Hiring foreigners – how can a recruitment agency help?

The recruitment agency market in Poland

Several thousand companies operate in the Polish market dealing with employment mediation and bringing workers from Eastern Europe. Some are sole traders, while others are large firms backed by foreign capital. They differ in the type and scope of services, the quality of solutions offered, and reliability. No single player has yet gained a decisive edge, so competition is fierce and the landscape fluid — new companies open and close every year.

Specialists in staffing

At Gremi Personal, we have been comprehensively sourcing and bringing in workers for 15 years. We actively search many European countries and beyond through multiple channels. We also assist those who need help organising travel documents and permits. We know very well that when hiring foreigners, or when working with unreliable recruitment agencies, one can inadvertently violate applicable regulations and end up facing legal trouble. Our legal department has spent the past 15 years building expertise in this narrow specialisation. We not only know employment law thoroughly — we are well-versed in the available forms of employment and keep close track of changes in Polish legislation. We also have hands-on experience collaborating with supervisory bodies such as ZUS, US, and PIP. All of this allows us to ensure our clients can safely use the labour of foreign workers without exposing them to unnecessary stress or risk.

Unexpected situations are an inherent part of such a complex process as bringing in and employing foreign workers. No one could know whether or when war would break out following Russia's aggression against Ukraine — but the creativity and unconventional thinking of Gremi Personal led us to charter an aircraft when land borders were overwhelmed, allowing us to fulfil our commitment to transport workers to our client on time.

Many competences — one goal

Paperwork and permits are not everything. Knowledge of psychology is also essential. A great deal depends on the ability to understand another person's emotions and provide the right feedback. The right support will help a new employee find their footing in the team and work effectively. For that to happen, they need to feel safe, know what is expected of them, and understand the pay structure and any bonus arrangements. That is why, when choosing a recruitment agency, it is worth selecting companies where an employee is not merely an easily replaceable "resource". At Gremi Personal, from the very beginning we have placed respect for the people we work with at the heart of everything we do. Our requirements include verifying that working conditions are appropriate and that accommodation meets our internal standards. Employees are provided with round-the-clock care and assistance in the event of any problems. On top of that, we operate a bonus and scholarship system as well as a loyalty programme. In return, we gain trust, commitment to the job, and lower staff turnover.

To sum up — bringing workers from outside Poland is a difficult and demanding process in which mistakes and oversights are easy to make. It is therefore worth considering outsourcing this task to specialist companies. When choosing a recruitment agency, you should consider whether that company can guarantee effective, legally compliant, and ethical services, as this has a direct impact on financial results and on the quality of work that new employees will deliver.

If you would like to find out why Gremi Personal is the right partner for finding people for your team, take a look at our offer:

https://gremi-personal.com/oferta/