Open a Recruitment Company in Kazakhstan

It is possible to open a recruitment company in Kazakhstan as a local or foreign investor. Our consultants, who have an in-depth legal expertise in registering companies in this country, can assist investors in any formality that is involved in the registration of a company in this industry.

What is a recruitment company?

A recruitment company refers to a legal entity that has as a main object of activity the recruitment of employees for other companies, based on the requirements presented by their clients. The recruitment procedures can be made for local employers or for foreigners.

How can I incorporate a recruitment company in Kazakhstan?

The incorporation of this legal entity follows the same legal steps and procedures that must be respected for all companies registered here, regardless of the industry in which they will operate. In the list below, our specialists present some of the most important aspects to be taken into account:

1. selecting a legal entity;
2. selecting a suitable trade name, which must be unique at a national level and which must comply with other specific requirements;
3. finding a suitable location to be assigned as a registered address;
4. preparing the registration file, containing the documentation imposed by law in accordance with the selected legal entity and the field of operations;
5. obtaining a business number;
6. opening a corporate bank account;
7. paying the state registration fees;
8. registering with other competent authorities.

What legal entities should I choose for my recruitment company?

When starting a company in Kazakhstan, investors can opt for companies that have separate legal personality from the founders, as the founders and the companies will be treated as 2 separate entities (in that way, they can’t be legally held responsible for the company’s debts and other corporate issues). In this sense, the most recommended options are:

1. the limited liability partnership;
2. the joint stock company.

How many founders are necessary for a company in Kazakhstan?

In order to open a company in Kazakhstan, only 1 shareholder is necessary (corporate or individuals).

Do shareholders need to be residents of Kazakhstan?

No. There aren’t any requirements concerning this matter.

What types of activities can a recruitment company undertake?

There are various types of activities that can be carried out by recruitment companies. Some of these are:

1. entry level recruitment;
2. middle management recruitment;
3. outsourcing;
4. providing assistance to employees who have been dismissed from their jobs;
5. conducting labor market research as per the requests of the clients;
6. assessment of applicants;
7. trainings, etc;
8. recruitment companies can also be specialized in recruiting employees working in certain industries.

Do recruitment companies need a website?

Nowadays, having a website that connects the employees with the employers is crucial in running a business in this industry. The website is necessary to increase the company’s online presence, but also to speed up the recruitment process. In general, a recruitment website will provide the following advantages:

1. it will list the available job opportunities that the clients of the recruitment company have;
2. it will provide all the necessary details on each job opportunity (in accordance with the information provided by the employers);
3. candidates can use the job search tools to filter the job opportunities in accordance with their field of interest and abilities;
4. the site is also a platform where candidates can upload their CVs, etc.

We invite you to contact our team of specialists in company formation in Kazakhstan for more details on the registration of a recruitment agency. Please refer to us if you want to learn more on the tax obligations you will have while running this business activity.