Recruitment of foreign professionals

Strengthen your team with the best international talent! Our recruitment agency for foreign professionals brings expertise and a global network to help you find highly qualified professionals who will drive your company forward.

Whether tech or engineering - we are your partner for the best talent worldwide. Find out why international professionals are in such high demand, what advantages they offer and how the right recruitment agency can ensure your success.

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The best experts in the world

You may no longer be able to find a sufficient number of suitable applicants for every position in Germany. On the global labour market, however, there are still many qualified professionals just waiting to enrich your team. With our recruitment agency for foreign professionals, you can fully utilise this potential. We rely on a customised recruitment process that focuses on your specific needs. With up to three placements from one headhunting campaign, we have a proven track record of ensuring that you attract the best talent for your vacancies.

Our approach is based on years of experience and a comprehensive understanding of international recruitment. We scour the global talent pool as well as the immediate neighbourhood to find experts who not only fit your company professionally but also culturally.

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We support you from the search to all administrative tasks relating to visas and relocation.

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Why are foreign professionals in such demand?

Here are some reasons why foreign professionals are in such high demand:

1. Shortage of skilled labour in many sectors

Germany is not the only country facing an acute shortage of qualified professionals, especially in the IT, engineering and healthcare sectors. Foreign professionals close this gap and bring with them the expertise needed to successfully implement projects and drive innovation.

A new legal basis significantly simplifies international recruiting

With the introduction of the new Opportunity Card on 1 June 2024, the further development of the new regulations on skilled labour immigration in Germany has been completed. Here are the key points:

3-pillar model of skilled labour immigration:

Skilled labour pillar: University or professional qualification as the basis for the recognition procedure.
Experience pillar: Professional experience replaces formal recognition procedures for training qualifications.
Potential pillar: Opportunity Card for job search based on a points system.

Important changes since 1 March 2024:

Recognition partnership to carry out the recognition procedure in Germany instead of in the home country.
Extended opportunities for entry and employment without formal proof of qualifications expands talent pool.

New features for the EU Blue Card:

Extension to equivalent qualifications and experienced professionals in the ICT sector expands the talent pool.
Lowering the minimum salary threshold makes it easier for junior experts to obtain visas.

2. Diversity and new perspectives

Foreign professionals bring different cultural backgrounds and experiences with them. This diversity encourages creative problem-solving and innovative approaches, which can be of great benefit to a company's competitiveness. Different perspectives often lead to new ideas and better decision-making processes.

3. Specialised skills and experience

Foreign professionals often have specialised skills and experience that are difficult to find on the domestic market. They bring with them valuable knowledge and expertise that is specifically tailored to the needs of your company.

4. Flexibility and adaptability

Professionals from abroad are often particularly flexible and adaptable. They are ready to take on new challenges and adapt to new environments and cultures.

5. Increase in competitiveness

Companies that have access to an international talent pool can increase their competitiveness. They benefit from a broader range of skills and experience and, above all, from filled positions, which gives them an advantage over competitors who only recruit locally.

What are the advantages and challenges of recruiting foreign professionals?

Advantages

Filling vacancies with the best professionals available on the global market.
The often faster filling of vacancies with qualified professionals. On the one hand, because they may not even exist in Germany and, on the other, because they often require a visa but have very short notice periods.
Filling vacancies with professionals from abroad often enriches your company culturally and professionally, benefiting everyone.

Challenges

Cultural differences and language barriers can lead to misunderstandings. This requires sensitivity and additional efforts on the part of everyone involved.
The recruitment of foreign professionals is associated with administrative work. This includes visa procedures, recognition of qualifications and relocation tasks.
Some foreign professionals need time to familiarise themselves with the new working environment and culture. This can initially lead to a drop in performance.

Why it also depends on the right recruitment agency

The right recruitment agency can make all the difference when it comes to successfully recruiting and integrating foreign professionals. Here are the key reasons why choosing the right recruitment agency is so crucial:

What makes a good recruitment agency?

1. Expertise and experience

An experienced recruitment agency has the necessary expertise and experience to organise the entire recruitment process efficiently. They know the legal requirements, cultural differences and the best strategies for finding talent.

As successful tech founders and entrepreneurs, we know what is important. We think like entrepreneurs, with you in mind.

2. Access to a global network

The best recruitment agencies have an extensive network of contacts and resources to search for the best talent worldwide. This increases the chances of finding the best professionals from abroad who are a perfect fit for your company's requirements.

WTE scours the world market of available experts for you, but does not forget to look in the neighbourhood.

3. Tailor-made recruitment strategies

Every company has different needs. A good recruitment agency develops customised strategies that are precisely tailored to your specific requirements and company goals. This ensures that you attract the best candidates for your vacancies.

If you want something off the peg, you should turn to another recruitment agency. With us, everything is handmade and customised.

4. Support with administrative tasks

The process of hiring foreign professionals often involves a number of administrative tasks, such as visa applications and relocation services. An experienced recruitment agency takes on these tasks, making the entire process easier.

We won't leave you out in the cold and will continue to be there for you after the recruitment process – from visas to the relocation of experts from abroad.

5. Qualified pre-selection of candidates

A high-quality recruitment agency will only present you with the best candidates who have been carefully selected and checked for their suitability. This saves you time and resources and ensures that the proposed candidates meet your company's requirements.

We only provide you with candidates that we would hire ourselves! This means no CV spamming, but a small number of optimally suited candidates for each search.

6. Long-term integration and support

Integrating foreign professionals into the company and the local community is crucial to their long-term success. A good recruitment agency offers support with integration and ensures that the new employees settle in quickly and successfully.

We won't leave you out in the cold and will continue to be there for you after the actual recruitment process. After years of successful international recruitment, we know exactly what really matters.

7. Quality assurance

Through regular updates, a good recruitment agency ensures that the recruitment process is transparent and measurable. This enables you to continuously monitor and optimise the success of the recruitment strategy.

Thanks to our KPI-driven recruitment process, you will receive regular updates on the facts and figures of our search and have access to detailed profiles on our talent platform. Of course, we also talk to you personally at jour fixes and at any other time.

8. Successful staffing in a short time

Time is a critical factor in the recruitment process. An experienced recruitment agency can speed up the process and present you with qualified candidates who are ready to work within a few weeks.

We present the first candidates within 2-3 weeks of starting a search. Our best result to date is three placements from one commissioned headhunting campaign - surely that would be in your interest too!

WTE Search – the crucial difference

Choosing the right recruitment agency is the key to success when recruiting foreign professionals. With an experienced partner like WTE Search at your side, you benefit from customised strategies, a global network and comprehensive support. Rely on our expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to find the best talent and retain them in your company for the long term. Get in touch with us now.

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Let's recruit the best experts in the world for your company.

Fabian Scholz

Co-founder & Managing Partner

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