International Recruitment

Find the talent and specialists you need – from anywhere in the world

Labour shortages are an everyday challenge for many organisations and a real barrier to growth. When Finland’s domestic market cannot meet your needs, we connect you with the right people across borders. International Recruitment brings skilled professionals within your organisation’s reach – people who help you build for the future.

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When is International Recruitment the right solution?

The domestic market does not always have the answer. Labour shortages are becoming a reality for a growing number of organisations in Finland and the Nordics. Locally, the shortage of skilled workers shows up in drawn-out recruitment processes, overstretched teams and stalled growth. At the same time, certain roles are simply difficult to fill with candidates who are willing to commit long-term.

International Recruitment is a solution that puts motivated, experienced professionals within your reach – not just temporarily, but as people who want to settle in, learn and become part of your team.

Organisations that look boldly beyond borders build teams that do not merely survive change, but thrive in the middle of it. Barona helps you find skilled international employees who are ready to commit for the long term.

With Barona’s support, International Recruitment is not an added risk or burden – it is a step towards operational resilience, smoother day-to-day performance and sustainable growth

What does International Recruitment mean for your organisation?

When Finland’s labour market can no longer meet your needs on its own, international hires bring in people that others have not yet reached. This keeps your operations running and your customer experience consistent.

International Recruitment can feel complex. An experienced partner simplifies the process. Barona takes responsibility for the administrative steps and practical arrangements from start to finish, so you can focus on your core business.

International professionals often come to Finland with the intention of staying and building a life here. That brings stability to your team and reduces turnover – along with the costs that come with it.

A diverse workforce is a competitive advantage. Professionals from different cultural backgrounds bring fresh perspectives, ideas and ways of working. Barona’s process ensures everything happens transparently and ethically.

International Recruitment with Barona

How we make international recruitment straightforward, responsible and effective.

Baronan kansainvälinen rekrytointi tuo osaajat rajojen ulkopuolelta. Kuvassa työntekijä toimistossa.

Over 20 years of experience and a global partner network

An extensive network of contacts and deep knowledge of labour markets across different countries means we can find the right professional for you – from the right place.

Country selection and pre-screening

We do not search blindly. We analyse your needs and direct the search towards countries where the right skills and motivation exist.

Support with permit processes, immigration and relocation

We handle all the bureaucracy and practical arrangements on your behalf, so the recruitment process does not become a burden for your organisation.

Language training and cultural training

We support both the new employee and the receiving organisation in building a successful day-to-day working life together.

An ethically sound process from start to finish

We operate responsibly and transparently throughout the entire chain. Client satisfaction and employee welfare come first.

Asiakkaidemme kokemuksia kansainvälisestä rekrytoinnista

  • Osuuskauppa Arina

    Osuuskauppa Arina was struggling with retail recruitment as the challenge was compounded by an ageing workforce and migration patterns. With Barona’s support, Arina recruited international talent for the first time and received comprehensive assistance with both recruitment and employee integration.

    Barona has been a great partner in global recruitment, taking care of candidate pre-selections, interviews and language training. In addition, their expertise in official matters is very strong. We received almost 500 applicants in the latest recruitment we made in the Philippines. Barona handled the recruitment very professionally and we quickly found suitable employees for us.

    Marika Mattila

    Barona has been a great partner in global recruitment, taking care of candidate pre-selections, interviews and language training.

    Marika Mattila

    HR Manager, Osuuskauppa Arina

  • Rani Plast

    Rani Plast was finding it difficult to source process operators for the plastics industry domestically, as the specialist skills required are typically learned on the job. Barona solved the challenge by bringing experienced professionals from the Philippines and managing the entire recruitment process – from permit arrangements through to onboarding.

    International recruitment with Barona went really well and quickly. I warmly recommend Barona to other companies considering hiring from abroad. Don’t hesitate – recruit internationally with confidence.

    Jan Knutar

    International recruitment with Barona went really well and quickly. I warmly recommend Barona to other companies considering hiring from abroad. Don't hesitate – recruit internationally with confidence.

    Jan Knutar

    Production Director, Rani Plast

  • Škoda Group Region North

    Škoda Group Region North has faced recruitment challenges due to strict quality requirements and labour shortages at its Otanmäki plant and Helsinki depot. Barona has become a long-term partner, providing flexible solutions including International Recruitment to ensure access to skilled workers in a changing labour market.

    When Barona suggested international recruitment, we took it on with an open mind – and it has got off to a really good start. From our point of view, it is excellent that candidates’ skills are verified through practical work tests before they even arrive, and that our partner is there to help get them settled in.

    Johanna Keski-Petäjä

    When Barona suggested international recruitment, we took it on with an open mind – and it has got off to a really good start. From our point of view, it is excellent that candidates' skills are verified through practical work tests before they even arrive, and that our partner is there to help get them settled in.

    Johanna Keski-Petäjä

    Senior HR Specialist, Škoda Group Region North

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Get in touch – let’s find the right talent for your organisation.

Would you like to hear how we could help your organisation recruit new international professionals? Get in touch and we can discuss what the right approach would look like for you.

Frequently asked questions about International Recruitment

Yes. International Recruitment is suitable for organisations of all sizes. Barona tailors the service to each client’s situation. You can start with a single hire and scale the partnership as your needs grow.

Where agreed, Barona manages the work permit and entry processes in cooperation with the relevant authorities, so your organisation does not have to navigate the administrative burden alone. You can also access our immigration & relocation services as a separate service.

Barona supports the employee through the relocation process and provides cultural training for the receiving team as well. This builds commitment and makes day-to-day working life run more smoothly.

Why choose Barona as your partner?

A good first impression is worth more than you might think.

The onboarding and settling-in experience directly affects how quickly a new employee finds their footing in both work and life. We make sure the first impression of a new country is a positive one – and that what you promised as an employer is delivered in practice.

One point of contact, an entire team behind you.

Each client has a dedicated contact person who coordinates the process and communication. Behind them is Barona’s specialist team, with years of experience in international recruitment and workforce mobility.

We simplify the complex

Legislation, language, culture, expectations, timelines. We anticipate the pitfalls and have solutions ready before they become problems. Process expertise and a human touch, all in one package.

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