In international business, organizations often find that they need an in-country labor source for professional and technical skills. In-country staffing is frequently essential for in-country success. Apart from the significant operational advantages of using local staff - lower labor costs, compliance with local regulatory requirements, and access to talented people who are eager to work - it is very expensive and often impractical to staff a project with expatriate workers.

In such difficult areas as the Former Soviet Union, where labor markets are still evolving, finding the right people for your organization can be a major challenge. Qualifications, education and labor standards often vary from western expectations; local health, safety and regulatory codes are arcane; and human resources screening can be a source of considerable risk.

At TMC, we have successfully employed thousands of local nationals in regions as diverse as Russia, Eastern Europe, and Southeast, Southwest and Central Asia. We understand how to screen, hire, manage and retain employees who are well-trained, competent, and hard-working. As your pathfinder through unfamiliar countries, we can put this knowledge and experience to work for you.

We are legally registered in the countries where we operate, giving us both a competitive edge and a thorough understanding of local customs and practices. Because we have provided all staffing for the project to clean up the Chernobyl nuclear reactor site, both the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the U.S. Trade and Development Administration (USTDA) have recognized us as Subject Matter Experts in such specialized topics as Ukrainian health, saftey and labor codes.

Our in-country managers hold large databases of people in such areas as engineering, the sciences, and construction work. We have access to other databases as well.We understand local labor laws, and we can both administer your payroll and provide you with a liability shield. We have researched local labor markets, so we can negotiate compensation to help you minimize the costs for success. This translates to employee retention and low operating costs.

We can document and appraise performance, resolve disputes, and, if necessary, terminate employment contracts for people who do not meet your requirements or expectations.