How to Hire Talent from South Africa Using Somewhere

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If you’re looking to hire remote employees who are not just skilled but also a great fit for your team, you’ve come to the right place.

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Our Process

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Step 1: Client Inquiry

Every search kicks off with you reaching out. Just fill out our inquiry form, and a Project Manager will contact you to chat about what you need. We’ll help you nail down the details and craft a killer job description.

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What Roles Can You Hire from South Africa?

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We’ve had tons of success hiring all sorts of roles, including:

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- Virtual and executive assistants

- Real estate property managers and analysts

- Content writers

- Multimedia designers

- Accountants and bookkeepers

- Unique gigs like TikTok creators and architectural drafters

- Leadership roles like operations managers and remote CFOs

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Since 2020, we’ve placed over 2,000 remote employees across various industries. If it can be done remotely, we can find the right person for you.

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Step 2: Let’s Get Searching

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Once we’ve got the job description down, we dive into the search. We’ll ask for a small deposit to kick things off, then our talented scouts will hunt down candidates who fit your needs, pulling from our exclusive talent database that we keep fresh and updated.

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Our Proven Screening Process

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Each candidate goes through a thorough screening process that includes:

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- Skills assessments to check their technical chops.

- Communications assessment to ensure they’re fluent in English—no language barriers here!

- Behavioral interviews to see if they vibe well with your company culture.

- Background checks to verify their identities and references.

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Step 3: Meet Your Candidates

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We’ll present you with a shortlist of stellar candidates. You’ll have the chance to set up one-on-one interviews to get to know them better. This is your moment to see if they’d be a great fit for your team. 

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Step 4: Make Your Choice

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You pick the best candidate for the job. If you’re loving multiple candidates, feel free to hire them all! Once you make your choice, we’ll hand everything over to you. Your new remote employee will work directly with your team—no middleman involved.

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Why Hire South African Talent

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Now, let’s talk about why hiring from South Africa is a total game-changer:

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- Cultural Savvy: South Africans are well-acquainted with Western business cultures, especially those from the US and UK.

- Language Skills: English is widely spoken as a first language, so communication flows smoothly.

- Diverse Skill Set: The country has a well-educated workforce with skills in finance, IT, customer service, and more.

- Strong Work Ethic: South Africans are known for being hardworking and adaptable—perfect for high-pressure environments.

- Remote Work Ready: With solid investments in digital infrastructure, many professionals are already used to working remotely.

- Time Zone Convenience: South Africa’s time zone (SAST) aligns nicely with European business hours and overlaps with Eastern Time in the U.S., making collaboration a breeze.

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Cost Structure

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Unlike those other staffing services or BPO companies that hit you with recurring fees, Somewhere only charges a one-time headhunting fee for each successful hire. No hidden costs—just straightforward pricing.

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So there you have it! 

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Hire With Somewhere

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Somewhere makes remote hiring easy by connecting you with top talent from South Africa, along with our established networks in the Philippines and Latin America. 

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If you're tired of sifting through resumes or just want some help finding awesome candidates, let’s get started today. 

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