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Permanent recruitment
Attract the right talent for your business through our permanent recruitment solutions tailored to your hiring needs. Partner with our industry-leading recruiters who will support your vision by connecting you with permanent professionals who will propel your business forward.
People are at the heart of every business.
As global leaders in recruitment, we understand hiring the right people unlocks your ability to deliver key goals. Hiring the wrong people, no matter how talented, can hold your organisation back while your competition thrives.
To attract the professionals that can take your business forward, you need to tell your organisation’s unique story in a truly engaging way. That’s why it’s vital that you partner with a recruiter who deeply understands you, your market and the professionals you need.
At Robert Walters, we see beyond the job description to understand your organisations real story. We then use our specialist industry expertise, hyper- local knowledge and global reach to champion your story and connect you with the best professionals who will transform your business.
Trusted by over 11,000+ organisations
Our expertise
Secure top talent for your next hire
Let us connect you with the talent that can take your business forward.
Why choose Robert Walters to handle your permanent recruitment needs?
- Recieve a tailored service. With over 38 years in operation, we have gained a proven record as a permanent recruitment agency that delievers a professional service that is crafted to meet your business needs.
- Partner with industry experts. Many of our permanent recruitment consultant come from the industries they serve, meaning they have built hyper-specialist knowledge of the industry you operate in.
- Acquire data driven insights. Our permanent recruitment strategy is highly targeted, defined by the insights of our market intelligence function.
- Take advantage of our global reach. Our International Candidate Management teams have access to the top talent pools from across the globe.
- Share our expertise. Giving you access to our specialist knowledge and in-depth experience though a broad range of insights, advice and thought leadership.
Permanent hiring in South Korea: Our specialist recruitment approach
We pair you with a consultant proficient in your industry, specialising in matching candidates possessing the unique skills your organisation requires. Supplying you with a comprehensive shortlist aligned to your recruitment brief.
Our specialists conduct thorough research, multi-channel sourcing, and market mapping to build a personalized talent pool. This approach grants unparalleled access to both active and passive job seekers beyond traditional channels.
Whether you are scaling a team or seeking cover for existing positions, we offer continuous support to both you and the candidates throughout the entire hiring process, from application to their first day in the role.
Our track record
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43k
Professionals we help start their next chapter
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85%
Of professionals refer us to a friend
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11k
Organisations who we help acquire talent
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90%
Of organisations recruit more than one role through us
Speak to our expert permanent recruiters
MiLim Cho
Commerce Finance and HR • Finance B2C, Seoul
Associate Director, MiLim leads the finance, HR & Legal teams. With over twelve years of recruitment experience, MiLim has a strong market presence.
Serena Jeong
B2B & B2C Industry, Seoul
Serena has over seven years of recruitment experience, filling top-level sales, marketing and management roles across B2B and B2C industries.
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Hear inspiring success stories from our clients and candidates as they flourish in their new career journeys.
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Permanent recruitment serves as an excellent solution for businesses seeking to meet long-term resource requirements. Within this model, organisations engage potential employees under contracts without predefined end dates. This traditional employment approach involves direct hiring by the company or a preferred third-party agency, ensuring roles remain open-ended.
Permanent recruitment offers valuable advantages for businesses looking to fill gaps or scale their teams for long-term growth. This solution ensures consistency in knowledge, serving as a stable resource for teams and organizations. Moreover, it fosters talent investment, nurtures company culture, retains expertise, provides cost-efficiency, and enhances overall productivity.
The primary differences between contract and permanent recruitment revolves around the duration or nature of employment. Contract recruitment provides flexibility for short-term projects or specific tasks requiring temporary assistance, allowing for rapid adaptation. Permanent recruitment focuses on establishing a stable resource for long-term strategic goals within the organization.
We recommend getting in touch to explore the best option for your organizational requirements. Reach out to us today for initial discussion.
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FAQ's
Permanent recruitment serves as an excellent solution for businesses seeking to meet long-term resource requirements. Within this model, organisations engage potential employees under contracts without predefined end dates. This traditional employment approach involves direct hiring by the company or a preferred third-party agency, ensuring roles remain open-ended.
Permanent recruitment offers valuable advantages for businesses looking to fill gaps or scale their teams for long-term growth. This solution ensures consistency in knowledge, serving as a stable resource for teams and organizations. Moreover, it fosters talent investment, nurtures company culture, retains expertise, provides cost-efficiency, and enhances overall productivity.
The primary differences between contract and permanent recruitment revolves around the duration or nature of employment. Contract recruitment provides flexibility for short-term projects or specific tasks requiring temporary assistance, allowing for rapid adaptation. Permanent recruitment focuses on establishing a stable resource for long-term strategic goals within the organization.
We recommend getting in touch to explore the best option for your organizational requirements. Reach out to us today for initial discussion.
Our Salary Survey is the most comprehensive guide of salaries and hiring trends in South Korea. Based on the analysis of over 100,000 permanent, interim and contract placements, the Salary Survey covers South Korea-specific salary and benefits insights across multiple industries.
Request your copy of the Salary Survey guide to accurately benchmark salaries to attract and retain top talent.
The market for permanent recruitment in Korea is increasingly focused on hiring candidates who can contribute immediately to hands-on roles.
Beyond salary, companies are prioritising factors such as career development opportunities, organisational culture, and flexible working arrangements to attract and retain top talent.
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