Deliberate, because...
For employers navigating the complexity of international hiring, and for talent seeking a real career abroad. Alma believes the best workforce outcomes grow from honest preparation, cultural understanding, and a commitment to staying involved long after the first day on the job.
For companies that hire internationally. And talent that seeks a real career. Our approach: Honest preparation, cultural understanding, and support that goes far beyond the first day at work.
Trusted by leading companies
Structured for success
Structured for success
Structured for success
More preparation at the beginning
Fewer problems afterwards
International recruitment usually does not fail because of a lack of candidates, but because of a lack of preparation. We invest 6 to 12 months in language, professional fundamentals, and realistic expectations on both sides. The result: teams that arrive and stay.
For employers
Trainees and skilled workers who arrive prepared and stay long-term. Three times higher retention rates, complete visa and recognition management, all from a single source.
For employers
Trainees and skilled workers who arrive prepared and stay long-term. Three times higher retention rates, complete visa and recognition management, all from a single source.
For employers
Trainees and skilled workers who arrive prepared and stay long-term. Three times higher retention rates, complete visa and recognition management, all from a single source.
For ambitious talent
A clear, guided path to training or employment in Germany. No empty promises, just real preparation and support that goes beyond your arrival.
For ambitious talent
A clear, guided path to training or employment in Germany. No empty promises, just real preparation and support that goes beyond your arrival.
For ambitious talent
A clear, guided path to training or employment in Germany. No empty promises, just real preparation and support that goes beyond your arrival.
Between two
worlds at home
Between two
worlds at home
Between two
worlds at home
As four founders who know both worlds intimately. We saw talented people struggle with broken processes and paying for unclear outcomes,
while companies held back hiring internationally because the risk just
felt too high.
As four founders who know both worlds, we have experienced how talent fails in opaque processes and how companies shy away from the risks of international recruitment.
So, we built the bridge we wished existed. Clear standards, careful screening, and support that continues after arrival. It takes more time, but it leads to outcomes that last.
That is why we built the bridge we would have wished for ourselves. Clear standards, careful selection, and support beyond arrival. It takes more time, but leads to results that last.
Voices of our partners
Real stories. Meaningful impact.
Moritz Braun
Owner Company
Moli Modo, Chemnitz
"I was really surprised by how well Alma understood what we actually need. Most recruitment processes feel like you are simply picking from a list. This was a real conversation about our team, our culture, and the kind of person who could genuinely grow here. The placement that followed reflected exactly that."
"A real match for our culture."
Tanja Steeb
Practice Manager
Dr. Dittmar & Kollegen, Esslingen
"My main job is to keep the practice running day to day. That becomes nearly impossible when you are short-staffed. Alma understood the urgency and placed four apprentices with us who were genuinely prepared for the job. They arrived ready to learn, not just physically present. They have been an incredible help in our daily work!"
"Apprentices who are actually prepared."
Dr. Senan Sofi
Dentist and Owner
Odonto MVZ
"The dental sector in Germany is facing a massive staffing problem, and I have already tried various approaches to solve it. Working with Alma has been by far the most reliable path so far. The intensive preparation they invest in before candidates even arrive is exactly what makes the difference between someone who stays for the long term and someone who leaves after three months."
"The most reliable solution to the staffing shortage."
Christopher Große
Owner
EDEKA Center Große, Erkner
"What impressed me the most was the aftercare. Alma did not just place people and then disappear. They stayed actively in contact, checked in regularly with both sides, and helped clear small hurdles before they turned into real problems. This ongoing partnership made the entire process completely straightforward for us."
"Not just a placement, but a real partnership."
Moritz Braun
Owner Company
Moli Modo, Chemnitz
"I was really surprised by how well Alma understood what we actually need. Most recruitment processes feel like you are simply picking from a list. This was a real conversation about our team, our culture, and the kind of person who could genuinely grow here. The placement that followed reflected exactly that."
"A real match for our culture."
Tanja Steeb
Practice Manager
Dr. Dittmar & Kollegen, Esslingen
"My main job is to keep the practice running day to day. That becomes nearly impossible when you are short-staffed. Alma understood the urgency and placed four apprentices with us who were genuinely prepared for the job. They arrived ready to learn, not just physically present. They have been an incredible help in our daily work!"
"Apprentices who are actually prepared."
Dr. Senan Sofi
Dentist and Owner
Odonto MVZ
"The dental sector in Germany is facing a massive staffing problem, and I have already tried various approaches to solve it. Working with Alma has been by far the most reliable path so far. The intensive preparation they invest in before candidates even arrive is exactly what makes the difference between someone who stays for the long term and someone who leaves after three months."
"The most reliable solution to the staffing shortage."
Christopher Große
Owner
EDEKA Center Große, Erkner
"What impressed me the most was the aftercare. Alma did not just place people and then disappear. They stayed actively in contact, checked in regularly with both sides, and helped clear small hurdles before they turned into real problems. This ongoing partnership made the entire process completely straightforward for us."
"Not just a placement, but a real partnership."
Moritz Braun
Inhaber Unternehmen
Moli Modo, Chemnitz
„Was mich am meisten beeindruckt hat, war die Nachbetreuung. Alma hat nicht einfach nur Leute vermittelt und ist dann von der Bildfläche verschwunden. Sie blieben aktiv in Kontakt, haben sich regelmäßig bei beiden Seiten erkundigt und geholfen, kleine Hürden zu nehmen, bevor sie zu echten Problemen wurden. Diese fortlaufende Partnerschaft hat den gesamten Prozess für uns absolut unkompliziert gemacht.“
„Ein echtes Match für unsere Kultur.“
Tanja Steeb
Praxismanagerin
Dr. Dittmar & Kollegen, Esslingen
„Meine Hauptaufgabe ist es, den Praxisalltag am Laufen zu halten. Das wird nahezu unmöglich, wenn Personal fehlt. Alma hat diese Dringlichkeit verstanden und uns vier Auszubildende vermittelt, die wirklich auf ihren Einsatz vorbereitet waren. Sie kamen hier an und waren sofort bereit zu lernen, nicht nur physisch anwesend. Sie sind im Arbeitsalltag eine unglaubliche Hilfe für uns!“
„Auszubildende, die wirklich vorbereitet sind.“
Dr. Senan Sofi
Zahnarzt und Inhaber
Odonto MVZ
„Die Dentalbranche in Deutschland steht vor einem massiven Personalproblem, und ich habe bereits verschiedene Ansätze ausprobiert, um es zu lösen. Die Zusammenarbeit mit Alma war dabei bisher der mit Abstand verlässlichste Weg. Die intensive Vorbereitung, die sie investieren, bevor die Kandidaten überhaupt ankommen, macht genau den Unterschied aus zwischen jemandem, der langfristig bleibt, und jemandem, der nach drei Monaten wieder geht.“
„Der verlässlichste Weg gegen den Personalmangel.“
Christopher Große
Inhaber Unternehmen
EDEKA Center Große, Erkner
„Was mich am meisten beeindruckt hat, war die Nachbetreuung. Alma hat nicht einfach nur Leute vermittelt und ist dann von der Bildfläche verschwunden. Sie blieben aktiv in Kontakt, haben sich regelmäßig bei beiden Seiten erkundigt und geholfen, kleine Hürden zu nehmen, bevor sie zu echten Problemen wurden. Diese fortlaufende Partnerschaft hat den gesamten Prozess für uns absolut unkompliziert gemacht.“
„Keine bloße Vermittlung, sondern echte Partnerschaft.“
Moritz Braun
Inhaber Unternehmen
Moli Modo, Chemnitz
„Was mich am meisten beeindruckt hat, war die Nachbetreuung. Alma hat nicht einfach nur Leute vermittelt und ist dann von der Bildfläche verschwunden. Sie blieben aktiv in Kontakt, haben sich regelmäßig bei beiden Seiten erkundigt und geholfen, kleine Hürden zu nehmen, bevor sie zu echten Problemen wurden. Diese fortlaufende Partnerschaft hat den gesamten Prozess für uns absolut unkompliziert gemacht.“
„Ein echtes Match für unsere Kultur.“
Moritz Braun
Inhaber Unternehmen
Moli Modo, Chemnitz
„Was mich am meisten beeindruckt hat, war die Nachbetreuung. Alma hat nicht einfach nur Leute vermittelt und ist dann von der Bildfläche verschwunden. Sie blieben aktiv in Kontakt, haben sich regelmäßig bei beiden Seiten erkundigt und geholfen, kleine Hürden zu nehmen, bevor sie zu echten Problemen wurden. Diese fortlaufende Partnerschaft hat den gesamten Prozess für uns absolut unkompliziert gemacht.“
„Ein echtes Match für unsere Kultur.“
Tanja Steeb
Praxismanagerin
Dr. Dittmar & Kollegen, Esslingen
„Meine Hauptaufgabe ist es, den Praxisalltag am Laufen zu halten. Das wird nahezu unmöglich, wenn Personal fehlt. Alma hat diese Dringlichkeit verstanden und uns vier Auszubildende vermittelt, die wirklich auf ihren Einsatz vorbereitet waren. Sie kamen hier an und waren sofort bereit zu lernen, nicht nur physisch anwesend. Sie sind im Arbeitsalltag eine unglaubliche Hilfe für uns!“
„Auszubildende, die wirklich vorbereitet sind.“
Dr. Senan Sofi
Zahnarzt und Inhaber
Odonto MVZ
„Die Dentalbranche in Deutschland steht vor einem massiven Personalproblem, und ich habe bereits verschiedene Ansätze ausprobiert, um es zu lösen. Die Zusammenarbeit mit Alma war dabei bisher der mit Abstand verlässlichste Weg. Die intensive Vorbereitung, die sie investieren, bevor die Kandidaten überhaupt ankommen, macht genau den Unterschied aus zwischen jemandem, der langfristig bleibt, und jemandem, der nach drei Monaten wieder geht.“
„Der verlässlichste Weg gegen den Personalmangel.“
Christopher Große
Inhaber Unternehmen
EDEKA Center Große, Erkner
„Was mich am meisten beeindruckt hat, war die Nachbetreuung. Alma hat nicht einfach nur Leute vermittelt und ist dann von der Bildfläche verschwunden. Sie blieben aktiv in Kontakt, haben sich regelmäßig bei beiden Seiten erkundigt und geholfen, kleine Hürden zu nehmen, bevor sie zu echten Problemen wurden. Diese fortlaufende Partnerschaft hat den gesamten Prozess für uns absolut unkompliziert gemacht.“
„Keine bloße Vermittlung, sondern echte Partnerschaft.“
Transparent processes
Success by Design, Not Chance
From preparation in the home country to long-term aftercare services in Germany, every step needs to be handled properly. Most problems later come from what was missed early.
Solid foundation
6 - 12 months
Before we place them, trainees and skilled workers complete a structured preparation: 6 to 12 months of German up to B1/B2, professional fundamentals, and open conversations about the realities of everyday working life in Germany.
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Solid foundation
6 - 12 months
Before we place them, trainees and skilled workers complete a structured preparation: 6 to 12 months of German up to B1/B2, professional fundamentals, and open conversations about the realities of everyday working life in Germany.
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Solid foundation
6 - 12 months
Before we place them, trainees and skilled workers complete a structured preparation: 6 to 12 months of German up to B1/B2, professional fundamentals, and open conversations about the realities of everyday working life in Germany.
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Precise matching
1 month
We don't just place candidates based on demand. We specifically assess motivation, long-term intentions, and whether someone is truly a good fit for the team. We handle the entire visa process and all the bureaucracy so that employers are relieved of day-to-day administrative burdens.
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Precise matching
1 month
We don't just place candidates based on demand. We specifically assess motivation, long-term intentions, and whether someone is truly a good fit for the team. We handle the entire visa process and all the bureaucracy so that employers are relieved of day-to-day administrative burdens.
02
Precise matching
1 month
We don't just place candidates based on demand. We specifically assess motivation, long-term intentions, and whether someone is truly a good fit for the team. We handle the entire visa process and all the bureaucracy so that employers are relieved of day-to-day administrative burdens.
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Soft landing
3 - 4 months
The first few weeks are usually the hardest. A new country, a new system, and a lot that has to be organized all at once. We take care of the basics early on: finding accommodation, arrival support, and onboarding, so that the talent can settle in relaxed from day one.
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Soft landing
3 - 4 months
The first few weeks are usually the hardest. A new country, a new system, and a lot that has to be organized all at once. We take care of the basics early on: finding accommodation, arrival support, and onboarding, so that the talent can settle in relaxed from day one.
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Soft landing
3 - 4 months
The first few weeks are usually the hardest. A new country, a new system, and a lot that has to be organized all at once. We take care of the basics early on: finding accommodation, arrival support, and onboarding, so that the talent can settle in relaxed from day one.
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Long-term support
2+ years
Placement is not the finish line. Challenges often only become apparent months later. That is why we stay in close contact with both sides and step in early when things get stuck. This ongoing presence turns a hiring decision into a long-term employment relationship.
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Long-term support
2+ years
Placement is not the finish line. Challenges often only become apparent months later. That is why we stay in close contact with both sides and step in early when things get stuck. This ongoing presence turns a hiring decision into a long-term employment relationship.
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Long-term support
2+ years
Placement is not the finish line. Challenges often only become apparent months later. That is why we stay in close contact with both sides and step in early when things get stuck. This ongoing presence turns a hiring decision into a long-term employment relationship.
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Why Vietnam stands out
Vietnam has close to 100 million people, with a median age of 33. A large share of graduates remains underused in the local market.
In Germany, the outcomes are consistent. Vietnamese apprentices leave less often, around 22.7%, compared to 28.1% for German trainees and close to 38% across other international groups. Completion and exam performance are also strong, approaching the German level.
Over time, that difference shows in workforce stability. Fewer early exits, fewer replacements, and more predictable team continuity.
Our track record speaks for itself
These aren't just numbers, they represent real people who trusted us with their dreams and are now thriving in Germany.
96%
Retention Rate
Nearly twice the industry average after 6 months, proving the effectiveness of our preparation.
96%
Retention Rate
Nearly twice the industry average after 6 months, proving the effectiveness of our preparation.
30+
German Locations
Partnerships across major metropolitan areas and key regional hubs.
30+
German Locations
Partnerships across major metropolitan areas and key regional hubs.
8
Language School Partners
Certified institutions delivering genuine language proficiency, not just certificates.
8
Language School Partners
Certified institutions delivering genuine language proficiency, not just certificates.
35+
Employer Partners
Established companies committed to fair mobility and sustainable cultural integration.
35+
Employer Partners
Established companies committed to fair mobility and sustainable cultural integration.
Alma in the Media
Alma in the Media
Alma in the Media
Press features and media coverage on fair migration and our role in it.
Feb 2, 2026
Tien Nguyen in an interview with Der Freie Zahnarzt, Germany's leading dental magazine
Alma Recruiting featured in Der Freie Zahnarzt, Germany’s leading dental magazine — co-founder Tien Nguyen in an interview about the shortage of skilled workers in dentistry
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Feb 2, 2026
Tien Nguyen in an interview with Der Freie Zahnarzt, Germany's leading dental magazine
Alma Recruiting featured in Der Freie Zahnarzt, Germany’s leading dental magazine — co-founder Tien Nguyen in an interview about the shortage of skilled workers in dentistry
Read more →
Oct 23, 2025
Vietnamese trainees abscond from German schools, slip into criminal world
Co-founder Tien Nguyen in Nikkei Asia on the growing crisis of Vietnamese trainee dropouts in Germany and what drove Alma's founders to build a better system.
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Oct 23, 2025
Vietnamese trainees abscond from German schools, slip into criminal world
Co-founder Tien Nguyen in Nikkei Asia on the growing crisis of Vietnamese trainee dropouts in Germany and what drove Alma's founders to build a better system.
Read more →
Jan 2, 2026
For Vietnam’s young people, Germany’s favoured vocational path is fraught with greedy middlemen
Alma co-founder Tien Nguyen speaks to The Straits Times about protecting Vietnamese students from exploitative recruitment practices.
Read more →
Jan 2, 2026
For Vietnam’s young people, Germany’s favoured vocational path is fraught with greedy middlemen
Alma co-founder Tien Nguyen speaks to The Straits Times about protecting Vietnamese students from exploitative recruitment practices.
Read more →
How can we help?
Whether your building a stable team or preparing for a carreer abroad, we offer a structured and fair way to begin.
How can we help?
Whether your building a stable team or preparing for a carreer abroad, we offer a structured and fair way to begin.
How can we help?
Whether your building a stable team or preparing for a carreer abroad, we offer a structured and fair way to begin.
Empowering people,
strengthening industries
©2026 Alma Recruiting GmbH. All rights reserved.
Empowering people,
strengthening industries
©2026 Alma Recruiting GmbH. All rights reserved.
Empowering people,
strengthening industries
©2026 Alma Recruiting GmbH. All rights reserved.
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