Endpoint Clinical is a market leader in Randomization and Trial Supply Management (RTSM). With headquarters in the United States, the company partners with biopharma and CROs worldwide to deliver innovative, flexible and reliable technology solutions that power clinical trials. Its next-generation technology and proven expertise set the foundation for trial success across the globe.
Industry: Clinical Trials/Life Sciences
Headquarters: USA
Year Founded: 2009
Project Focus: Workforce transition and onboarding following a carveout transaction in China
Solution: Employer of Record (EOR)
The Challenge: Tight Timeline, Complex Requirements
During a strategic asset carveout, Endpoint Clinical faced the challenge of transitioning a small but critical workforce in China. With only six weeks until the project closes, the timeline was extremely tight.
While the client initially planned to onboard employees directly, there were gaps in certain provinces where they could not fully engage staff from the transferring business. GoGlobal quickly assessed the situation and determined that with the right support, these employees could be onboarded compliantly.
Four employees required precise, timely onboarding while one employee needed a temporary, fixed-term arrangement. Each transition was managed to ensure compliance, operational continuity and employee confidence.
The workforce included senior-level employees whose roles were critical to ongoing operations. Preserving seniority, benefits and entitlements while ensuring full compliance with local labor law was essential. Any misstep could disrupt operations or affect employee trust during the transition.
The Solution: Hands-On EOR Support
GoGlobal acted as an Employer of Record (EOR) for Endpoint Clinical’s small headcount in various provinces in China, providing a compliant employment solution where the client did not have an existing legal entity. This enabled rapid onboarding, contract management, and benefits alignment without operational disruption.
- Resign & Rehire Framework: GoGlobal implemented a Resign & Rehire approach, resigning and immediately rehiring employees under the EOR structure. Benefits and entitlements were carefully matched to protect continuity. GoGlobal provided guidance and reassurance to keep employees confident during the transition.
- Employment Contract and Benefits Alignment: GoGlobal reviewed existing contracts and benefit packages to ensure employee terms were matched and maintained. New contracts were prepared and executed quickly, minimizing operational or legal risk.
- Employee Communication and Engagement: Recognizing the sensitivity of the situation, GoGlobal facilitated proactive employee communication. This included explaining the transition process, addressing concerns and providing clarity. The goal was to maintain trust and engagement throughout the onboarding period.
- Sensitive Employment Resolution: GoGlobal managed a fixed-term contract for one employee, ensuring full compliance and a smooth workforce transition.
- Legal Coordination: All contract reviews, resignations and terminations were conducted in coordination with Endpoint Clinical’s internal legal counsel. GoGlobal’s team ensured that every step met regulatory standards while maintaining operational continuity.
“We got on a call with Endpoint and quickly identified where we could step in.” says Sariah Lutkin, Director, Portfolio Management at GoGlobal. “With just six weeks to close, our local team immediately went to work, reviewing contracts, designing comparable benefit packages and communicating directly with employees. We knew this project wasn’t just about contracts. It was about giving employees confidence while keeping everything compliant and on schedule.”
The Results: Rapid, Compliant Workforce Transition
Through GoGlobal’s hands-on approach, Endpoint Clinical successfully transitioned its workforce within the carve-out timeline:
- Rapid Onboarding: Employees were onboarded as part of GoGlobal’s EOR structure within weeks, ensuring operational continuity.
- Compliance Assured: Employment contracts, resignations and benefits were aligned with local labor laws.
- Employee Continuity Preserved: Seniority, benefits and entitlements were maintained, protecting morale and trust.
- Sensitive Transition: The temporary onboarding of one employee with a fixed-term contract was handled in a compliant, sensitive manner.
Big Impact: Enabling Endpoint Clinical’s Growth
Although the headcount in scope was small, this transition was significant for Endpoint Clinical. Every employee represented a critical operational function, making rapid, compliant onboarding essential to maintain continuity.
By acting as the EOR in China, GoGlobal allowed Endpoint Clinical to focus on its core mission: supporting clinical trials worldwide. Behind the scenes, GoGlobal’s dedicated team worked at full capacity, managing contracts, benefits and compliance with precision and care.
Even for a small team, GoGlobal delivers seamless onboarding, regulatory compliance and employee confidence. This way, clients expand globally without compromising speed, compliance or trust with their workforce.
Key Takeaways
- EOR Enables Compliance: The EOR hiring model allows onboarding in countries where the client lacks a legal entity.
- Reassurance in Resign & Rehire: Ensuring benefits and entitlements are matched and employment continuity is protected gives employees the confidence to move forward with the resign and rehire approach.
- Sensitive Employment Handled Delicately: Temporary or exceptional situations can be managed without operational disruptions while minimizing legal risks.
“When deals move fast, employees need clarity and companies need compliance. We cut through the unknowns and gave Endpoint Clinical a solution that was both seamless and sensitive. The result was a workforce transition completed on time, without disrupting operations.”
Sariah Lutkin, Director, Portfolio Management | GoGlobal
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