Expand Your Business in Lebanon with Expert Recruitment Solutions

Recruiting in Lebanon can be overwhelming. We simplify the process, making it easier, more predictable, and stress-free. Let us help you tap into Lebanon's top talent and grow your business with confidence.
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Why Choose Lebanon for Your Next Hire?

Lebanon offers a unique blend of opportunities for business expansion, but navigating local regulations and labor markets can be challenging. Lundi's expertise can help you succeed in this market.

Languages

Arabic

Payroll Frequency

Monthly

Currency

LBP

Capital City

Beirut

Employer Tax Rate

22.50%

Recruitment Agency Costs in Lebanon

In Lebanon, professional recruitment agency fees range from 22-27% of the first-year annual base salary of a recruited employee. Recruitment agencies also require an upfront retainer and payment in advance installments of the agency fee based on milestones such as start of recruitment, presentation of candidates, and scheduling interviews with a candidate shortlist.

We know this might sound overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. A solution like Lundi eliminates the barriers for you. With Lundi, you can recruit talent across 70+ countries, easily managing recruitment—all in one, easy-to-use platform. Get an overview of what you need to know when hiring in Lebanon below.

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Employer Tax Costs in Lebanon

In Lebanon, an employer’s total social contributions total 22.5%. This includes:

Employee Income Taxes in Lebanon

In Lebanon, employees pay an income tax of 2% to 20%, depending on their salary range. Employees also pay 3% in social security, which is capped at LBP 2,500,000.

Employee Probation in Lebanon

The probationary period in Lebanon is three months.

Employee Overtime in Lebanon

Employees in Lebanon work up to 8 hours a day, 48 hours per week. The maximum number of working hours per day can be extended to 12 hours, and the pay rate for overtime hours must be one and a half times the usual hourly wage.

Employee Notice in Lebanon

In Lebanon, written notice must be provided for terminations, except in cases of contract violation. The notice period for dismissals and resignation depends on the employee's length of service with the employer. The breakdown is as follows:

  • Less than three years of employment: One month
  • Between three and six years: Two months of notice
  • Between six and 12 years: Three months of notice
  • 12 years and above: Four months of notice

In lieu of letting employees serve out their notice period, employers can also choose to pay them compensation equal to the wages that would have been earned during the notice period.

The employer and employee can terminate the employment contract at any time by mutual consent, as long as the employee's consent is expressed in writing.

Termination in Lebanon

Employees in Lebanon are entitled to severance pay, and in cases of unfair or abusive termination, the amount can be equal to between two and 12 months' wages. The assessment of severance pay should take into consideration:The nature of the employee’s workThe employee's ageThe duration of employmentThe employee's health and family statusThe materiality of the damageAny misuse of the termination right

How to Recruit in Lebanon

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A Lundi Global Talent Consultant will work with you to understand your goals, needs, and team dynamics.
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Interview Hand-Selected Candidates

Within days, we’ll introduce you to the right talent for your team. The average time to match is one week.
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Work with your new team member for a trial period (pay Lundi only if satisfied), ensuring they're the right fit.
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Why Companies Choose Lundi

Exceptional Talent Unavailable Anywhere Else

  • Not actively applying to jobs
  • Not available on freelancer marketplaces
  • Ready for full-time positions

We uncover the hidden gems of the global talent market. Looking for something specific? Let's see if we can help.

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Where is Lundi available?

Lundi is a flexible and scalable global talent solution that can fit into your requirements wherever you are in the world. View our coverage.

How do I open an account?

Register your interest by booking a call. During the meeting, we'll help you determine if Lundi is right for your business and how we might be able to help you with your hiring goals.

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Our Vetting Process

  • Tailored

    Lundi takes the time to understand the candidate’s skills, experiences, and goals so that they can be matched to the right job.
  • Fair and Accurate

    Rather than relying on a single question or metric, Lundi takes into account the candidate’s overall history, expertise, and motivation.
  • Inclusive

    Our candidate screening process is designed to be inclusive and equitable, ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to pursue their career goals.

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