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.