Confident contractor engagement. Compliant from day one.

AoR services that prioritize protection, people, and progress.

Independent contractor relationships can drive innovation—but only when built on a solid foundation. Zempleo serves as your Agent of Record (AoR), ensuring every 1099 engagement is properly classified, risk-managed, and supported with the care your workforce deserves.

Let's talk AoR

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Navigate 1099 complexity with confidence.

As the compliance landscape grows more demanding, businesses need an AoR partner that understands the stakes. Zempleo offers deep expertise in 1099 engagement, co-employment risk mitigation, and vendor compliance—so you can confidently grow your contractor workforce without legal uncertainty.

What we handle as your AoR

  • IC vetting & classification (audit-ready)
  • Manager alignment & SOW setup
  • Vendor onboarding & compliance checks
  • Centralized invoicing & payments
  • Asset issuance & recovery (badges, laptops)
  • Multi-state compliance guidance
  • Transition to EoR when needed
  • Program reporting & TCO insights

Real partnership.
Real results.

Single Point of Contact (SPOC)

Experience responsive, people-focused support from someone who truly understands your business.

National reach, local expertise

Whether you’re engaging contractors across states or industries, Zempleo provides compliance that scales with you.

Real partnership.
Real results.

Proactive risk reduction

Our experts don’t just react to issues—they prevent them. We spot risks early and provide the strategic guidance to avoid them altogether.

Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)

Fulfill your diversity spend goals with a trusted partner who combines operational excellence with a people-first approach.

What is an Agent of Record (AoR)?

AoR facilitates 1099 engagements without becoming the employer, while an EoR becomes the legal employer of your workers. If you’re working with contractors who aren’t on payroll, AoR is the right fit.

What’s the difference between AoR and EoR?

An EoR becomes the legal employer of your workers, while an AoR facilitates 1099 engagements without becoming the employer. If you’re working with contractors who aren’t on payroll, AoR is the right fit.

Why is contractor classification so important?

Misclassifying 1099 contractors can result in costly legal penalties. Zempleo’s AoR service includes detailed audits to ensure every engagement meets state and federal requirements.

Can Zempleo support asset tracking for contractors?

How quickly can Zempleo onboard new hires through the EoR model?

We pride ourselves on speed and precision. With our streamlined digital onboarding process and a dedicated point of contact, we’re able to support urgent hiring needs with fast turnaround and high-touch service.

What is an Agent of Record (AoR)?

What’s the difference between AoR and EoR?

Why is contractor classification so important?

Can Zempleo support asset tracking for contractors?

What people say.

When I think of a word that best describes our relationship with Zempleo, I think of partner.
Outstanding service! The communication and follow up is wonderful which is a must in the work Zempleo does. Our Zempleo Account Specialists take the time to make sure that each and every worker we send them gets what they need.
Our Human Resource Account Coordinator at Zempleo does a superb job managing the day-to-day work and always steps up and delivers during a crunch. The response time for the payrolling business has been great and the service is always responsive.
When I think of a word that best describes our relationship with Zempleo, I think of partner.
Just wanted to let you know that the team at Zempleo has been great.  I thought the onboarding process was pretty easy and convenient and their follow up has been great.  I would assume they’re dealing with quite a few of us but they still make it feel like I’m their only concern.  Not sure how you found them, but I think they’ve been awesome so far.
I can't say enough how much I appreciate Zempleo's help in saving the project.
This is the first I’ve ever received good feedback on a supplier from my group – not an easy feat! Appreciate all your teams hard work, thank you!
Great job getting everyone onboarded for the outage!  I am also getting much better feedback now that we have started using Zempleo.

Ready to simplify risk and strengthen trust?

Confidential. Complimentary. Centered on your needs.

Whether you’re navigating co-employment concerns or onboarding contractors across the country, our AoR experts are here to help. Let’s build a safer, more compliant workforce - together.

Let’s talk

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