Discover recruiting insights in our white paper Your guide to international C-level recruitment!
Our white papers offer you in-depth knowledge and practical strategies for successfully filling C-level positions. Specifically for companies in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland that are planning to enter the markets in the US, Canada, and Mexico, we show you how to attract top executives, overcome cultural differences, and build sustainable structures. Discover topics related to HR best practices and solutions that will accelerate your international growth in our white papers.
You can obtain our white papers and brochures free of charge and with no effort. Select the white paper you want and fill out the form to start the download.
Business success through strong foreign branches
Selecting expert HR consultants abroad: useful information and practical checklist.
Finding qualified and motivated employees is crucial to the success of executives. Our recruiting white paper shows how you can master international challenges and efficiently achieve your corporate goals with the help of experienced recruitment consultants.
The following topics are covered in this whitepaper:
- The differences between headhunters, executive recruiters and recruitment agencies
- Overview of the executive search market
- Critical success factors for the selection of a recruiter who will be your partner
Recruitment consultants with market knowledge and expertise are also in demand abroad, but these consultants must also have a good understanding of the specifics of international business and the ability to identify candidates who are entrepreneurial and have an affinity for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Simplify administrative processes: Outsourcing personnel administration
Reduce labor law risks, simplify administrative processes: outsource personnel management.
„Every beginning is difficult.“, This also applies to new U.S. subsidiaries. The administrative burden is enormous and poses risks for board members and the parent company. Our white paper on HR topics provides a concise overview of how a professional employer organization (PEO) can facilitate your start in the U.S. – from personnel management and accounting to health insurance.
The following topics are covered in this whitepaper:
- The "Professional Employer Organization" (PEO) - what exactly is it and what support does it offer?
- From payroll accounting to crisis management: the wide range of PEO services (Typical PEO services)
- Service provider or partner - the variants of a PEO
- Potential savings: All in all, partnering with a PEO is worthwhile in many cases.
- 4 good reasons to use a PEO, at least for the initial phase of a new U.S. subsidiary
Executive Search for Experts - Handled by our Experts
The recruitment of top managers for subsidiaries in the USA and Canada
The success of your US or Canadian subsidiary depends as much on the quality of the local executives as it does on the acceptance of your products and services. How can you master the challenge of identifying and attracting candidates who not only match the formal qualifications for the role but also have the cross-cultural experience to bridge the gap between your North American subsidiary and the parent company?
The following topics are covered in this brochure:
- Professional qualifications are essential but there are more dimensions of leadership that are critical to success: Understanding of medium-sized companies, cross-cultural awareness, as well as a can-do attitude
- Highly qualified, global executive search consultants vs. local recruiters – who can bridge the gap?
- What are the components of a successful search process on a global scale?
- A methodical and transparent process translates into a successful executive placement
- A global network of experts and advisors will complement our recruiting services
- Testimonials – you’re only as good as your last project
Work visas for your U.S. subsidiary
Employing employees and expats legally in the USA.
European companies with US subsidiaries often face complex questions regarding the appropriate US work visas. Our recruiting white paper offers clear guidance and shows which options—from E visas to L visas to H-1B visas—are relevant for companies that want to send skilled workers and executives from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland to the US.
The following topics are covered in this whitepaper:
- U.S. work visas for citizens from Germany, Austria and Switzerland
Why US visas are so complex
The work visas: E visa, L visa and H-1B visa - Visas for U.S. subsidiaries - long-term solution strategies
E-visa strategy
L visa strategy
L-Blanket – simplified processes
H-1B visas – complex and unpredictable
The first hurdle: the H-1B cap—limited number of visas
The second hurdle: „Labor Condition Application“ (LCA) – the preliminary application
The third hurdle: Application to USCIS
The fourth hurdle: "Request for Evidence" (RFE) from USCIS - How to get a visa: which authority is better?
- The positive news: work permit for spouses simplified
- Often asked: The way to the USA without a company connection?
Avoid mistakes, explore opportunities in the huge USA market
Establishment of a subsidiary in the USA.
For generations, America has been considered the land of opportunity, and to this day, the US remains the most important trading partner for many companies. Our white paper on HR topics shows what German companies need to consider when establishing a US subsidiary: from legal and tax issues to the rules for successful market entry. This will increase your chances of benefiting from the dynamic US market and help you avoid unpleasant surprises.
The following topics are covered in this whitepaper:
- „Federal“ or „State“ – Useful information for entrepreneurs about the basics of the US legal system
- Elements of a US company formation
- In your own state or in Delaware? The right choice of state for setting up a US company
- Limitation of liability: Establishing a subsidiary protects the parent company and management board members
- Protection through insurance: Do not underestimate the willingness to sue
- Call the "child" by its name: What should the subsidiary be called?
Product liability often leads to lawsuits
Product liability in the USA
You may have read on the Internet that a manufacturer is labeling its "Superman" carnival costumes in the USA with the following labels: WARNING! THIS COSTUME DOES NOT GIVE YOU THE ABILITY TO FLY. IT ALSO DOES NOT GIVE YOU SUPERHUMAN POWERS! This is an example of "urban legends" (modern legends) that circulate on the internet and are at best partial truths. However, it is said to be true that a manufacturer of such costumes once formulated such a warning on its website in order to protect itself from possible legal action.
Product liability generally leads to more lawsuits in the US than in Germany. As a manufacturer or seller of products, you should take appropriate precautions. But how exactly? After all, there are products that are inherently dangerous, such as firearms and alcohol.
If the dangers of these products are so obvious, the question arises as to why special attention is still paid to them in the US. Product liability is an often paradoxical area of law that is clearly strongly influenced by social and political decisions. In the words of the eminent US legal scholar Roscoe Pound: „Law is social engineering that creates a balance between competing interests in society.“
Our white paper on HR topics not only covers the basics, but also provides important and relevant information, such as the most common reasons for lawsuits in the US. Download it now and learn about all the key aspects you should consider when entering the US market.
The following topics are covered in this whitepaper:
- Warning of possible dangers of the products
- Product liability - primarily a national matter
- Generally no personal liability of shareholders and managers
- Punitive damages
- Is there insurance against punitive damages?
- Warnings
- Regulatory authorities
- Liability of the parent company in Europe?
The risk of lawsuits against companies and top managers
Liability of executives in the USA.
You have probably heard about the multi-million dollar court ruling against McDonald's or the curious stories surrounding product liability in the USA. Even if some examples are „urban legends,“ the fact remains: companies in the USA often face extensive liability, and executives can be personally affected. Our recruiting white paper explains in which cases liability risks arise and how you as a company can protect yourself when expanding into the US—including tips for filling key positions with the right people.
The following topics are covered in this whitepaper:
- The basic rule is: No liability for managers
- Product liability
- Breach of contract
- Corporate debt
- Fiduciary duties
- Intentional offenses
- Actions of the employees
- RICO
- Insurance cover for this type of liability
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