Helios raises $15.5M to transform hiring, payroll, and compliance with AI

Helios, an AI-powered workforce management platform, has raised $15.5 million in a seed funding round to enhance global hiring, payroll, and compliance solutions. The funding, backed by investors across the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, will fuel the company’s expansion and further innovation in HR technology.

The company took to LinkedIn to share the news of its successful funding round, emphasizing its mission to simplify global workforce management. The company highlighted its commitment to using AI and automation to enhance compliance, efficiency, and accessibility for businesses operating internationally.

HR tech entrepreneur Rick Hammell also reshared the announcement on his personal profile, reflecting on the journey of building Helios and the importance of leveling the playing field for businesses expanding globally. He reiterated the company’s focus on removing barriers to global hiring and ensuring seamless payroll and compliance processes.

Global workforce management is increasingly complex, with businesses navigating cross-border hiring, payroll regulations, and compliance requirements. The company aims to streamline these processes with AI-driven automation, offering businesses a unified platform to manage international teams more efficiently.

Founded by Rick Hammell, Helios was created to address challenges in global workforce expansion. Hammell, who previously built a successful Employer of Record services company, identified the need for a more comprehensive solution that supports businesses before they enter new markets and as they scale beyond traditional employment models.

Cristian de Dios, Managing Director of Aracan Energía, emphasized Helios’ potential to revolutionize workforce management. “Investing in Helios was an easy decision. Their AI-powered platform simplifies complex HR and payroll processes, aligning with the future of work.”

With fresh funding, Helios plans to enhance its platform through strategic partnerships and new integrations, expanding its global payroll, compliance, and HR advisory services. The company is positioning itself at the forefront of HR technology, offering businesses a scalable solution to manage their international workforce.

Operating in over 125 countries, the firm provides an AI-powered platform with 17 modules covering key HR functions, including:

• Localized employee onboarding

• Global payroll processing

• Benefits administration

• Right-to-work verification

• Compliance tracking

As companies continue to navigate the evolving world of work, Helios aims to redefine how organizations hire, manage, and pay employees across borders.