Loyalty and commitment
Filipino workers are known for perseverance and loyalty to their employer – this translates into low turnover and a stable team.

English-speaking, verified workers from the Philippines for Ukrainian manufacturing, construction and logistics companies. We manage the entire process: candidate selection, verification of diplomas and work history, sworn translations, relocation and onboarding at your site – usually within 1–3 months.
Philippines · Southeast Asia
The Philippines has for decades been one of the world's largest exporters of labour – millions of Filipinos work legally in the UAE, Japan, Canada and Western Europe. For Ukrainian employers, this means access to candidates who understand the realities of an overseas contract, hold documented qualifications and speak English – the official and teaching language of the Philippines.
Recruitment from the Philippines follows a clear internal process: sourcing and pre-selection in the Philippines, interviews and optional practical trade tests, verification of TESDA certificates and work history, and sworn translations of diplomas and certificates. We manage the entire process from start to finish, so the company gets a single timeline, a manage the entire process from start to finish, so the company gets a single timeline, a single budget and a single coordinator.
1–3
months from contract to arrival
100%
legal employment and residence
5500+
workers recruited
20+
languages in customer service
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Filipino workers are known for perseverance and loyalty to their employer – this translates into low turnover and a stable team.
The Philippines is one of the largest English-speaking countries in Asia. Communication on the shop floor and in the office works from day one.
Many candidates hold higher or technical education and experience in construction, manufacturing and logistics.
A culture of cooperation and respect for supervisors makes it easier to integrate into Ukrainian organisational structures.
They adapt quickly to change, shift systems and new procedures – shortening onboarding time.
If a worker does not meet expectations during the probationary period, we provide a free replacement.
We run the process in five stages: contract signature, sourcing and pre-selection, interviews and verification, sworn translations and client approval, and relocation. Each stage has a clear timeline and a full set of documents – below we show step by step what happens, how long it takes and who covers the costs.
3–5 mo.
from contract to first day of work
5 stages
one coordinator manages the whole process
100%
compliance with our verification standards
Process stages
The process begins with signing the contract with Primework and confirming the agency fee, regardless of headcount.
Contract signature and quote
After signing the contractThe agency fee is confirmed once the contract with Primework is signed, regardless of the number of people needed.
Additional headcount – no extra setup fee
Order expansionIf you need more people or add further positions, we simply extend the recruitment plan. There is no extra setup charge.
We start from the job profile, not the CV. Initial candidate pre-screening and – on request – video calls or in-person interviews, before the shortlist is finalised.
Job profile and contract
Week 1–2Scope of duties, required certificates, pay, shift pattern and accommodation. The contract is drafted from the outset in clear, agreed terms.
Pre-screening in the Philippines
Week 2–4Local partners verify CVs, references and TESDA certificates, and check the history of previous overseas contracts.
Pre-selection and candidate choice
Week 3–5We present a shortlist of profiles with recordings. The final choice belongs to the company. Video calls and in-person interviews are arranged on request; practical tests are a separately charged service.
Interviews and practical trade tests, verification of TESDA certificates and work history, medical checks, and sworn translations of diplomas and certificates.
Interviews and practical trade tests
Week 9–12Verification of qualifications and employment conditions. We organise video or in-person interviews and, on request, practical trade tests.
Contract terms review
Week 11–15The employment contract is reviewed to meet Philippine standards – including a ban on charging recruitment fees to the worker.
Medical checks and pre-departure preparation
Week 13–17Medical examinations at an accredited clinic and a pre-departure orientation covering life and work in Ukraine.
Final document preparation
Week 14–18Compiling sworn translations and completing the candidate's travel documents together with our local partner.
Presenting the shortlisted profiles for client approval – run in parallel with the Philippine track.
Compiling documentation
Week 3–4Company data, job description, employment terms and declarations, checked for completeness before client approval.
Client approval stage
Week 4–7Submitting the shortlisted profiles for client approval.
Decision: client approval
Week 4–12The client approves the final profiles. Typical decision time is 30–60 days.
Flights, transfer, accommodation, bank account and onboarding at the workplace – with a coordinator on both sides.
Tickets and transfer
Week 16–20Booking the flight from Manila, airport transfer and pickup of the group by an English-speaking coordinator.
Accommodation and registration
First weekAccommodation meeting sanitary requirements, address registration and opening a bank account.
Health and safety induction
First weekHealth and safety training and job instructions in English, assignment of a team supervisor and the first day of work.
Support and 90-day review
Month 1–3Basic Ukrainian language course, ongoing coordinator support and a review of the cooperation with the employer after three months.
Typical timeline
From contract to the first day of work – usually 1–3 months
Job profile and offer
01Candidate selection
02Verification and client approval
03Medical checks and document preparation
04Arrival and first day of work
05Cost of employment
Agency fee
EmployerSourcing, pre-selection, interviews, coordinator support and process management.
Sworn translations
EmployerSworn translation and verification of diplomas, certificates and employment records.
Medical checks and insurance
Employer / agencyMedical examinations at an accredited clinic and travel insurance for the candidate.
Flight and relocation
EmployerFlight ticket from Manila, airport transfer, initial accommodation and starter kit.
Onboarding
EmployerHealth and safety training, workstation instructions and coordinator support after arrival.
Practical tests (optional)
EmployerSkills tests organised on site in Manila at the employer's request – a separately charged service.
We do not quote a single price per worker – the budget depends on the position and headcount. However, it always consists of the same line items, making it possible to compare agency offers without hidden costs. We handle every stage on the employer's behalf, and everything is documented and reported.
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Recruitment partner in the Philippines

Recruitment in the Philippines is carried out by Praxis International Staffing and Management – our partner responsible for sourcing, pre-screening candidates, interviews and verification of qualifications.
praxisintl.com.phSelected photos from our work: arrivals, onboarding and day-to-day support for groups from the Philippines.
Where Filipino workers excel
Positions
These are most often roles requiring consistent quality, shift work and verified qualifications. TESDA certificates make it possible to verify skills even before the interview with the employer. Practical tests are a separately charged service – we organise them on site in Manila at the company's request.
Need a different profile? We also recruit from other countries in Asia, Africa and South America.
A comparison of typical differences in the process and candidate profile.
| Criterion | Philippines | Other countries |
|---|---|---|
| English proficiency | Very good – official language | Usually basic |
| Process duration | 1–3 months | 1–3 months |
| Turnover after 12 months | Low – long-term contracts | Higher, frequent employer changes |
| Professional certification | TESDA – a recognised qualification system | Varying levels of documentation |
| Selection process | Interviews, practical trade tests and client approval | Client approval |

Cultural integration
Filipino workers value close relationships, respect for authority and cooperation. A few simple measures make onboarding faster and help the team work cohesively.
Language barrier
Basic Ukrainian language courses, health and safety materials and job instructions in English, and pictograms on the shop floor.
Cultural differences
Training for Ukrainian supervisors (indirect communication, the importance of hierarchy) and orientation sessions for workers before departure.
Feeling of isolation
Group recruitment, an English-speaking team supervisor, support in staying in touch with family, and space to celebrate Filipino holidays.
Turnover and competition for people
A clear path for extending stay and promotion, a predictable schedule and a review of conditions after 6 and 12 months.
Quick answers to common questions about recruiting workers from the Philippines.

Give us a call – we will advise you on the best solution for your company.
Call usThe Philippines is one of the world's largest English-speaking labour markets and a country with a long tradition of overseas employment. Candidates are used to international standards, hold documented qualifications (TESDA certificates) and show low turnover – for an employer this means a shorter onboarding period and a stable team.
1) Needs analysis and job description, 2) initial pre-screening of candidates in the Philippines – verification of CVs, references and TESDA certificates (video calls with the employer and in-person interviews are available at the company's explicit request), 3) sworn translations and verification of diplomas and work history, 4) client approval of the final shortlist, 5) flights, airport transfer and accommodation, 6) arrival, registration and onboarding with a dedicated coordinator.
Realistically 1–3 months from signing the contract to the first day of work. The longest stages are sourcing and pre-selection, verification of diplomas and work history, and sworn translations. Timelines depend mainly on candidate availability and the pace of client approval.
The agency fee covers sourcing, pre-selection, interviews, verification of diplomas and work history, sworn translations and coordinator support, and is agreed once the contract is signed. If you need more workers or additional positions later, we simply extend the same recruitment plan – there is no extra setup charge.
Recruitment is carried out by Praxis International Staffing and Management – our partner in the Philippines. They are responsible for sourcing and pre-screening candidates, verifying TESDA certificates and work history, and preparing candidates for interviews and practical trade tests.
Sourcing and verification, client approval of the shortlisted candidates, an employment contract compliant with our standards, and after arrival registration and onboarding notifications. We compile and prepare these documents on your behalf.
The cost consists of the agency fee, flights and airport transfer, accommodation, onboarding, sworn translations, and medical checks and insurance. Philippine law prohibits charging recruitment fees to the worker, so these costs are borne by the employer. We present the exact budget in the offer before the process starts – with no hidden fees.
Our initial pre-screening is standard – we verify CVs, TESDA certificates and references, leaving the final candidate selection to the employer. Video interviews and in-person meetings are organised at the company's explicit request. Practical tests are a separately charged service – we organise them on site in Manila if the employer wishes.
Yes. English is an official and teaching language in the Philippines, so the vast majority of candidates communicate fluently. Health and safety instructions and on-the-job training can be delivered in English from day one, and we teach basic Ukrainian during onboarding.
Production and the food industry, logistics and warehousing, construction and finishing works, welding and metalworking, hospitality and catering, and care work. These are sectors where availability, shift work and consistent quality matter most.
Yes. Pay and other employment conditions match what is agreed in the contract and are transparent from the first quote
It is standard for accommodation to be provided by the employer or the agency. We arrange tickets, airport transfer, accommodation meeting sanitary requirements, registration and the first formalities (bank account).
During the agreed probationary period we provide a free replacement of the worker. Throughout the contract, one coordinator supports both the company and the worker, addressing issues before they lead to turnover.