expansion-kickoff

Create an expansion-<slug>.yaml tracker for international employment planning.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/anthropics/claude-for-legal --skill expansion-kickoff-anthropics
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Skill: expansion-kickoff
Source: https://github.com/anthropics/claude-for-legal/tree/main/employment-legal/skills/expansion-kickoff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/anthropics/claude-for-legal --skill expansion-kickoff-anthropics

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It helps teams move from “we’re hiring in a new country” to a structured international expansion plan by clarifying EOR vs. entity considerations, gathering cross-functional inputs, and setting up a country-specific tracker.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Country expansion intake: Collects the initial requirements needed to start planning for a specific jurisdiction.
  • EOR vs. entity framing: Produces a decision-oriented structure for choosing between using an employer of record versus forming an entity.
  • Cross-functional question drafting: Generates follow-up questions to align Legal, HR, Finance, and other stakeholders.
  • Country-specific flags + tracker creation: Surfaces key jurisdictional considerations and creates a persistent tracker you can update later.

Quick Start

Start an expansion kickoff by running: /employment-legal:expansion-kickoff Germany

Frequently Asked Questions about expansion-kickoff

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I plan international expansion for hiring employees in a new country?

International expansion planning requires structured cross-functional intake, evaluating EOR versus entity options, and creating a country-specific tracker. This aligns Legal, HR, and Finance stakeholders by drafting targeted follow-up questions for the new jurisdiction.

What is the difference between using an EOR and forming an entity for global hiring?

Choosing an Employer of Record allows faster market entry without local infrastructure, while forming an entity offers direct control. A structured kickoff frames these EOR versus entity considerations to guide your jurisdiction-specific decision.

How do I start a global employment expansion kickoff for a specific jurisdiction?

Start a global employment expansion kickoff by running the command for your target country. The workflow detects existing tracker state, collects initial requirements, and generates a new expansion tracker file for ongoing planning.

Can I use this workflow for ongoing employment planning and not just first hires?

Yes, this workflow supports first hires, expansions to new jurisdictions, and ongoing planning. It establishes a durable country tracker that you continuously update with cross-functional inputs and jurisdiction flags over time.

What cross-functional questions should I draft when expanding to a new jurisdiction?

Cross-functional question drafting for international expansion should align Legal, HR, and Finance stakeholders. The workflow generates targeted follow-up questions based on country-specific flags and initial intake data to ensure comprehensive compliance planning.