Poland’s IT sector is still growing strong, with major hubs like Warsaw (100k+ pros), Krakow (60k), and Wroclaw leading.. In April we shared a story with you about how Poland needs 700,000 more IT specialists by 2035. Today we wanted to share information about how to find a good IT recruitment agency in Poland. Or, like they say in Poland: “najlepsza agencja rekrutacyjna IT”
In August the Polish Investment and Trade Agency shared a report on Poland’s ICT sector. The report highlighted how global tech companies like Microsoft, Intel and Google have invested in Poland, because of the quality of the IT environment.
The report goes on to add how more than 85 percent of all IT professionals in Poland are employed in one of the seven largest IT hubs, with Warsaw, Krakow and Wroclaw dominating the rankings. Krakow especially has a big role to fill with 60,000 IT professionals in the royal city, and more than 500 technology companies.
A quick browse online shows top tier companies such as Nokia, PwC, Volvo Group, Procter & Gamble, Roche, Dropbox, and many others recruiting tech talent in Poland. Many of them must use a good IT recruitment agency to help them. Something that can be challenging for many HR and talent professionals.
IT Recruitment in Warsaw, and Krakow: What to Expect
Salaries in Poland remain competitive compared to Western counterparts. In a recent story from Verita HR, we highlighted the average salary for a java developer in Poland. About 19,000 PLN/month or a total of just over €4,500. In London the same role pays about £70,000 per annum or £5,833 per month. Poland still offers companies a competitive edge compared to hiring locally.
Another important aspect is the number of graduates entering the job market. In Krakow alone tech specialists entering the job market is growing 10 percent each year, with three large Universities helping to create a strong pipeline of talent for the local businesses.
Github is popular in Poland today. Over 900 specialists are making thousands of public contributions on the site, elevating the pedigree of the local talent onto a global stage.
Tech specialists in Poland are in high demand. They won’t work for just anyone, and many companies need to turn to IT recruitment agencies to ensure that they fill talent pipelines.
Key Factors to Look for in a Good IT Recruitment Agency
Poland is still maturing as a market and has many of the leading global recruitment agencies, as well as some excellent local niche players, operating in the country.
Some of the things to consider when looking for the right recruitment partner for tech recruiting is:
- They specialize in IT and have plenty of information about the tech sector on their site. Generalist agencies often struggle to engage tech talents. Recruiters need to know about the latest trends and technologies to ensure engagement with candidates
- The company should have local expertise in the city you are looking to recruit in. Ideally an office presence, and not just a small room in a shared office in Warsaw. But offices in cities like Krakow, Gdansk, or Wroclaw too.
- Recruitment firms should have references or case studies readily available to potential companies looking to augment their tech talent in Poland.
- The company should offer transparent pricing, especially when it comes to IT contracting where hourly or daily rates apply.
- Speed of delivery and quality of candidates should form another important prerequisite of the company.
- If the company offers additional services like Employer branding, IT contracting, IT outsourcing, Recruitment Process Outsourcing, or others, it means there is more than a handful of recruiters which is essential in providing the right support for your talent team.
- The company should have a strong understanding of the Polish market coupled with a long track record assisting customers with topics such as engaging tech talent on B2B contracts where applicable.
Common Mistakes to Avoid when Choosing an IT Recruitment Agency
- Do not choose the cheapest offer, these are often “too good to be true” and the price savings won’t make up the lack of quality or slowness of delivery
- Make sure you check any online reviews like Glassdoor or others
- Always check the expertise of the company and insist on further information in case you are not 100% convinced. Don’t overlook niche IT focus (e.g., fintech/specialist roles)
Why Choosing Verita HR can help your Organization Succeed
Verita HR has had an uninterrupted presence in Warsaw and Krakow since 2010. The company has specialized in tech and finance recruitment since the beginning and has very high customer satisfaction results that are readily available to potential customers.
The company offers various types of IT recruitment including outsourcing, contracting, and even umbrella services. Verita HR has also led several RPO contracts for customers in Krakow and Warsaw over the years.
Verita HR offers services including RPO | Permanent Recruitment | Outsourcing | Media Services
Contact Verita HR today for a free consultation on your IT hiring needs in Poland.
