ANTAL INTERNATIONAL: HR SOLUTIONS THAT WORK


Vassil Pavlov, Managing Partner, combines ambition and expertise to deliver successful results

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Vassil Pavlov, Managing Partner at Antal International

In today's fast-paced world, understanding the trends and needs of the labour market has never been more important – for both companies and talent. Antal International is a trusted partner that helps every professional and organisation make the most of their situation and build a solid foundation for the future. The international company has been present in Bulgaria since 2005 and opened a new office in the country in 2023. The move was spearheaded by Vassil Pavlov, a professional with almost 20 years of experience in recruitment.

What are the main trends in the labour market today and what qualities should candidates and companies have in order to be successful?

The labour market has changed significantly in recent years. International companies are moving to more economically advantageous destinations such as India and Pakistan. Optimisation through AI-driven IT solutions has also led to downsizing in certain sectors. Demand is highest in the service and low-skilled sectors, but limited salary budgets often lead employers to recruit talent from third countries rather than from Bulgaria.

Since COVID, many people prefer flexible or remote working, while companies tend to bring employees back to the office – creating a disconnect. Younger candidates are looking for independence and often will not accept low salaries despite lack of experience. At the same time, there is a growing number of professionals returning from abroad who want to build a career in their home country.

To be successful, candidates should have a realistic understanding of their skills and whether they match the job requirements. It is important to be honest and transparent during the recruitment process. Clear motivation and a positive attitude are also key to success.

Employers should evaluate salary levels objectively and create a short and concise recruitment process that assesses both professional skills and personal qualities. Flexibility is also important, as the right candidate may not fit every requirement.

What attracted you to Antal International?

I was mainly attracted by the fact that Antal International is an agency with a 30-year history and a presence in more than 35 countries. Global best practices and the support of our headquarters enable us to operate successfully even in challenging economic conditions, such as the one in which we opened our new office in Bulgaria in 2023.

What were your goals when you joined Antal International?

One of our main goals is to build a network of trusted clients who recognise us as a reliable partner in talent acquisition. Over the past two years, we have gradually built this trust through successful projects and measurable results – proof of our professionalism, dedication and understanding of our partners' needs.

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Antal International: HR решения, които работят

Васил Павлов, управляващ партньор, съчетава амбиция и експертиза за успешни резултати

В динамичния свят, в който живеем, правилното разбиране за тенденциите и нуждите на пазара на работна ръка никога не е било толкова важно и за компаниите, и за талантите. Antal International е надежден партньор, който помага на всеки професионалист и организация да извлекат най-доброто от ситуацията, и да поставят бъдещето си на солидни основи. Международната компания присъства в България от 2005 г., а през 2023 г. откри нов офис в страната. Това стана под ръководството на Васил Павлов, професионалист с близо 20 години опит в сферата на рикрутмънта.

Кои са основните тенденции в пазара на труда днес и какви качества трябва да притежават кандидатите и компаниите, за да са успешни?

Пазарът на труда в България се промени значително в последните години. Международните компании се пренасочват към икономически по-изгодни дестинации като Индия и Пакистан. Оптимизацията чрез IT решения с изкуствен интелект също доведе до съкращения в някои сектори. Най-голямо е търсенето на кадри в обслужването и нискоквалифицирания труд, но ниските бюджети за заплати карат работодателите да наемат кадри от трети страни, а не от България.

След Ковид много хора предпочитат гъвкава или дистанционна работа, докато тенденцията е компаниите да връщат служителите в офисите, което създава разминаване. Младите кандидати търсят самостоятелност и често не приемат ниски възнаграждения, въпреки липсата на опит. Същевременно се увеличава броят на завърналите се от чужбина професионалисти, които търсят реализация в родината си.

За да бъдат успешни, кандидатите трябва да познават уменията си и да преценяват реално дали отговарят на изискванията в обявите за работа. Важно е да бъдат естествени и открити по време на процеса по подбор. Ясната мотивация и позитивната нагласа също са ключови за успеха.

Работодателите трябва да оценят обективно нивата на възнагражденията и да разработят кратък и прецизен процес по подбор, който да отчита както уменията, така и личните качества на кандидатите. Гъвкавостта също е важна, защото правилният кандидат не винаги покрива всички изисквания.

С какво Ви привлече Antal International?

Привлече ме основно това, че Antal International е агенция с 30-годишна история и присъствие в над 35 държави. Глобалните практики и подкрепата от централата ни осигуряват успешна работа дори в трудни икономически условия, в които стартирахме новия ни офис в България през 2023 г.

Какви цели си поставихте, когато се присъединихте към Antal International?

Една от основните ни цели е изграждане на мрежа от доверени клиенти, които ни разпознават като надежден партньор в намирането на таланти. Постепенното изграждане на доверие беше постигнато с успешни проекти и реални резултати през изминалите почти две години – гаранция за нашия професионализъм, ангажираност и разбиране на нуждите на нашите партньори.

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