Unionization and Collective Bargaining in Colombia
Between 1986 and 2010, nearly 3,000 to 4,000 trade unionists were killed, a stark figure that shapes how we read every today about worker organization and collective bargaining. We examine how trade union strength once ranked high in Latin America and how violent...
Employer of Record (EOR) vs. Direct Hiring in Colombia
Nearly 70% of firms enter a new Latin American market faster by outsourcing legal employment functions. That speed can mean launching teams in days instead of waiting months to register an entity. We must weigh speed, cost, and control when choosing between an...
Mandatory Employee Benefits and Social Contributions
One in three payroll pesos in many firms goes to mandatory social charges — a scale few expect. We open this guide to clarify what is required today and what shifts are coming in the pension system in July 2025. Our goal is to give clear steps so companies can stay...
Corporate Governance Requirements by Entity Type
Surprising fact: 78% of investors say board oversight is a top factor when they decide to fund a business in emerging markets, and that matters a lot for firms in Colombia. We define governance as the rules and practices that guide a company’s direction, oversight,...
Overview of Colombian Labor Laws for Foreign Employers
Surprising fact: over 90% of employment protections in this country are non-waivable, meaning employers cannot contract around them. We open by explaining how the Political Constitution, ILO conventions and the Labor Code form the backbone of employment relations...
Performance Management and Employee Evaluation
Surprising fact: companies with structured reviews cut turnover by 14% and 69% of staff say they would work harder with more recognition. We define an employee evaluation as the assessment of a person’s job performance over a set period, often tied to the...
Employee Privacy and Data Protection Laws
Surprising fact: the regulator can open an investigation and fine a company within weeks — and fines have climbed sharply since Law 1581 of 2012 took hold. We write from a practical management view to help leaders meet legal and operational expectations. Law 1581 sets...
Health and Safety Requirements (ARL System)
Did you know that organizations that align with ARL rules reduce workplace incidents by up to 40% in the first year? We open with this because compliance through the ARL system delivers measurable impact for companies across Colombia. We offer a specialized team that...
