If level of English language is an issue then we propose interviewing the candidates by telephone as the most cost effective solution. We can organise telephone interviews for you. If you wish to meet your potential employees, then we can arrange interviews for you in new EU countries. Travel and accommodation arrangements would be at your expense.
Certificates, titles and diplomas gained in Eastern Europe are in most cases equivalent to their British counterparts because the education system is quite similar.
It is very important that you specify the required level of English at the beginning of the recruitment process. In some Eastern European countries knowledge of English is not common but that is changing fast. Generally, the younger generation has a much higher level of English. In some professions, a good knowledge of English is very rare, but it does not exclude high quality of work and professionalism. We suggest organising teams, where a worker who has better knowledge of English accompanies those who don’t speak the language very well... The English-speaking employee would not only work as a translator but would also be the foreman of the group. This does not increase the cost to the employer. GLOBAL CHOICES can organise such teams and you can be sure that communication will not be a problem.
If for any reason the employee is not suitable for work then we have a full refund policy. We offer advice and support throughout the employment process to both parties if issues arise. Different payment and employee management schemes also could be arranged.
GLOBAL CHOICES will not supply workers in the UK if no accommodation is arranged. We can help with looking for accommodation in particular areas. Providing accommodation makes the process faster and easier. In many cases we provide accommodation in fully furnished houses anywhere in the UK.
By law, you should pay your new employees the same as you would pay a British person doing the same job. Generally, the expectations of Polish, Slovak or Lithuanian workers are reasonable, especially in relation to the quality and quantity of work performed.
GLOBAL CHOICES provides you with two payment options:
The client pays a "one-off" payment to GLOBAL CHOICES. The employee is placed on a 1-month probation period. During that time, if the client is not satisfied with the worker(s), GLOBAL CHOICES will provide a pro rata refund of the fee based on the time worked or we will replace this employee. To find out more about our refund schedule please contact us for more details.
All the candidates are employed by GLOBAL CHOICES and delegated to work for the client. By using this option the client avoids the overheads in operating a payroll, making NI contributions and PAYE payments. All these responsibilities are taken on by GLOBAL CHOICES who periodically (once a week) submit an invoice for the labour provided. We can offer you competitive rates for work provided.
Since 1 May, 2004, workers from new members of the European Union don’t require work permits. All workers need to register with the Home Office. GLOBAL CHOICES can assist workers in the process of registration as well as other formality, related to opening a bank account, obtaining a National Insurance number etc. The other option is to let them work as self-employed and under CIS.
Global Choices, 146 Omega Works, 4 Roach Road, London E3 2GY, United Kingdom
Tel: (+ 44) 208 533 2777 (UK)
Tel.: (+1) 646 929 4656 (USA)
Fax: (+ 44) 870 330 5955
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Most people are looking for a permanent or medium-term position. However, shorter contracts are also possible. We expect contract of a minimum of 3 months.
In normal circumstances, it takes no longer than two to three weeks. If you need somebody sooner please let us know and we will organise the workers as soon as possible. If you have some specific requirements it can take longer for us to provide particular employees.
GLOBAL CHOICES recruits from new EU countries, from Eastern Europe and not from the UK. Because of the nature of the business, the workers are coming to the UK to a specific employer, to a specific location and for a specific position and will treat the job as long term assignment. As an employee they can terminate the assignment according to their agreement. However, if you treat your employees fairly they will almost certainly stay and work for you till the end of the contract and appreciate the fact that they have a job. We found that employees from Eastern Europe are more reliable and committed to their employer. They are usually very had working, productive and enthusiastic about the work they do.
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