Labor Consulting in Milan: payroll, contributions, welfare and employment law

Updated June 2026 — By Studio Genise, Certified Public Accountants and Statutory Auditors

What is labor consulting and what does a labor consultant do

The labor consultant is the licensed professional responsible for the complete management of personnel within companies: from payroll processing to the calculation of social security and welfare contributions, from drafting employment contracts to resolving disputes, up to the design of corporate welfare plans and workplace safety.

In an increasingly complex regulatory environment, relying on a qualified labor consultant means protecting the business from penalties, litigation and unexpected costs, while at the same time optimizing personnel expenses.

Studio Genise, active in Milan since 1979, brings together the expertise of certified public accountants, labor consultants and employment lawyers, offering Italian companies and international groups a comprehensive, continuous and tailor-made service.

Labor consulting services in Milan

Studio Genise provides an integrated service covering all stages and needs of the employment relationship. Below are the main areas of intervention:

Payroll and contribution processing

We efficiently manage all activities related to payroll and contributions, with high standards of accuracy and timeliness:

• Monthly preparation of payslips (LUL — Unified Labor Book);
• Preparation of monthly and annual labor cost reports;
• Compilation and submission of F24 forms for taxes and contributions;
• Request of the DURC (contribution compliance certificate);
• INPS contribution declarations (UniEmens);
• Preparation of the Single Certification (CU) and the 770 form;
• Statements of accrued items, additional salaries and severance pay (TFR);
• Management of supplementary pension and industry funds;
• Management of employment relationships for domestic workers and caregivers.

💡 Transparent pricing model: Studio Genise applies a fixed annual fee per employee covering all periodic and annual activities. No hidden costs, no unexpected adjustments, full budget predictability.

Employment law consulting

We support clients in all phases of the employment relationship, from hiring to termination, with an integrated approach between labor consultants and employment lawyers:

• Hiring: drafting of individual contracts, mandatory notifications, access to contribution incentives;
• Relationship management: transfers, job descriptions, modification of contractual conditions;
• Terminations and dismissals: assistance in individual and collective procedures;
• Union negotiations and temporary layoff procedures (CIGO, CIGS, FIS);
• Individual disputes and calculation of labor claims;
• Conciliations at union, administrative and judicial level;
• Assistance in court for the most complex disputes.

Corporate welfare

We design and manage tailor-made corporate welfare plans that allow employers to increase the net salary of their employees while at the same time reducing the overall tax and contribution burden, thanks to the exemptions provided by current legislation.

Welfare plans may include:

• Fuel and transportation vouchers;
• Reimbursement of health expenses and contributions to supplementary health funds;
• Contributions for education, training, sports and leisure;
• Meal vouchers and company canteen;
• Payments to supplementary pension funds;
• Other tax-exempt fringe benefits tailored to professional categories.

For the employer: significant tax and contribution savings, employee retention, improved corporate climate.
For the worker: the net equals the gross, thanks to the full exemption from taxes and contributions on many items.

Workplace safety (Legislative Decree 81/08)

Thanks to our collaboration with specialized partners, we offer comprehensive assistance in the field of occupational health and safety:

• Drafting and updating of the DVR — Risk Assessment Document;
• Mandatory training for employers, executives, supervisors and workers;
• Appointment of RSPP, RLS and competent physician;
• Management of periodic medical visits and health surveillance;
• Periodic regulatory compliance audits.

Pension consulting

Our pension experts assist entrepreneurs, self-employed workers, managers and executives in analyzing and verifying contributions paid, with the aim of maximizing the future pension check and avoiding errors or contribution "waste".

We assist you with applications for:

• Old-age and early retirement pensions;
• Pension under cumulation with all funds;
• Pensions with option to switch to the contribution system;
• Pensions calculated under the separate management system;
• Buybacks (degree, uncovered periods, military service);
• Requests for crediting of notional contributions.

Online labor consulting: how it works

Studio Genise also provides fully online labor consulting services for clients located outside Milan, throughout Italy or abroad. The online service includes:

• Digital document platform for uploading and archiving payslips, contracts, CU, F24 forms, declarations;
• Advanced electronic signature (FEA) for all documents requiring it;
• Scheduled video conferences with dedicated consultants;
• Electronic transmission of all filings to authorities (INPS, INAIL, Employment Centers);
• Periodic reporting via email or dedicated platform.

The digital approach does not replace human consulting — it makes it faster and more efficient: we reduce downtime and paper-based steps, dedicating more space to strategic discussion with the client.

Who are our clients

For labor consulting, Studio Genise assists a diversified portfolio of organizations, including:

• Italian SMEs active in manufacturing, commerce, services and professional sectors;
• Start-ups and new business ventures in the hiring phase of their first staff;
• Italian subsidiaries of international groups, with expatriate, seconded or inbound personnel;
• Professional firms and consulting companies with employees and collaborators;
• Companies managing cross-border workers or personnel residing abroad;
• Companies with advanced welfare needs and complex contractual management.

Why choose Studio Genise for labor consulting in Milan

• Integrated team: accountants, labor consultants and employment lawyers under the same roof. Single point of contact, no back-and-forth.
• 40 years of experience: the firm has been serving Italian and international companies in Milan since 1979.
• Transparent annual fee: no surprises on the invoice, full predictability of costs.
• International service: bilingual Italian/English assistance, management of secondments and convention regimes.
• Tailored welfare plan: we maximize your collaborators' net salary while reducing the corporate cost.
• Integrated approach: labor consulting is coordinated with accounting, taxation and corporate obligations.

Frequently asked questions about labor consulting

What does a labor consultant do?

The labor consultant is the licensed professional who assists companies in managing personnel: payroll and contribution processing, employment contracts, mandatory notifications to social security authorities (INPS, INAIL), dismissals and disputes, corporate welfare plans, and workplace safety. They also handle employment law consulting and pension planning.

How much does a labor consultant cost in Milan?

The cost depends on the number of employees, contractual complexity and required services. Studio Genise applies a fixed annual fee per employee covering all standard periodic and annual activities, with no hidden costs. Request a personalized quote based on your company's needs.

What is the difference between a labor consultant and an accountant?

The accountant mainly handles accounting, taxation and financial statements, while the labor consultant specializes in employment relationship management: payroll, contributions, contracts, occupational safety, welfare and pensions. At Studio Genise, both profiles work in an integrated way, offering clients a single point of contact for all business needs.

Can I receive labor consulting online?

Yes. Studio Genise provides online labor consulting to clients throughout Italy and abroad, with dedicated platforms for digital document management, advanced electronic signature (FEA) and video conferencing. The online service includes all activities of payroll processing, contributions, contractual support and employment law assistance.

Does Studio Genise manage international employment contracts?

Yes. Studio Genise assists Italian subsidiaries of international groups and Italian companies with personnel abroad, managing secondments, inbound workers (impatriate regime), cross-border workers, social security under bilateral conventions and double taxation. For more information see our guide on the impatriate regime.

Does Studio Genise also handle corporate welfare?

Yes. We design personalized corporate welfare plans that allow employers to increase the net salary of their collaborators while reducing the overall tax burden. Plans can include fuel vouchers, healthcare expenses, education, pension funds and other tax-exempt benefits.