Germany’s economy, the third largest in the world after the USA and China, has been in a state of stagnation for several years. There are several theories explaining why this is happening.
For instance, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz argues (https://www.tagesspiegel.de/politik/merz-kritisiert-vier-tage-woche-und-work-life-balance-wir-mussen-in-diesem-land-wieder-mehr-arbeiten-13687588.html) that Germans need to work more. A four-day workweek and an emphasis on work-life balance, he claims, will not allow German society to maintain the country’s prosperity.
However, there is another obvious reason for Germany’s economic stagnation: a chronic shortage of skilled workers. One in four German companies struggles to find staff. According to the Institute of the German Economy, there is a shortage of over 500,000 specialists across various sectors, from logistics and construction to elderly care and IT.
A Problem Businesses Can No Longer Ignore
Economist Ulrike Malmendier calls for greater immigration of foreign workers. “If a business says, ‘I’ve found a worker who wants to come to Germany, I believe their qualifications are sufficient, and I have a job for them as soon as they arrive,’ then, for heaven’s sake, we shouldn’t interfere but let the market economy take over,” she argues (https://www.ardmediathek.de/video/hart-aber-fair/faules-deutschland-i-hart-aber-fair-spezial/wdr/Y3JpZDovL3dkci5kZS9CZWl0cmFnLXNvcGhvcmEtMGZmMGI1NjMtNmVjZC00YmE5LWI3NmItMWY3N2IxOGM3NGJh).
While the German government develops new action plans, businesses need to act now. Companies are losing orders, facing delays, overburdening staff, and incurring losses. There is work to be done, but no one to do it.
Against this backdrop, hiring workers from the EU through outsourcing is not just a convenient solution but a strategic necessity.
Outsourcing Workers in Germany: What Does It Offer Businesses?
Outsourcing agencies like VAV Synergy do more than just recruit staff. We handle the entire process of legalizing and onboarding foreign workers in the EU.
What this means for your business:
- 72 hours from request to workers starting on-site
- Turnkey processing — permits, taxes, insurance
- Legal and accounting responsibility handled by us
- No risks during inspections — all documents are in order
Why Is There a Labor Shortage in the EU?
The reasons are deeper than they may seem:
- Demographics: The population is aging, and there are not enough young workers.
- Part-time work culture: In Germany, over half of women and elderly workers are employed part-time.
- Restrictive migration policies: The system is complex, bureaucratic, and often hinders even qualified foreigners from finding employment.
- Infrastructure barriers: A shortage of childcare workers prevents parents, especially mothers, from working full-time.
To overcome the labor shortage crisis, Germany must build partnerships with countries rich in human capital, such as Eastern Europe, the Balkans, and Asia. Outsourcing companies can serve as reliable intermediaries for businesses in this process.
Hiring Workers in the EU: How It Works with Us
Our agency supports the process of hiring and onboarding foreign workers in Germany and other EU countries:
- Recruitment based on your specifications — from laborers to skilled professionals
- Full documentation: work permits, residency legalization, labor contracts
- Quality control and adaptation: we support the employee until the contract is completed
- Legal protection: we ensure compliance with labor and migration laws
Time to Act
In the face of economic stagnation and growing competition for talent, delaying solutions puts businesses at serious risk. While politicians debate migration reforms, you can already hire EU workers through outsourcing.
Don’t wait for the labor shortage to halt your growth. Request a consultation, and we’ll find the right staff for your business within 72 hours.
