Talent does not happen by chance. We make it happen by design.
As an end-to-end talent acquisition and HR consultancy serving the U.S. and German markets, we do not just build the right strategy, We guide you through every stage, from auditing your employer brand to the final placement … and beyond.
Good talent needs a clear strategy.
No clarity = No talent.
Too few applicants. Slow processes. Candidates disappearing midstream.
The problem is not the people—it’s the missing strategy.
Too often, there’s no clear positioning and no consistent talent experience from first contact to onboarding.
Together, we build a roadmap that not only brings talent to your door but makes them want to stay.
Without KVN
Candidate that does not fit
Candidate that does not fit
Strategy with KVN
Candidate with great fit
Candidate with great fit
Cookie-cutter recruiting does not cut it.
Every road trip needs a good GPS. Hiring is no different. Cultural nuances shape candidate expectations, leadership styles, and team dynamics. We understand the terrain—and build a strategy tailored to your market, culture, and vision.
Talent acquisition that brings in the right people and keeps them.
Your company can only grow sustainably when every HR lever is aligned under one cohesive strategy. Quick fixes fall short. But when everything works together, your dream candidate sees the full picture and feels truly connected to your organization as a whole. This in turn gets you more qualified candidates.
What we deliver:
- Tailor-made talent strategies for Germany and the U.S.
- Lean, compliant workflows: In-house and with vendors.
- Onboarding that locks in new hires instead of losing them.
- Tech solutions that truly lighten HR’s load and scale with you.
That is how you build a system that anticipates growth, scales effectively, and not only attracts top talent, but keeps it for many years or even decades to come.
In talent acquisition, there are
two options:
Unclear processes. Reactive decisions. Costly consequences.
When speed-to-hire is the only goal, mis-hires become inevitable. People join without understanding the culture, expectations stay vague, and roles lack definition.
The outcome? New employees leave early, disengage, or never reach full performance.
→ No strategy: Hiring is reactive instead of planned.
→ Weak employer brand: Talent cannot see why they should choose you.
→ Slow, outdated workflows: Top candidates move on before you respond.
→ Misallocated budget: Too much spent on quick fixes, not enough on long-term value.
→ Global hiring challenges: U.S. companies struggle to attract talent to and from Germany.
The solution? A truly integrated talent acquisition management system.
Clear focus. The right talent. Real momentum.
With a strategic talent acquisition setup, you attract candidates who truly fit: both culturally and professionally. Processes are streamlined, roles are clearly defined, and expectations are transparent.
The result: better hires, stronger teams, and a more cohesive company culture.
→ Clear strategy: Every step supports long-term goals.
→ Strong employer brand: Talent quickly understands what your company stands for.
→ Efficient processes: Data-backed decisions made faster and with more confidence.
→ Sustainable investment: Budgets go toward solutions that deliver lasting value.
→ International readiness: Talent from the U.S. and Germany is sourced, onboarded, and retained through a structured approach.
The result? Greater stability, lower turnover, and a team that grows with you and not away from you.
The right talent is not found by luck. It is found with the right system.
Finding talent is not difficult when you know how to reach the right people.
The old approach? Too slow. Too expensive. Too little impact.
Our approach? Data-driven, strategic, and built for results.
Instead of wading through stacks of mismatched résumés, we create a clear, efficient path to successful hires, drawing on a network of 10,000+ proven specialists and leaders.
We treat recruiting not as a temporary fix, but as a foundation for sustainable growth: structured, consistent, and built to resonate with the people who matter most.
Milestones achieved with our clients
recruiting projects completed
candidates placed in new roles
years in recruiting
54+ clients who chose
KVN-International
What our clients say about partnering
with KVN-International:
+129 happy clients
21+ testimonials across
multiple verticals such as:
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Our offer: your best path to the
right talent.
Consulting
A strong HR strategy does not start with tools or job ads. It starts by asking: Where are you now and where do you want to go?
- HR & systems advisory – We audit your HR and recruiting processes, stay tech-agnostic, and help you make the right system choices, even supporting your RFPs.
- Experience & branding – Employer brands are built through real experiences and emotional connection. We shape every step from the first click to the first day on the job.
- Talent, skill & learning development – We design learning paths and talent strategies that fit your company’s DNA.
- Compliance & reporting – From solid KPIs to clean audits, we deliver the data foundations and peace of mind you need to grow responsibly.
- Enablement & training – We provide hands-on training and leadership coaching tailored to your HR and talent acquisition teams.
Recruiting
Great recruiting is about people who thrive, not just filling seats. We prioritize quality over speed and make sure each hire is the right fit, not just a quick fix.
- Search & placement – Whether tech, sales, or project management: we fill critical roles with people who truly match. Our core strength lies in IT recruitment.
- Interim management – Need fast support? KVN-International provides experienced professionals at short notice.
- Sourcing – We find talent where others have stopped looking.
- Talent mapping – Growth needs insight. We analyze markets, define target groups, and build strong talent pipelines.
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Who we are:
KVN-International was founded on one core belief: companies deserve a better way to find and keep the right talent.
With 13 years in HR, Kevin saw early on that traditional recruiting often misses the mark. Four years ago, he launched KVN-International to offer a smarter path built on clarity, direction, and long-term success.
That mission still drives us today: to rethink recruiting from the ground up, streamline processes, and deliver sustainable talent strategies. We now support clients across Germany and the U.S., helping them turn talent acquisition into a true growth driver.
What sets us apart?
We recognize that one size does not fit all—every solution is designed around your unique business.
P.S. Kevin also supports clients through interim recruiting when hands-on help is needed.
Let’s chart your best
path together!
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All your questions, cleared in advance:
We only start recruiting when a position opens. Why do we need a strategy?
Waiting until roles open leads to long vacancy periods, rushed decisions, and costly mis-hires. A proactive recruitment strategy aligns workforce planning, target groups, and channels, reducing wasted effort and making hiring more predictable and measurable.
Our departments manage hiring on their own. Why bring in external support?
When roles and responsibilities are unclear, recruiting stalls. External expertise brings structure, clarifies ownership across HR, leadership, and teams, and speeds up decision-making, without imposing rigid models, but tailored to your culture.
We trust our gut when making hiring decisions. Why bring in metrics?
Instinct can be useful, but it does not reveal bottlenecks. A lean KPI system highlights what drives success, shows where to improve, and helps you manage recruiting with foresight, without requiring heavy IT investments.
Some candidates give negative feedback, but applications still come in. Is that really a problem?
A poor candidate experience quietly drives top talent away, often before you notice. Mapping the full candidate journey helps eliminate weak spots, improve retention through the funnel, and even turn rejections into positive brand moments.
Active sourcing takes time and delivers nothing.
When done right, sourcing works. With the right targeting, tools, and outreach strategy, results become measurable. Whether through internal training or interim support, a structured approach significantly increases conversion rates.
We don’t have time or budget for new HR software.
Modern recruiting tools streamline manual tasks and free up your team. Independent consulting helps you avoid bloated systems, choose the right fit, and implement it smoothly, without overspending.
Our internal HR team handles recruiting. Why bring in more help?
External support does not replace your team: it enhances it. Through training, coaching, and strategic guidance, we help you build in-house capabilities that last, making your hiring efforts more future-proof.
Employer branding is just a ‘nice to have.
In today’s tight labor market, a strong employer brand is a must. A clear value proposition helps you stand out, attract the right talent, and retain your current team. Every company has an employer brand, the real question is how it’s perceived.
Our managers don’t have time for interview training.
Unstructured interviews slow down hiring and increase the risk of poor fits. Short, hands-on training leads to sharper questions, faster decisions, and a shorter time-to-hire, ultimately saving time, not wasting it.
We only care about performance. Diversity isn’t our concern.
Diverse teams drive innovation, appeal to broader talent, and perform better. Unconscious bias can cause you to overlook great candidates. Inclusive hiring processes improve quality while keeping performance front and center.
Recruiting is the same everywhere. What’s different between the U.S. and Germany?
Labor laws, benefits, communication styles, and candidate expectations vary greatly. Successful international recruiting blends local knowledge with global standards, reducing risk and strengthening cross-border hiring outcomes.
Working with recruiters was expensive and didn’t pay off. Why should we try again?
Traditional recruiting often delivers short-term results but no long-term value. Our approach combines precise placements with optional interim solutions, relieving your team operationally while supporting long-term growth. The result: sustainable hiring with real knowledge transfer instead of one-off transactions.