Bijan Sadighi (Managing Director, heidi)
December, 17th 2024
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heidi has recently become a member of Hessenmetall. As part of the event "Innovative Solutions to Secure Skilled Labour" we had the opportunity to showcase our platform for international recruiting. The collaboration with Hessenmetall highlights our shared commitment to addressing Germany's skilled labor shortage through cutting-edge solutions and strategic partnerships.
The full press release from Hessenmetall can be accessed here.
Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Hessenmetall is a prominent employers association in Hessen. Initially established to manage labor relations, it has grown into a comprehensive service organization supporting businesses in the electrical, IT, and metal industries.
Hessenmetall’s mission is to ensure the future viability and competitiveness of its members by providing expert guidance on structural and technological changes, offering consulting services for innovative business models and workforce strategies, and creating networking platforms for sharing best practices and exploring new opportunities.
By fostering collaboration and innovation, Hessenmetall plays a vital role in addressing workforce challenges, especially the skilled labor shortage impacting businesses across the Hessen region. For companies like heidi, Hessenmetall provides a strategic platform to connect with industry leaders and drive impactful solutions.
Last week, the heidi team proudly attended our first Hessenmetall event, “Innovative ways to secure skilled workers - between new work, people management and AI” alongside 75 HR professionals. This event brought together industry leaders to discuss how companies in Hessen are tackling the skilled labor shortage through innovative solutions like AI and advanced HR technologies.
Highlights of the event included practical workshops exploring AI-driven talent acquisition strategies, case studies showcasing how technology and new work approaches are transforming workforce planning, and networking opportunities with HR professionals to gain insights into emerging trends and collaborative strategies.
For heidi, this event was an invaluable opportunity to engage with like-minded organizations and showcase our commitment to solving the skilled labor crisis.
As part of the event, we had the privilege of presenting our innovative solution to address Germany’s skilled labor challenges. Our service connects German companies with highly skilled international talent, utilizing technology to streamline the recruitment process.
During our presentation, we highlighted key aspects of our approach, including global reach through an extensive network of international talent, time efficiency with AI-driven processes that cut time-to-hire by up to 50%, and tailored recruitment strategies designed to meet the unique needs of businesses in the electrical and metal industries.
Our founder, Florian Lethen, emphasized the importance of our mission, stating: “Our platform for international recruiting helps companies to find foreign skilled workers and to accompany them in their move to Germany. The positive response to our concept at today’s event confirms that this makes an important contribution to securing the future of the labor market.”
The positive feedback from attendees reinforced the value of our services and our ability to help companies adapt to the rapidly changing labor market and combat the shortage of skilled workers.
The skilled labor shortage is one of the most pressing challenges facing the German economy today. Traditional recruitment methods are no longer sufficient in a globalized and fast-evolving world. Innovative solutions, such as international technology driven recruitment platforms, enable companies to:
Events like Hessenmetall’s “Innovative ways of securing skilled workers” emphasize the need for forward-thinking approaches to workforce planning. By leveraging technology and fostering international collaboration, companies can build resilient, future-ready teams capable of driving growth in an ever-evolving market.
The discussions at the Hessenmetall event underscored the transformative potential of technology in reshaping hiring practices. Both Hessenmetall and heidi share a commitment to addressing the skilled labor gap through innovation and collaboration.
As Florian highlighted during the event, heidi is at the forefront of these efforts. By connecting German companies with skilled professionals worldwide, we are not only addressing immediate workforce needs, but also contributing to the long-term sustainability of the labor market. Together with organizations like Hessenmetall, we are shaping a future where businesses thrive through innovation and inclusivity.
Would you like to find out more about ways of recruiting international skilled labour? Contact us now for a free initial consultation and find out how heidi can help you recruit skilled labour.
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The Western Balkans regulation allows workers from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia simplified access to the German labour market. It applies to almost all non-regulated occupations and without the need for recognition of professional qualifications.
Employees must be nationals of one of the six Western Balkan states, have not received any asylum seeker benefits in Germany in the last 24 months and, if over 45 years of age, must provide proof of a certain minimum salary or adequate pension provision.
Pre-consent allows employers to obtain approval from the Federal Employment Agency before applying for a visa. Pre-consent is required for the use of the Western Balkans regulation and speeds up the subsequent visa procedure.
Yes, there is an annual quota of 50,000 approvals by the Federal Employment Agency. This requires early planning on the part of employers.
Challenges include language barriers, cultural integration and bureaucracy. Solutions include language courses, intercultural training, mentoring programmes and professional support from specialist recruitment agencies.
