Seeking Insights on Recruiting Across EMEA and APAC

Hello everyone,

I’m reaching out for guidance from those who have experience in recruiting for different regions, specifically EMEA versus APAC.

To give you a brief background: I currently handle Talent Acquisition for EMEA and have recently been asked to also take on APAC, with a focus primarily on Australia. I’ll be recruiting mainly for software engineering and product roles, which are quite similar to the positions I manage in EMEA. However, I know very little about the work culture in Australia and how things operate there.

I have a few questions:
– Are there significant differences in the hiring processes between EMEA and APAC? What about lifestyle, work ethics, and overall vision?
– How do you manage the time zone differences during interviews and other practical aspects?
– Do you travel frequently between these regions, or do you primarily focus on one area?

I appreciate any insights or advice you can share!

Thank you in advance! 🙏