The United Kingdom leads Europe in the number of employment placement agencies, standing significantly higher than its peers. The growth trend witnessed in 2023 highlights Spain's remarkable expansion, recording the highest increase in agencies, while Romania and France show signs of contraction. Germany and Poland, prominent markets, display modest growth. Austria's impressive growth is notable, whereas Switzerland's numbers continue to decline. Smaller markets like Croatia and Malta exhibit surprising growth rates.
Future trends in the European employment placement agency sector include the continued expansion of digital platforms influencing traditional recruiting processes, and potential regulatory changes affecting cross-border placements. Watch for technological integration and economic factors influencing agency proliferation in emerging markets.
Top countries in Number of Enterprises of Employment Placement Agencies by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 21,440 | 2023 | +3.85% | +4.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 10,390 | 2023 | +4.45% | +5.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 4,400 | 2023 | +4.07% | +10.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 4,230 | 2023 | +3.63% | +2.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 4,060 | 2023 | +2.76% | +2.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 2,470 | 2023 | +3.38% | +4.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 1,520 | 2023 | +4.89% | +1.82% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 1,450 | 2023 | +2.89% | +3.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 1,140 | 2023 | -0.78% | -1.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 909 | 2023 | -5.54% | -2.29% | View data |
