PEO Services — New York
PEO SERVICES IN NEW YORK
New York has some of the most complex employment laws in the country. KeyHR's compliance team handles the full stack — NYPFL, NYSDI, NYC-specific requirements, and more — so you can focus on your business.
New York is one of the most challenging states for employment law compliance. Between the New York Paid Family Leave program, state disability insurance, New York City's additional employment requirements, and the state's aggressive minimum wage schedule, the compliance burden on New York businesses is substantial. KeyHR's PEO services transfer that burden from your business to ours.
NEW YORK EMPLOYMENT LAW: CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS
New York's employment law landscape is among the most complex in the United States, with requirements that go significantly beyond federal law:
- Minimum wage: New York City: $16.00/hour. Long Island and Westchester: $16.00/hour. Remainder of state: $15.00/hour (2024). Annual increases scheduled through 2026.
- New York Paid Family Leave (NYPFL): Employees can take up to 12 weeks of paid leave for qualifying family reasons. Funded through employee payroll deductions. Complex interaction with FMLA.
- New York State Disability Insurance (NYSDI): Mandatory short-term disability coverage for most employees. Funded through employee payroll deductions.
- NYC-specific requirements: New York City has additional requirements including the NYC Earned Safe and Sick Time Act, NYC Human Rights Law (broader than state law), and pay transparency requirements.
- Wage Theft Prevention Act: Requires annual wage notices for all employees and specific pay stub requirements.
- Pay transparency: New York requires salary ranges in job postings for positions that can or will be performed in New York.
INDUSTRIES WE SERVE IN NEW YORK
Financial Services
Investment firms, accounting practices, and fintech companies in NYC and beyond.
Healthcare
Medical practices, home health agencies, and healthcare staffing throughout New York.
Hospitality
Hotels, restaurants, and catering operations navigating NYC's complex tip credit and minimum wage rules.
Professional Services
Law firms, consulting firms, and professional service organizations.
Retail
Retail chains and independent retailers managing NYC's complex scheduling and leave requirements.
Construction
Contractors navigating New York's prevailing wage requirements and complex workers' comp system.
SERVICE AREAS IN NEW YORK
KeyHR serves businesses throughout New York, including:
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How does KeyHR handle New York Paid Family Leave?
KeyHR administers NYPFL as part of our payroll and HR services. We calculate and withhold the employee NYPFL premium, coordinate leave requests, and manage the interaction between NYPFL and federal FMLA.
Does KeyHR handle NYC-specific employment requirements?
Yes. KeyHR's compliance team maintains expertise in NYC-specific requirements including the NYC Earned Safe and Sick Time Act, NYC Human Rights Law, and pay transparency requirements — in addition to New York State law.
How does New York's minimum wage schedule affect payroll?
KeyHR automatically updates payroll calculations when New York's minimum wage increases. We track the different rates for NYC, Long Island/Westchester, and the rest of the state, and update your payroll system before each effective date.
Can KeyHR help with New York's Wage Theft Prevention Act requirements?
Yes. KeyHR provides annual wage notices and compliant pay stubs that meet New York's Wage Theft Prevention Act requirements for all client employees.
READY TO GROW YOUR NEW YORK BUSINESS?
KeyHR handles payroll, HR, benefits, and compliance for New York businesses — so you can focus on growth.