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How to hire international talent

Hiring internationally is more complex than domestic recruiting, but it opens access to a far larger talent pool, diverse perspectives, and entry into new markets.

This guide gives employers a step-by-step process for recruiting across borders, followed by best practices. When you are ready to advertise, post your first international role free on Global Sponsor Hub. It stays live until filled, with no placement commission.

It is general guidance. For legal compliance, work with an immigration adviser in each market.

Last reviewed: 2026-06-22

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Plan: needs, recruitment model, and job description

02

Source and screen globally

List sponsor-friendly roles where international candidates already look, post roles on Global Sponsor Hub.

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Compensation, benefits, and work authorisation

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Onboard international hires

Where your support is limited, compare listed providers in the specialist listings and verify qualifications for specialist immigration, relocation, or tax work.

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Best practices for employers

Common questions

Should we hire through an Employer of Record or sponsor a visa?+

It depends. An EOR lets you employ someone in a country where you have no legal entity, without sponsoring a relocation. Sponsorship is for bringing a worker into your country. Many employers use both depending on the role and location.

How do we keep pay equitable across countries?+

Define a compensation philosophy up front, whether you pay to local market, a global band, or a blend, and account for cost-of-living and tax differences so offers are fair and defensible.

Do we need immigration counsel?+

For anything beyond the simplest cases, yes. Immigration counsel helps you choose the right visa route, stay compliant, and avoid delays or penalties that can derail a hire.

Next step

Start hiring

Create a free company profile. Connect your careers page for free international job imports, or post your first role free. It stays live until filled.

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