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Hiring in the UK: Why Partner with Expandys, Your Franco-British Recruitment Provider in London

Drew Barrett
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May 8, 2025
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Hiringc in the UK is a strategic step for any French or European company looking to establish a long-term presence in the British market. Between local employment regulations, cultural expectations, contractual norms and UK-specific recruitment channels, onboarding your first employee in England can become complex without the right support.

At Expandys, we’re far more than a standard HR provider. We are a Franco-British recruitment agency with over 15 years of experience helping international companies hire in London and across the UK. With a dedicated office in London, a robust local network, and a strong understanding of both UK and French business cultures, we simplify and secure your hiring journey in the UK.

Why hire in the UK in 2025?

The UK job market remains one of the most dynamic and internationally accessible in Europe. Despite Brexit, the UK continues to attract top talent and international investment. There are several key reasons for this:

A flexible employment market (contracts, notice periods, tax structures)
A wide pool of highly skilled professionals in key sectors: tech, finance, engineering, and sales
A business culture that’s globally minded and innovation-driven
Attractive business hubs like London, Manchester, Bristol, and Birmingham
An English-speaking environment ideal for serving global markets

However, to recruit effectively in the UK, it’s essential to understand local specifics: salary benchmarks, valued soft skills, direct outreach via LinkedIn, the importance of personal branding, and more.

Hiring in the UK: Key Challenges for French Companies

Many French businesses want to recruit in the UK, but often encounter recurring challenges:

Limited brand visibility to attract qualified local candidates
Lack of familiarity with UK employment law and HR practices
Underestimating cultural nuances (management style, feedback culture, autonomy)
Difficulty shortlisting candidates without a local network

This is exactly why partnering with a London recruitment agency like Expandys is a powerful accelerator

Expandys: Your Franco-British Recruitment Agency Based in London

From our London office, we support dozens of French, Belgian, Swiss and Canadian companies every year with their UK recruitment needs — across both B2B and B2C sectors.

Why choose Expandys to hire in London or anywhere in the UK?

✅ Franco-British business expertise – we understand your culture and that of local candidates
✅ Over 15 years' presence in the London market
✅ Access to a pool of bilingual, multicultural and experienced professionals
✅ Bespoke recruitment – from job description to onboarding
✅ Full administrative support – including Employer of Record (EOR) services to hire in the UK without setting up a legal entity
✅ Sector expertise: tech, services, manufacturing, luxury, FMCG, retail and more

We help you hire:

Sales and business development professionals
Country managers or local representatives
Engineers, technicians, or sector experts
Marketing, e-commerce and customer success profiles

What Makes Us Different

🎯 UK market expertise – We know where to search, how to engage, and how to convince the best UK-based candidates.
🌐 Bilingual recruitment process – We assess candidates in both French and English.
🤝 Personal, transparent support – from initial briefing to contract signing.

Hire in the UK: Expandys, Your Strategic Growth Partner

Hiring in the UK requires more than just a job post — it demands local insight, compliance, and strong execution. By partnering with Expandys, you gain speed, clarity, and confidence in your international growth. Whether you're hiring in London for the first time or expanding an existing UK team, we offer proactive, tailored support at every stage.