Ep.28: International Recruiting with Sacha Knorr and Daniel Zinner

Show notes

Summary: In this episode, Sacha Knorr from StepStone talks to Daniel Zinner about international recruiting. They discuss the challenges and opportunities of global hiring, the importance of technology and AI in the recruiting process, and the willingness of professionals to relocate. Sascha highlights the unique positioning of StepStone in the global market and the benefits of their network of partners in 150 countries. They also touch on the importance of language and cultural assimilation in global mobility.

Takeaways:

• StepStone enables companies to hire abroad, from abroad, or fully remote, with a network covering 150 countries.
• Their Decoding Global Talent survey reveals one in four professionals is actively seeking jobs abroad, with Germany ranking highest among non-English speaking destinations.
• Challenges in global hiring include language barriers, cultural adaptation, and administrative tasks like housing and visas.
• AI technology supports global hiring by improving candidate experience, matching, and process efficiency.
• StepStone is investing in AI to enhance their recruiting technology and value.
• Global mobility is growing, but collaboration and mindset shifts are needed for full integration.

Authors: Sacha Knorr heads International Sales at StepStone and co-leads The Network, a global alliance of recruiting tech companies spanning 150 countries. With a background in sales, marketing, and HR, Sacha bridges recruiting technology with the needs of HR teams, helping companies hire the right talent across borders or fully remotely.

Daniel Zinner is an international HR expert, entrepreneur, and communications consultant. His expertise lies in HR, strategy, digitalisation, and transformation strategy.