Offshore Recruiting

A comprehensive guide to offshore recruiting – definition, benefits, comparison, success stories

Offshore Recruiting

A comprehensive guide to offshore recruiting – definition, benefits, comparison, success stories

What is Offshore Recruiting?

Offshore recruiting is a strategic approach to talent acquisition that leverages the expertise and resources of offshore locations, such as the Philippines and India, to source, screen, and manage candidates for organizations worldwide. It’s a cost-effective solution that opens doors to a vast pool of talent, allowing companies to find the right candidates quickly and efficiently.

Offshore vs. In-House Recruiting: A Comparison

Aspect

iPlace Offshore Recruiting

In-House Recruiting

Cost Efficiency

Drastically reduces hiring costs, significant savings

Often comes with higher operational expenses

Access to Global Talent

Provides access to a diverse international talent pool

Primarily focuses on local or national talent

Scalability

Offers flexibility to scale up or down quickly

May lack the scalability needed for rapid growth or industry shifts

Time Zone Advantage

Allows for 24/7 coverage, catering to different time zones

Limited to standard business hours, potentially causing delays

Quality of Service

Equivalent quality while offering cost savings

May provide quality service but at a higher cost

Focus on Core Business

Allows in-house teams to concentrate on core business activities, improving overall efficiency and strategic focus

Recruitment tasks may demand a significant share of in-house team’s time and resources, potentially diverting focus from core business activities

Finding the Right Offshore Recruiting Company

Choosing the right offshore recruiting partner is a critical decision. Here are key steps to ensure you find a partner that fits your needs:

Define Your Requirements: Identify your unique recruitment needs, industry-specific challenges, and budget constraints. Having a clear understanding of what you need is the first step.

Research Offshore Recruiting Companies: Conduct thorough research to identify reputable offshore recruiting companies with a proven track record. Look for testimonials, case studies, and reviews to assess their credibility.

Experience and Expertise: Assess the offshore company’s experience in recruiting for your industry and the types of roles you typically hire for.

Cost Structure: Evaluate the pricing models and ensure they align with your budget.

Onboarding Process: Understand how the offshore team will integrate with your in-house staff and existing processes.

Quality Assurance: Ask about the offshore company’s quality assurance measures to ensure that they deliver high-quality candidates.

Client References: Request client references to gauge their track record and client satisfaction.

Case Study

Learn how we helped our client fill batches of over 350 open jobs every week.

The Challenge

Our client was struggling to cope with a surge in hiring. Their hiring managers were unable to fill the growing list of open positions and meet the increasing requirements.

The Action

We assigned dedicated account managers to work closely with our client to monitor KPIs.

We recommended best practices for hiring and reach-out processes to improve their closing rates.

The Results

We helped the client in filling batches of 350 open job orders every week.
The client was able to ramp their offshore team of recruiters up/down as per their needs.
The client has continued to work with iPlace for the past three years, engaging more than 150 recruiters.

Case Study

Learn how we helped our client fill batches of over 350 open jobs every week.

The Challenge

Our client was struggling to cope with a surge in hiring. Their hiring managers were unable to fill the growing list of open positions and meet the increasing requirements.

The Action

We assigned dedicated account managers to work closely with our client to monitor KPIs.

We recommended best practices for hiring and reach-out processes to improve their closing rates.

The Results

We helped the client in filling batches of 350 open job orders every week.
The client was able to ramp their offshore team of recruiters up/down as per their needs.
The client has continued to work with iPlace for the past three years, engaging more than 150 recruiters.

“We’ve partnered with iPlace for over two years, and they’ve transformed our recruitment process. Their offshore RPO services cut our hiring costs significantly, boosting efficiency. Their exceptional candidate sourcing and screening filled critical roles faster with top talent. iPlace’s team is dedicated, responsive, and adaptable. I highly recommend iPlace for cost-effective, quality recruitment.”

– Global Head of Talent Acquisition

Fortune 500 Company