Why recruit an international expert?
Competition for talent is increasing as the working‑age population declines and large age groups retire.
In the coming years, Finland’s economic success will increasingly depend on companies being able to attract international talent both from abroad and within Finland. Recruiting internationals brings new skills, fresh perspectives, and valuable international networks to your team.
Many employers are surprised by how straightforward international recruitment can be when the process is well‑planned. The first recruitment may feel like a big step, but in practice it often comes down to small decisions that open the door to a wider talent pool.
This page provides information on why hiring international talent benefits your organisation, what advantages a diverse workplace brings, and what experiences other employers have had. These insights help you assess the opportunities international recruitment can open for your company.
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The City of Tampere has drawn up a Roadmap for the availability and retention of international labour for the years 2026–35. The roadmap focuses on demand-driven approaches: international labor will be used to meet the labour needs of leading industries in both the short and long term.
Roadmap for the availability and retention of international labour
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Work in Finland offers insights into how international recruitment can increase your company’s turnover, customer base, and networks. Did you know that international recruitment generates growth in up to 64% of companies?
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Work in Finland has compiled information on the benefits of diversity in the workplace. Diverse expertise keeps a company growing and developing on track. The sooner you jump on board, the better your momentum will be.
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Companies that employ international experts all started somewhere. Work in Finland has compiled employers’ experiences on how international recruitment proceeds smoothly and what practices help to ensure success. These stories provide clear examples, practical tips, and perspectives that you can use to build a working model for your own company.
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The PIKEUS project has studied international recruitment in SMEs. Although international recruitment is already commonplace in many companies, many small and medium-sized enterprises in particular would like help getting started. Entrepreneurs are concerned about issues such as bureaucracy, everyday workplace practices, and available services.
SMEs and international recruitment: experiences, support, solutions
