outsourced |
| Strategic Advisory Capability | Consultative, long-term workforce planning | Transactional focus – limited to onboarding & payroll |
| Change Management Support | Support through transitions, expansions & restructures | DIY – no structured change planning support |
| Talent Experience Ownership | Cohesive onboarding, support & compliance aligned to employee experience | Fragmented – compliance-first, not talent-first |
| Enterprise-Grade Scalability | Proven model with multinationals across regions | ⚠️ May break down at scale – not built for complexity |
| Customised Reporting & Insights | Real-time insights aligned to client metrics | Basic dashboards, often irrelevant or generic |
| Onshore vs Offshore Operations | Local entities and people on the ground | Heavy reliance on offshore, third-party partners |
| Governance & Audit Readiness | Always audit-ready, with full documentation trail | ⚠️ May not meet enterprise-level audit standards |
With over 30 years managing global contractor programs, CXC powers compliant workforce delivery for leaders across energy, infrastructure, and engineering.
We partnered with one of the world’s top five energy companies to implement a multi-region, governance-led EoR payroll solution and supplier strategy — supporting cross-border compliance at scale.
We delivered a consistent, contractor-first experience while managing complex change across regions and providing ongoing program support.
(Client name withheld due to NDA restrictions.)
Clients trust us because:
We operate in 100+ countries
We offer EoR, AoR, MSP, Payroll& Compliance – all under one roof
We customise for their local, regional, or global requirements
With 50+ legal entities and the capability to serve over 100 countries, CXC delivers compliant payroll solutions – even in the most complex and challenging markets.
We don’t just promise compliance – we take full ownership of it. With in-house legal experts and partnerships with top-tier local law firms, we ensure you’re protected across every jurisdiction. From labor laws to tax risks, we’ve got your back – wherever you operate.
No surprises. Just predictable, enterprise-grade pricing models that you can count on.
We align with your program’s governance structures to deliver the service you expect, every time.
Unlike some providers, we’re not tied to staffing or HR capital firms, ensuring unbiased, world-class service.
We grow with you. Whether you’re entering new markets or managing complex workforce challenges, we provide stability with agility.
We’re not chasing quick wins. We’re invested in long-term partnerships built on integrity, clarity, and outcomes that last.
We’re the trusted force behind the scenes – making complex contractor delivery simple, compliant, and ready to scale across offshore and onshore operations.
In 30 minutes, we’ll show you:
Where you’re exposed to compliance risk
Where you could unlock savings
What compliant looks like
You’ll leave with an action plan – no pitch, no pressure.
Reliable solutions backed by 30+ years of expertise. From global reach to local insight, we deliver flexible, compliant payroll with transparent pricing, dedicated teams, and a partnership you can count on.
Audits. Fines. Delays. You won’t see it until it’s too late.
With offshore exploration timelines tighter than ever, there’s no margin for contractor mistakes.
Fix it before it becomes a crisis.
(Reacting too late isn’t a strategy.)
Disclaimers:
*Estimated costs associated with contractor misclassification are based on typical liabilities observed in high-compliance jurisdictions, including retroactive social security contributions, back taxes, employee benefits, penalties, and legal fees. The €150,000+ figure is often used as a conservative average for a mid-to-senior level contractor in high-compliance regions like UK, Germany, France, or Spain, especially in industries where rates and contributions are higher.
For example, in countries like Germany, employers may be liable for up to 4 years of back payments — or up to 30 years in cases of intentional misclassification (Source: CXC Global Hiring Guide). Actual financial exposure can vary significantly depending on jurisdiction, contractor terms, duration of engagement, and local regulations. Always seek professional advice for specific compliance assessments.
**Timelines may vary depending on solution scope, regional requirements, and implementation complexity.
