New earned wage access (EWA) solution provides flexible payday options within the BambooHR platform with zero employer fees and no payroll complexity
BambooHR, the leading people intelligence platform for HR, payroll, and benefits, announced the launch of BambooHR On-Demand Pay, powered by Clair. This embedded financial solution allows eligible employees to access earned wages instantly, providing a safety net against rising costs.
Quick Facts: BambooHR On-Demand Pay
What it is: An embedded Earned Wage Access (EWA) tool.
Core Benefit: Employees can access wages before payday with no interest or credit checks.
Cost to Employer: $0 (Free for all BambooHR customers).
Integration: Fully embedded into BambooHR Payroll and mobile app.
Speed: Transfer options include free 1–3 business days or instant transfers for a small fee.
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Meeting the Growing Demand for Flexible Pay Options
According to the 2025 BambooHR Compensation Trends Report, 50% of employees struggle with rising costs of living. As financial volatility increases, access to earned wages has evolved from a “perk” to an essential component of the employee experience.
BambooHR partnered with Clair to address these challenges, prioritizing financial literacy and secure, supportive options that integrate seamlessly into the modern workflow.
“An employee’s financial life doesn’t stop between paychecks,” said Brian Crofts, Chief Product Officer at BambooHR. “We are solving a primary pain point for employees while giving employers a powerful tool for retention and satisfaction—all within one unifying platform.”
How On-Demand Pay Works for Employers and Employees
BambooHR On-Demand Pay is designed to remove the administrative burden typically associated with pay advances. Unlike third-party tools that require separate logins, employees can enroll in minutes and access their available earned wages without leaving the platform they already rely on to manage their pay, time, and benefits.
Key Features & Benefits:
Zero Employer Liability: The solution is free for all BambooHR packages. There are no funding requirements or impacts on company cash flow.
Automated Payroll Sync: No manual adjustments are required. Advances are based on wages already earned, and repayment is automatically managed by Clair via the employee’s linked bank account.
Self-Service Access: Employees manage their own requests via the BambooHR desktop or mobile app, eliminating HR paperwork.
No Credit Impact: Because advances are tied to wages employees have already earned—not borrowed against future income–there is no interest, no credit checks, and no late fees.
Flexible Disbursement: Employees choose between no-cost transfers (1–3 business days) or instant transfers for a $4.99 fee.*
“BambooHR has built one of the most trusted HR platforms for growing businesses,” said Nico Simko, CEO and Co-Founder of Clair. “By embedding Clair directly into BambooHR, we’re helping employers offer meaningful financial flexibility to their teams—without added complexity. Together, we’re modernizing the way people get paid.”
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