We Do the Hard Part. You Make the Hire.
At Betternship, we pre-vet and interview top talent so you can build your team without the usual overhead. Partner with us to hire remote talent across tech, marketing, operations, and sales – backed by compliance and support.
Trusted by companies across the globe
Why Choose Betternship
Access Pre-Vetted Talent
We interview, test, and verify each candidate before you meet them. Only the best make it through.
Legal & Payroll Handled
With our Employer-of-Record (EOR) support and global payroll capabilities, you stay compliant and focused on growth.
Speed Meets Quality
Typically, you'll receive a shortlist within 24–48 hours. Full onboarding is completed within 5 business days.
Flexible Plans to Hire African Talent
Whether you need full-time employees, contractors, or a combined recruitment and EOR solution — Betternship offers transparent, flexible pricing to fit your budget and goals.
Employer of Record (EOR)
Who it’s for: Companies that want employment support, payroll, and compliance handled for hires across Africa.
Pricing: 15% of the employee’s gross salary, payable at the start of each month
What’s included:
- Payroll, compliance, and contracts managed
- Benefits administration and work permit support if needed
- Smooth onboarding aligned with your culture
- Ongoing support and check-ins
Direct Recruitment
Who it’s for: Companies that want to hire permanently, from junior roles to C-suite.
Pricing: 10% of the annual salary of the employee, payable after an official interest to hire
What’s included:
- You manage payroll, compliance, and HR directly
- We source, screen, and shortlist the best candidates
- Candidate reports & reference checks
- Post-hire integration check-in
Outsourcing to Africa
Who it’s for: Companies that want to outsource a function or role entirely rather than hiring directly.
Pricing: 10% of the monthly salary of the employee
What’s Included:
- Access to pre-vetted talent managed by Betternship
- No direct employment relationship required
- Scalable engagement based on output and scope
- Ongoing performance support and account management
Virtual Assistants
Who it’s for: Companies that need reliable remote support for admin, operations, marketing, or customer-facing tasks.
Pricing: Starting at $200/month.
What’s Included:
- Pre-vetted VAs trained in AI-assisted productivity tools
- Fast matching to your specific task requirements
- Flexible engagement, part-time or full-time
- Office-based VAs with full infrastructure support
How to Hire Remote Talent at Betternship
Build your dream team across Africa, without borders or paperwork.
Tell Us What You Need
Fill out our quick form with your company details, role requirements, and hiring goals. We’ll match you to the right service immediately.
Talent Matching
Our team selects candidates based on skills, culture fit, and experience. You only review the shortlist — no sifting through CVs.
Interview & Decide
Review your shortlist, meet your top candidates, and make the call. We coordinate scheduling, prep you for each interview, and collect feedback so the process moves fast.
Onboard & Go
Once you choose your hire, we handle contracts, local payroll, and compliance. You focus on them hitting the ground running.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring Remote Talent from Africa
Answers to the most common questions about hiring through Betternship.
Do you have more Questions? Don’t hesitate to Contact Us.
Most clients receive a shortlist of vetted candidates within 48 hours. Full onboarding including contracts, payroll setup, and compliance is typically completed within 5 business days.
We place remote talent across software development, product management, project management, design, marketing, sales, operations, and virtual assistance. Book a call and we’ll confirm whether we can fill your specific role. can fill your specific role.
No. Our Employer of Record service means we employ your hire locally and handle all compliance, payroll, and statutory obligations on your behalf. You manage the work. We manage the paperwork.
We offer a 100% quality guarantee. If a placement does not work out, we will find you a replacement at no extra cost.
We source from 15+ African countries including Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, South Africa, and Egypt. If you need talent from a specific country, let us know during the brief.