Envoy Global recently surveyed 286 HR and mobility professionals working in companies across France to gauge their sentiments on French immigration policy, program management, compliance and more. With respondents ranging across several sectors and over 42 industries, this report provides exclusive insights into corporate immigration trends in France.
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What’s Driving Immigration and Talent Acquisition Trends in France?
Employers are navigating a highly competitive environment to attract skilled foreign talent in France’s dynamic job market. Currently, the most sought-after professionals are those with IT experience, with nearly 60% of respondents indicating they want to hire foreign nationals with this background. Engineering, technical skills (52%), research and development expertise (47%) and finance/accounting backgrounds (47%) are also in high demand.
Employers in France face increasing competition and focusing on recruiting foreign graduates has become a key strategy. 72% of employers see recent foreign graduates as crucial to their talent acquisition plans.
Legal Compliance and Sector-Specific Insights
Employers in France generally express confidence in their ability to comply with legal requirements when hiring foreign talent. There’s also optimism for the healthcare sector that recent immigration policy changes will help alleviate ongoing labor shortages. These changes include enhancing border security, streamlining visa processes and implementing measures to manage migrant flows effectively. 92% of respondents believe these changes will improve the availability of foreign national medical professionals.
Positive Reactions to Immigration Policy Changes and Visa Processing
Most (80%) employers are satisfied with processing times for French work and residence permits.
The recent shifts in French immigration policies have been met with a positive reception. Forty-five percent of employers believe the new rules will benefit specific industries or professions, while 35% are confident that these changes will facilitate the arrival of new talent to France.
Introducing a new shortage employment list has been well-received, with 86% of employers seeing it as an effective tool for addressing labor shortages in targeted sectors.
Concerns About Immigration Policy Changes
However, stricter language and integration requirements are causing concern, with 82% of employers believing these could reduce the number of applications for French nationality.
Looking Ahead
As French employers adapt to these changes, they strategically plan to leverage the evolving immigration landscape. The focus on recruiting foreign graduates and addressing sector-specific labor shortages reflects a proactive approach to talent acquisition.
For organizations navigating these complexities, Envoy Global’s team offers expert support. Our comprehensive services and robust immigration management platform help streamline the immigration process, ensuring compliance and optimizing talent acquisition strategies.
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