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Cut Payroll by 70% & Hire Offshore Talent in Just 7 Days

500+ Hires Placed. 4.9 ★ on Average. Clients in 15+ Countries.

We are already trusted by venture-backed startups & fast-scaling teams across SaaS, ecom, and agencies. The time is yours now! Hire operators, assistants, and many more roles as you want to scale your business to the next level.

Are You a Fast-moving Founder or COO Scaling a SaaS, Ecom, or Agency Business?

We’ve got your next AI-savvy Executive Assistant, Ops Specialist, or skilled Customer Support Rep, completely ready to onboard.

$0 to Start. Pay Only When You're Matched With The Right Hire.

Just stop wasting your time and money on bad hires. With Merit, you don’t pay a cent until we place the right operator or assistant into your team.

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Excellence That Makes Merit Truly Stand Apart

8-step vetting + role-specific work tests: Every candidate we suggest passes rigorous screening and hands-on tests, a perfect fit for your specific roles.

Timezone overlap guaranteed: We align your hire’s hours with your team’s schedule for efficient collaboration. No midnight meetings or async delays.

Replacement guarantee: If you hire isn’t the right match you are looking for, don’t worry! We’ll replace them fast. No questions asked, no extra cost, and even within 90 days.

$0 to start, pay only when you hire: You will start completely free. You only pay once we deliver a fully vetted, ready-to-work operator who is best for your team.

Marketplace Freelancers vs Merit: What’s the Smarter Choice?

Hiring from marketplaces like Upwork or Fiverr might seem easy. Wait! Maybe you’ve not faced turnover, missed deadlines, and inconsistent quality. Merit gives you dedicated, vetted talent that integrates into your team and delivers quality from day one.

Confused? Know how we stack up:

Dimension	Merit	Fiverr/Upwork
Engagement	Dedicated VA per client and becomes part of your team	Gig-based freelancers juggle many clients
Vetting	High-touch, multi-stage vetting (skills, comms, culture, tools)	Self-reported profiles; quality is hit-or-miss
Quality Control	Ongoing QA, manager oversight, performance playbooks	None by default; you manage and police quality
Continuity	High-touch, multi-stage vetting (skills, comms, culture, tools)	Self-reported profiles; quality is hit-or-miss
Continuity	Stable, long-term placement; single account owner	High turnover risk
Onboarding	Structured onboarding + SOP capture	You build SOPs, training, and handoffs yourself
Management Load	Low as we handle sourcing, screening, payroll, replacements	High with post jobs, filter bids, manage disputes
Data Security & IP	NDAs + secure tool access policies	You must set up and enforce everything yourself
Cost Model	Monthly retainer; predictable	Hourly or per-gig; often costs more due to rework
Replacements	Guaranteed replacement within days if needed	Start over like a new post, new search, new interviews
Training & Upskilling	Included playbooks; AI/automation best practices	Ad hoc depends on each freelancer
Best For	Scale, ongoing ops, multi-role support, process building	One-off tasks, experiments, ultra-short gigs

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What Our Satisfied Clients Have to Say

“Merit accelerated our hiring process from 6 weeks down to just 6 days. Our Executive Assistant now manages investor communications and board preparation. My calendar finally feels manageable.” Alex Tan, Founder, AI SaaS (15 FTE)

“After switching from freelancers to Merit, our customer satisfaction jumped 18 points in 60 days, while payroll costs dropped 62% compared to US hires.” Jessica Morales, VP Customer Experience, DTC Beauty ($30M ARR)

“We onboarded two Ops Associates who completely overhauled our SOPs in Notion and automated our returns process. Now we can resolve tickets 2.4 times faster.” Samir Patel, COO, E-commerce Aggregator

Top Offshore Roles We Recruit For

Admin Assistant

They are responsible for handling admin tasks, such as scheduling, inbox management, and data entry. You can focus on core goals without drowning in repetitive work.

Customer Support Representative

Responds to customer inquiries via chat, email, or phone. You can ensure satisfaction, resolve issues, and improve overall brand experience.

Lead Generation Specialist

Builds prospect lists, qualifies leads, and manages outreach campaigns. You can fill your sales pipelines consistently with high-quality potential customers.

Social Media Manager

Creates, schedules, and manages content across platforms. Plus, they help engage your audience, grow followers, and monitor trends to improve your presence.

Shopify Assistant

Manages product listings, orders, and store setup on Shopify. You will get optimized eCommerce performance and an enhanced customer shopping experience.

Content Writing

Writes engaging, SEO-optimized articles, blogs, and marketing content. All to help you attract and retain customers and enhance your online presence.

Digital Marketing Assistant

Professionally implements SEO, online ads, email campaigns, and analytics. Proudly drives website traffic, leads, and conversions.

Tech/IT Support

They mainly handle technical issues, maintain IT systems. You can ensure efficient digital operations for uninterrupted business performance.

Operation Manager

Appointed to oversee daily company processes and optimize your workflows. Improves efficiency to ensure smooth business operations.

Project Manager

Plans, coordinates, and executes projects on schedule and budget. They also manage resources and team collaboration effectively.

Customer Success Manager

Works to ensure customers get the desired goals with products/services. It helps enhance the retention rate.

Marketing Manager

Responsible for developing marketing strategies, campaigns, and initiatives. It helps boost brand awareness and engagement.

Sales Manager

Leads and motivates sales teams. They set targets and drive revenue growth through strong planning.

Ecommerce Manager

Manages online store operations and marketing. Also, they manage performance metrics to increase sales and improve customer experience.

HR Manager

Exclusively handles recruitment, employee relations, training, and policy compliance.

UI/UX Designer

Designs user-friendly interfaces and seamless experiences that improve usability.

Product Designer

Designs functional, intuitive products that meet user needs and meet business goals.

Web Designer

Develops visually appealing website layouts and graphics. It helps strengthen your brand identity and usability.

Graphic Designer

Produces creative visual content for digital and print marketing materials. You can enhance user engagement to the mark.

Video Editor

Edits raw footage into polished videos for storytelling and marketing.

Creative Director

Guides the overall creative vision. You can ensure consistent design language and branding across all mediums.

Full-Stack Developer

Manages both front-end and back-end development to create complete, scalable web applications.

DevOps Engineer

Automates deployment processes, manages cloud infrastructure, and ensures the reliability of systems.

Web Developer

Responsible for creating and maintaining websites. They ensure optimal performance, security, and user experience.

AI/ML Engineer

Builds intelligent applications using machine learning algorithms and artificial intelligence models to solve complex problems.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Merit offer compliance with international hiring laws?

We follow international hiring laws and partners with an expert team that handles everything from contracts to tax filings. You can be fully assured that you are compliant with local labor laws, wherever you hire.

How long does it take to get started?

You can get started with Merit in as little as 6 days. We offer apid consultation, tailored candidate matching, and a planned onboarding process for optimal efficiency.

Will the offshore team work in our time zone?

Yes, we customize shifts to match your preferred working hours. No matter if you are EST, PST, or any global time zone, the team offers smooth collaboration.