Contractor sourcing & shortlisting
Candidate sourcing from our Philippine network
Capability & communication screening
Shortlist with summaries in 3–5 business days
Interview coordination & scheduling
Services
Structured support for businesses building offshore contractor teams
Sofia HR helps growing businesses source, onboard, support, and scale independent contractors from the Philippines with a practical and hands-on service model.
Best fit
SMEs onboarding 1–5 PH contractors who need a hands-on partner, not just a shortlist.
Service model
Ongoing partner — dedicated coordinator, weekly check-ins, contractor payments.
Why this matters
You keep day-to-day direction while Sofia HR handles sourcing, onboarding, payments, and advocacy.
From$225/mo per contractor
Full onboarding and ongoing support included. Example: a VA at $600–900/mo plus the $225 fee is $825–1,125/mo on one itemized invoice — we pay your contractor, and there are no hidden costs.
Not the right fit? Replacement sourcing included at no extra cost.
How we work
Support organized around your contractor lifecycle
From sourcing through ongoing coordination, here's where Sofia HR adds value at each stage.
Contractor onboarding and setup
Guided onboarding process
Role brief alignment & requirement clarification
Documentation and process guidance
Structured client-to-contractor handoff
Ongoing contractor support
Regular check-ins and communication
Issue escalation and mediation
Contractor payments
Retention guidance & ongoing coordination
Team scaling and continuity
Fit assessment for new roles
Onboarding aligned to your team's standards
Ongoing support to keep contractors productive
Scalable setup for additional hires
Process
Four steps from requirement to contractor support
A straightforward path from your initial brief through sourcing, onboarding, and ongoing support.
01
Brief & discovery
Day 1You share the role, must-have skills, and timeline. We align on what success looks like and how contractor support fits your growth plan.
02
Sourcing & shortlisting
Days 3–5We source and screen candidates from our Philippine network and present the best matches with summaries for your review.
03
Onboarding & setup
Week 1–2Role alignment, documentation, and initial coordination — so your contractor starts strong and has everything they need.
04
Ongoing support
OngoingRegular check-ins, contractor payments, communication support, and issue resolution for as long as the engagement continues.
Why Sofia HR
The value runs both ways
Beyond individual service steps — here's what your business and your contractors gain from having a dedicated support partner in the Philippines.
What your business gets
- Contractors who stay focused on delivering
- Less admin overhead across time zones
- Higher retention through better contractor experience
- One PH-side partner instead of multiple providers
What your contractors get
- Guided onboarding with clear expectations
- Reliable contractor payments
- A PH-side point of contact for questions and issues
- Advocacy and mediation when things need resolving
Role coverage
The kinds of roles Sofia HR supports
From creative to technical to operations — if you need offshore contractor support, we can help shape the engagement.
3D DesignersGraphic ArtistsInterior DesignersHVAC EstimatorsCopywritersContent CreatorsVirtual AssistantsBookkeepers & AccountantsCustomer Support SpecialistsCAD DraftersDigital MarketersData AnalystsSocial Media ManagersVideo EditorsWeb Developers
Sofia HR can support a wider range of business needs based on the role, required capability, and the client's growth priorities.
Why this matters
A partner for growth, not just a one-time handoff
Sofia HR helps businesses build offshore contractor teams with more structure, continuity, and practical support — from the first contractor through your growing team.
The challenge most SMEs face
It's not just finding someone capable. It's building a workable offshore setup — onboarding, communication, payment, retention — that supports your business as it grows.
Pricing
Simple, transparent pricing — from $225/mo per contractor
One predictable service fee per contractor, on top of the contractor's own rate. No hidden costs, no FX surprises.
Service fee
From$225/moper contractor
Charged monthly for as long as the engagement continues. Full onboarding and ongoing support are included at this rate.
- Onboarding coordination and setup
- Contractor payments — we pay on your behalf
- Regular check-ins and communication support
- Issue escalation and mediation
- Replacement sourcing if fit doesn't work out
Worked example
Contractor rate (example: VA)$600–900/mo
Sofia HR service fee+ $225/mo
Total, one itemized invoice$825–1,125/mo
How billing works
- Itemized invoice — transparent about how much your contractor is paid
- We pay your contractor, so no overseas payments for you
- Billed in your local currency — no FX surprises
- Quoted clearly after we review your brief; no hidden costs
Final pricing depends on scope and the number of contractors. See the pricing FAQ or send us a brief for a clear quote.
Scope of service
What Sofia HR does — and what it doesn't
Clear boundaries up front, so you know exactly where we fit and where you'll need your own advisors.
What Sofia HR does
- Source and screen contractors from the Philippines
- Coordinate onboarding setup and documentation
- Provide ongoing support for you and your contractor
- Handle contractor payments and issue escalation
- Help structure engagement frameworks and expectations
What Sofia HR does not do
- Act as an Employer of Record (EOR)
- Employ your contractors on your behalf
- Handle local payroll or tax withholding
- Provide legal or tax advice for your jurisdiction
- Replace the need for a written contractor agreement
Not sure whether you need a contractor or an EOR? Read: Offshore Contractor vs EOR.
Start the Conversation
Let's figure out what you need
Tell us about your business need — whether you're setting up your first contractor or scaling an existing team. Sofia HR can help shape the right approach.