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The international labour market is becoming increasingly important for companies. Skills shortages, demographic developments and new business models mean that qualified employees are increasingly being recruited and deployed across national borders. International skilled workers open up new potential – but they also bring with them legal, organisational and financial challenges.

To ensure the successful international deployment of employees, companies should consider key framework conditions at an early stage.

Legal aspects: a complex set of rules

One of the most important points in the international deployment of personnel is the labour, tax and social security regulations. These vary considerably from country to country and change regularly. Among other things, companies must clarify:

• Which work and residence permits are required

• Which labour law applies (local law or secondment law)

• Where taxes and social security contributions are to be paid

• What registration and documentation requirements exist

This can be a considerable effort, especially for short-term assignments or when setting up new international locations. Many companies therefore opt for models such as Employer of Record (EOR), in which an external partner acts as the legal employer and takes care of compliance with all local regulations.

Identify cost traps early on

In addition to legal issues, costs and financial planning security also play a central role. International assignments often incur additional expenses that are underestimated in advance:

• Fees for visas and permits

• Costs for relocation, accommodation or temporary housing solutions

• Additional tax burdens or double taxation risks

• Additional administrative work in HR and payroll

Transparent cost calculation is crucial to avoid financial surprises. Structured models and clearly defined responsibilities help to keep budgets predictable and make international assignments sustainable.

Relocation and integration as a factor for success

The international assignment does not end with the signing of the contract. For skilled workers, integration into the new country is a key factor for satisfaction and long-term retention. This includes:

• Support in finding accommodation and dealing with the authorities

• Assistance with registering for insurance and opening bank accounts

• Orientation in the new social and cultural environment

Professional relocation and migration services take the pressure off companies and ensure that international employees can concentrate on their new role more quickly.

Choosing the right recruitment strategy

International skilled workers can be recruited in various ways. The key is to choose the right strategy for your needs:

• Direct recruitment for filling long-term positions internationally

• Project or temporary assignments to bridge short-term bottlenecks

• Combinations of local recruitment and international talent access

A structured recruitment strategy helps to identify qualified candidates at home and abroad and deploy them in the right positions.

Communication across language and national borders

One aspect of international assignments that is often underestimated is communication. Language barriers, cultural differences and different ways of working can slow down processes or cause misunderstandings.

Digital solutions, such as AI-supported translation technologies, help to make communication more efficient and consistent – whether in recruiting, onboarding or day-to-day work.

How external service providers can help

The international deployment of skilled workers requires expertise, experience and reliable processes. External service providers help companies reduce complexity and minimise risks – for example through:

• Legally compliant employment models such as EOR

  Structured relocation and integration processes

• Support with international recruitment

• Relieving internal HR teams of administration and compliance tasks

This allows companies to concentrate on their core business while international personnel assignments are professionally supported.

Conclusion: International personnel deployment requires structure and experience

The deployment of international specialists offers great opportunities – but requires careful planning. Legal frameworks, costs, integration and communication must be taken into account at an early stage to ensure long-term success.

Companies that rely on clear processes and experienced partners lay the foundation for smooth international personnel deployment – efficiently, in compliance with the law and with a view to sustainable employee retention.

Would you like to find out how you can successfully deploy international specialists while minimising legal and organisational risks? Then contact us for a no-obligation consultation and discover suitable solutions for your international personnel needs.

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The beginning of the year is traditionally one of the best times to look for a job. Many companies start the year with new budgets, projects, and open positions. For job seekers, this means excellent opportunities for a professional fresh start.

If you want to use 2026 to actively advance your career, now is the right moment. We’ll show you how to approach your job search successfully.

Why the Beginning of the Year Is Ideal for Job Hunting

At the start of the new year, demand for staff increases significantly across many industries. This comes with several advantages:

• many new job openings

• greater openness to career changes and lateral entry

• faster decision-making in recruitment

Those who start looking actively now significantly increase their chances of finding the right job.

Professional Reorientation: Define Your Goals Clearly Now

Before you apply, it’s worth taking a moment to assess where you stand:

• Which tasks do you genuinely enjoy?

• Which qualifications would you like to use more in the future?

• Which working models (full-time, part-time, shift work, remote work) suit your life?

Clear goals make your job search more efficient – and more successful.

Updating Your Application Documents – The Key to Success

A modern CV is crucial to making a positive impression on employers. Pay particular attention to:

• a clear structure and concise wording

• up-to-date work experience and further training

• concrete achievements instead of general task descriptions

Tip: With our CV Designer, you can quickly and easily create a professional, modern CV that meets current labor market standards.

Professionally prepared application documents significantly increase your chances of being invited to an interview.

Faster Access to a New Job with a Personnel Service Provider

The job market is dynamic – and not all vacancies are publicly advertised. An experienced personnel service provider offers you:

• access to hidden job opportunities

• personal advice and in-depth market knowledge

• support throughout the entire application process

At Trenkwalder, your individual goals and strengths take center stage.

Discover Open Positions Now

Turn your New Year’s resolution into reality and actively shape your professional future. On our job page, you’ll find numerous current job openings across a wide range of industries and regions.

Conclusion: New Year, New Job?

The beginning of the year is the perfect time for your job search, a career change, or the next step in your career. Take advantage of the opportunities the job market offers right now – and start the new year successfully with professional support.

2026 can be your year – start today.

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A new year begins – bringing with it a phase in which orientation and foresight become especially important. The turn of the year is not a radical reset, but rather a natural moment to pause, reflect on developments and look ahead. In today’s working world, this moment is gaining increasing relevance.

Amid economic change, skills shortages and evolving expectations of work, one key question comes into focus: what are the right steps to take now?

The start of the year as a moment for reflection

The beginning of the year brings structure to planning and decision-making. Budgets are reviewed, priorities refined and initiatives reassessed. At the same time, it creates space for reflection: what has proven effective, where is adjustment needed, and which trends are beginning to emerge?

In a dynamic labour market, this reflection forms the foundation for well-informed decisions – whether related to development, recruitment or strategic workforce planning.

Rethinking New Year’s resolutions

New Year’s resolutions are often associated with short-lived motivation. In a professional context, however, they tend to reflect long-term themes such as skills development, collaboration, efficiency or sustainable working models. Viewed in this way, they provide valuable insights into where development is needed.

What matters most is implementation. Clear goals, realistic timeframes and a structured approach help turn good intentions into tangible progress.

Development as a continuous process

Labour markets do not change overnight – they evolve continuously. Digitalisation, demographic shifts and new forms of work affect organisations and individuals alike. This makes it all the more important to see development not as a one-off project, but as an ongoing process.

This is where personnel service providers such as Trenkwalder play a key role: analysing market movements, providing orientation and helping to create sustainable, long-term perspectives.

The beginning of the year as an impulse

Not every change needs to be large to have an impact. Often, targeted adjustments are enough to create new momentum and lasting stability. The start of the year offers an ideal opportunity to consciously set such impulses and actively seize emerging opportunities.

Moving into the new year with fresh energy

A new year brings new possibilities – for development, collaboration and progress. With renewed energy and a clear focus on what lies ahead, we look forward to the months to come.

We wish all our clients, candidates, employees and partners a motivating and successful start to the new year.
We look forward to continuing our collaboration and shaping the world of work together in the year ahead.

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The end of the year is a special time: a moment to pause, to look back – and to say thank you. 2025 was a year of momentum, innovation, and significant achievements for Trenkwalder Personaldienste.

One very special highlight: 40 years of Trenkwalder. Four decades of successfully bringing people and companies together, actively shaping change, and leaving a lasting mark on the labor market. This anniversary stands for trust, experience, and the courage to keep evolving.

Alongside this milestone anniversary, 2025 was also characterized by new technologies and innovative solutions that allowed us to further expand our services. Digital processes, modern recruiting approaches, and forward-looking projects have enabled us to respond even faster, more efficiently, and more individually to the needs of our candidates and clients.

What connects all of these successes are the people who made them possible:
our dedicated employees, our applicants and candidates who place their trust in us, as well as our clients and partner companies with whom we work closely every day. Together, we have implemented exciting projects, mastered challenges, and explored new paths.

As the year comes to a close, we would therefore like to say one thing above all: thank you – for the collaboration, the trust, and the many shared moments throughout this special year.

Taking Responsibility – Beyond the Labor Market

Especially during the Christmas season, it is important to us to assume social responsibility beyond our professional activities. That is why, this year in Germany, we supported several organizations that are passionately committed to helping people and animals:

• Sternenbrücke – supporting children with life-limiting illnesses and their families

• Stiftung Mittagskinder – providing equal opportunities and healthy meals for children

• Ein Herz für Rentner – offering greater support and appreciation for senior citizens

• VIER PFOTEN Germany – protecting animals worldwide

These donations reflect what Trenkwalder stands for: humanity, responsibility, and solidarity.

We wish you and your families a Merry Christmas, relaxing holidays, and a successful, healthy start to the new year. 🎁🌟
We look forward to shaping the future together with you in the year ahead.

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Job hunting in the digital age offers numerous advantages - fast application processes, uncomplicated communication and a large selection of job offers at the touch of a button.

However, this development also harbours risks: fraudsters repeatedly use the hope of finding a new job to steal personal data or cause financial damage.

Phishing attempts in the name of well-known companies are becoming increasingly common, particularly via messenger services or emails. In this article, you will find out how to recognise such scams and stay safe during your job search.

Phishing in the job search - an underestimated danger

Phishing attempts in the job search often follow a similar pattern: applicants are contacted directly via social media, messenger services or email and receive a seemingly attractive job offer. The scammers often pretend to be HR managers from a well-known company and try to build trust through skilful communication.

After a brief exchange phase, the actual scam begins - for example, a request to pass on sensitive data (such as bank details or ID documents) or to make a payment for ‘processing’ the application.

How to recognise phishing attempts when looking for a job

Take note of these points to avoid falling into the phishing trap.

• Making contact via unofficial channels

  Reputable companies generally use official communication channels such as email or professional platforms (e.g. LinkedIn, StepStone, Indeed) to make initial contact. Applications via established platforms or WhatsApp are also sometimes offered - however, caution is advised if contact is made via less common channels such as Telegram.

  👉 Tip: If you are suspicious of a message sent via an unfamiliar messenger service, check the contact details directly on the official company website.

• Missing or unclear contact details

  A serious job advert or message always contains full contact details, including a company email address and telephone number. If the sender's address seems unusual (e.g. a general Gmail address) or no specific contact person is named, caution is advised.

  👉 Tip: Check that the contact details provided match those on the official company website.

• Unrealistic promises

  An above-average salary without clear requirements, a quick commitment without an interview or the guarantee of a fast-track career are typical signs of dubious offers.

  👉 Tip: If an offer sounds too good to be true, you should be sceptical.

• Request to disclose sensitive data

  Application processes do not usually require bank details, credit card details or full copies of ID in the first step. If this information is requested early on, it could be an attempt to defraud you.

  👉 Tip: Only pass on personal data if there is no doubt that the company is reputable.

• Demand for payment

  No reputable company will ask for money to process an application or for alleged ‘training’ before starting work. If you are asked to pay a fee, all alarm bells should ring.

  👉 Tip: An application process should never be associated with financial demands.

How to protect yourself from job search fraud

You can protect yourself from phishing attempts with these simple steps.

• Rely on official channels

  All of a company's current vacancies and contact details can usually be found on the official website. A quick comparison of the information often helps to recognise discrepancies.

• Only use established application channels

  Applications via professional platforms and official career sites are the safest way to apply. Applications via WhatsApp are also offered by some companies - but you should be careful with less established channels such as Telegram.

• Check the reliability of contact details

  If a message seems suspicious, check the contact details directly on the company website. If the details do not match, it could be an attempt at fraud.

• Be cautious with sensitive data

  Only pass on confidential information (such as bank details, ID card details or access data) if the trustworthiness of the source has been established beyond doubt.

• Pay attention to security features

  Reputable companies generally use e-mail addresses with the official company domain and do not use insecure communication channels.

What should you do if you have been taken in by a phishing attempt?

If you have fallen into the phishing trap, you should take the following measures.

• Block accounts and credit cards immediately

  If you have passed on bank details, inform your bank immediately and have your cards and accounts blocked.

• Change passwords

  Change all passwords that you may have passed on.

• Report the incident

  Inform the company concerned and report the attempted fraud to the relevant platform (e.g. Telegram).

• Press charges

  Report the fraud to the police to prevent further damage.

Our conclusion: staying alert pays off

Phishing attempts in the context of job searches are not uncommon - but with a little attention and the right precautions, most scam attempts can be easily recognised and avoided. Pay attention to the warning signs described here, remain critical of unusual offers and carefully check the reliability of contacts. This will effectively protect you from scams and ensure you get your new dream job.

If you have received a dubious offer from an alleged Trenkwalder employee, you are welcome to contact us via the Website, per E-Mail or via Call to report the phishing attempt.

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