Sourcing Strategies That Work

Finding talent in France requires a multi-channel approach:

Traditional Job Boards

- Welcome to the Jungle: Startup-focused with company profiles - Indeed/Monster: Volume but lower quality - APEC: Executive and experienced professionals - JobTeaser: University partnerships

Tech-Specific Platforms

- Stack Overflow Jobs: Developer-focused - AngelList: Startup-savvy candidates - Hired: Pre-vetted tech talent - Talent.io: Reverse job board model

University Partnerships

Build relationships with: - Career services offices - Student associations - Research labs - Internship programs

Best Practice: Create structured internship programs that convert to full-time hires. Many French students seek 6-month end-of-studies internships.

Community Engagement

- Meetups: Paris.js, Paris.rb, Data Science meetups - Conferences: DotJS, Paris Web, Devoxx - Hackathons: Sponsor or host - Open Source: Contribute and recruit contributors

Referral Programs

French professionals often have tight networks from school: - Incentivize employee referrals (€1-3K typical) - Tap into alumni networks - Host "bring a friend" events - Leverage investor networks

International Talent

- French Tech Visa: Streamlined process for qualified talent - European Talent: No visa requirements - Remote Hiring: Access global talent pools - Relocation Support: Comprehensive packages