Namely Managed Services
Namely — All-in-One HCM Platform, Payroll & Managed Services
Namely offers a cloud-based HCM platform for midsized companies. It covers HR management, payroll, time tracking, onboarding, reporting, and mobile self-service; additional modules support benefits administration, applicant tracking, performance management, workforce management, and compliance. Namely also provides managed HR, payroll, and benefits services. Founded in 2012, the company is headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, and is listed as having 1,001 to 5,000 employees.
Security & Compliance
Security and privacy are top priorities.
Security Features
Certifications
- SOC 2 (type not specified)
- ISO 27001
- SOC 2
Data & Hosting
Data residency
US
Hosting
Support for two-factor authentication; role-based access in accordance with the separation of duties and the need-to-know principle. SSO available via identity management integrations.
Retention & deletion
Namely retains personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, to meet legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Its privacy policy does not specify a fixed retention period.
Integrated HR compliance tools and consultant support for U.S. labor and tax compliance.
Feature Scope
Managed HR: access to a dedicated SPHR-certified HR Business Partner for advisory support from pre-hire to exit, employee handbook creation and upkeep, HR assessments and audits, onboarding/offboarding best practices, performance/compensation/turnover analysis, and customized job descriptions. Managed Payroll: dedicated Payroll Specialist to set up and process payroll, manage direct deposits and pay cards, import hours, handle payroll adjustments, wage and employment verification, garnishment administration, tax notice assistance, payroll audits, new state tax ID setup, reconciliation of taxes paid, filing/reporting, and W‑2/1099 distribution; live support. Managed Benefits: benefits brokerage and consulting, curation and comparison of competitive, cost‑effective plans, employee communications (guides and enrollment presentations), complimentary benefits administration platform with configuration, unlimited and prioritized carrier feeds, quarterly enrollment audits, renewal analysis, compliance support, and benefits benchmarking/insights. Core platform tie-in: integrated HR, Payroll, Time, Onboarding, Reporting, and Mobile App to centralize data and workflows. Compliance and risk: multi‑state compliance support and alerts; dynamic/living handbook with version control; compliance calendar; OSHA and EEO‑1 logs and reporting; EEOC and ACA reports; I‑9 verification with secure document collection; anonymous reporting tools; access to live HR advisors; LMS with 300+ compliance courses. Security: data encrypted in transit and at rest (AES‑256), two‑factor authentication, role‑based access aligned to segregation of duties/need‑to‑know, SOC 2 report. Integrations: open API and a partner marketplace spanning ATS, ERP/financials, e‑signature, benefits/COBRA admins, identity management and SSO, international payroll/EOR, recognition/engagement, learning, performance/feedback, time and attendance, compensation, wellness, retirement, background checks, and more; carrier feeds for benefits.
Pricing hints: Software pricing starts at $9 per employee per month for the Namely Now package; managed services (Managed HR, Managed Payroll, Managed Benefits) are priced based on needs, complexity, modules, and services required. Flexible contract terms from month‑to‑month up to 3 years; nonprofit-friendly/configurable offers.
Security hints: Data encrypted in transit and at rest with AES‑256; two‑factor authentication; role‑based access controls aligned to segregation of duties/need‑to‑know; SOC 2 report. SSO available via identity management partners/integrations.
Compliance hints: Built‑in compliance tooling (living handbook, alerts, LMS with 300+ trainings, OSHA & EEO‑1 logs, EEOC & ACA reporting, I‑9 verification) and advisor support.
Implementation hints: Implementation timing varies by configuration; Namely Now implemented in as little as 3 weeks. One‑to‑one training during implementation in your configured environment; data migration assistance included at no additional cost.
Support hints: Dedicated specialists per service: HRBP (SPHR‑certified) for Managed HR, Payroll Specialist for Managed Payroll, dedicated benefits expert for Managed Benefits; live/on‑demand support and Client Care resources/FAQ.
Integration hints: Open API with developer documentation; partner marketplace across ATS, ERP/financials, e‑signature, benefits/COBRA admins, identity management and SSO, international payroll/EOR, engagement/recognition, learning, performance/feedback, time & attendance, compensation, wellness, retirement, background checks, and more; unlimited/prioritized carrier feeds for benefits.
Features at a Glance
Core HR
- Employee records
- Workflows
- Document management
- Employee self-service
- Manager self-service
- Roles & permissions
- Org chart
Payroll
- Gross-to-net
- Payslips
- Tax/reporting
- Benefits/deductions
Time Tracking
- Clock in/out
- Timesheets
- Overtime rules
Leave
- Leave policies
- Approvals
- Calendars/absence
Onboarding
- Onboarding checklists
- Tasks & owners
Offboarding
- Offboarding checklists
Performance
- Reviews
- 360 feedback
- Goals/OKRs
Benefits
- Benefits enrollment
Analytics
- Dashboards
- Custom reports
Data & API
- Data export
- API
Integrations
- Okta integration
- Slack integration
Mobile
- iOS/Android app
- Responsive UI
Administration
- Custom fields
Security & IT
- SSO/SAML
- MFA
- RBAC
- Data residency region
- SCIM
- Audit logs
Compliance
- GDPR
- SOC 2
Compensation
- Comp cycles
Learning
- Course catalog
Recruiting & ATS
- Job requisitions
- E-signature
- Recruiting analytics
- AI screening/ranking
Talent
- Skills management
Pricing Model
On request
Plan 1: USD 9 per employee – starting price for the software; Managed Services are quoted separately. Implementation fees may apply to higher tiers.
Implementation
Customized training during implementation in the configured environment. Setting up carrier feeds and payroll tax registrations may affect the total duration.
Support
Email · Phone · Ticket/Client Care portal
Knowledge base, FAQs, webinars, and resource library are available.
Integrations
Namely Open API
APIPublic API with developer documentation for custom integrations.
Marketplace: Compensation
OtherCompensation planning and benchmarking tools.
Marketplace: Background checks
Background checksBackground screening vendors.
Marketplace: Retirement
Other401(k)/retirement plan providers.
Marketplace: Wellness
OtherWellness program integrations.
Marketplace: Learning
LearningLearning systems integrations in addition to built‑in LMS.
Marketplace: Identity management & SSO
SSOIdentity providers for SSO and user authentication.
Benefits carrier feeds (unlimited/prioritized)
BenefitsEDI/834 carrier feeds; configuration included, with quarterly enrollment audits.
Marketplace: Benefits & COBRA administrators
BenefitsConnections to third‑party benefits/COBRA administrators.
SAML/SSO via identity providers
SSOSSO available through identity management integrations.
Marketplace: Time & Attendance
OtherTime clocks and attendance systems.
Marketplace: Recognition & Engagement
OtherEmployee recognition and engagement tools.
Marketplace: Performance & Feedback
OtherPerformance management and feedback tools.
Marketplace: ATS
ATSPartner marketplace offers multiple applicant tracking integrations.
Marketplace: ERP/Financials
OtherIntegrations with finance/ERP systems via marketplace.
Marketplace: E‑signature
OtherIntegrations with e‑signature providers for document workflows.
Marketplace: International payroll / EOR
PayrollPartners for international payroll/EOR where needed.
