Finding a job in Luxembourg from abroad is much easier when you know which recruiters actually place candidates in the Grand Duchy. Recruitment agencies act as the link between job seekers and employers, and in a market where about 74% of the workforce are foreign or cross-border workers, many of them are used to working with international candidates.
This guide covers 12 agencies operating in or recruiting for Luxembourg, what they are known for, and how to use them well. It also explains what agencies can and cannot do about visas, which is where many job seekers get confused.
What recruitment agencies can and cannot do for you
An agency usually works for the employer who hires it. It finds candidates for specific vacancies, so it can only help you when a client has an opening that matches your profile.
It cannot sponsor your visa. The employer decides whether to hire a non-EU candidate and supports the permit process. For highly qualified roles, the usual route is the EU Blue Card, where the minimum salary rose to €65,652 gross per year from 3 March 2026. Check the current figure on Guichet.lu before you continue.
As a rule of thumb, reputable agencies are paid by employers and do not charge candidates. If anyone asks you for money in exchange for a job, treat it as a scam.
The 12 agencies
1. Randstad Luxembourg
Randstad describes itself as a major player in HR services. Its Luxembourg site lists interim, permanent, temp-to-perm and temporary jobs, covering operational roles (construction, hospitality, industry, logistics, sales) and professional roles (finance and insurance, IT, marketing, HR, administrative support). It has offices in Esch-sur-Alzette, Strassen and Wiltz. Website: randstad.lu.
2. Manpower Luxembourg
Manpower Luxembourg says it supports candidates and companies with recruitment, temporary staffing and HR management, and that it has been established in Luxembourg since 1965. Its agency is in Hesperange, with consultants specialised by sector: finance, IT, construction, logistics, industry, hospitality and office work. It advertises permanent, fixed-term and temporary positions. Website: manpower.lu.
3. Gi Group Luxembourg
Gi Group Luxembourg offers temporary and permanent staffing, and its site also lists services such as professional staffing, recruitment process outsourcing and international mobility. It is part of Gi Group Holding and has an office in Luxembourg City. Check its job offers page for current openings. Website: lu.gigroup.com.
4. Transman International Consulting
Transman is a small recruitment and HR consulting firm. It describes itself as working in the international private sector, with offices in Germany, France, Luxembourg and Switzerland. Its listings on Moovijob have recently featured mainly finance and accounting roles, such as accountants and finance controllers. Website: transman-consulting.com.
5. Tessero Luxembourg (formerly Hays)
Hays Luxembourg now trades as Tessero, part of the Meraki group, according to its own site. Staff posts on LinkedIn describe the change as a rebrand after the acquisition by Meraki. The site says Tessero has served Luxembourg since 2005 and is best known for financial services (accounting, compliance, regulatory, audit and tax), alongside technology, business services, supply chain and construction. It offers permanent, contract and temporary recruitment, plus executive search. Website: tesserogroup.com/luxembourg.
6. Michael Page Luxembourg
Michael Page’s Luxembourg page is now part of its Belgian site (Michael Page BeLux), so michaelpage.lu redirects there. It says it specialises in banking and finance, finance, legal and tax, information technology, and sales and marketing, and that it is a member of FR2S, the Luxembourg recruiters’ federation. It describes finance, investment funds and tech profiles as key areas of demand. Website: michaelpage.lu.
7. Adecco Luxembourg
Adecco Luxembourg offers temporary and permanent placements as well as student jobs. Its site lists industries including construction, healthcare, IT, logistics, manufacturing, office administration and sales and marketing, and it says it has four branches in Luxembourg. Website: adecco.com/en-lu.
8. Robert Half Luxembourg
Robert Half describes itself as the world’s largest specialised talent solutions firm. Its Luxembourg site focuses on accounting and finance positions, such as accountants, business analysts and financial controllers. It also offers executive search, as well as permanent, interim and temporary staffing. Website: roberthalf.com/lu/en.
9. Austin Bright
Austin Bright is a Luxembourg-based specialist. Its website says it is dedicated to the finance, engineering and legal sectors, connecting lawyers, accountants, compliance and finance talent with law firms, funds, fintech and fiduciaries. Website: austinbright.lu.
10. Greenfield Luxembourg
Greenfield is a Luxembourg-founded recruitment and executive search firm. Its website says it has served the Luxembourg market since 2008 and works across banking and finance, funds and asset servicing, private equity, digital finance, technology and corporate sectors. Besides permanent recruitment, it offers executive search and interim services. Website: greenfield.lu.
11. Axis Luxembourg
Axis Group says it has been active in Luxembourg for about 20 years, and it is a member of the Federation for Recruitment, Search & Selection, according to Paperjam. Its Moovijob profile lists legal and compliance, finance and accountancy, human resources, and office management and marketing as its areas. Vacancies change often, so check its site for current openings. Website: axis.jobs.
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12. KR Recruitment Luxembourg
KR Recruitment says it specialises in Luxembourg recruitment and executive search, with a particular focus on funds, asset management and financial services. Candidates can search jobs by sector, including banking, finance, insurance, legal and IT. Confirm its current focus on its website. Website: krrecruitment.com.
Which agency suits which candidate?
| If you work in | Agencies to look at first |
|---|---|
| Finance, accounting, funds | Austin Bright, Greenfield, Robert Half, Michael Page, Transman |
| Legal and compliance | Austin Bright, Michael Page, KR Recruitment, Axis |
| IT and data | Tessero, Michael Page, Adecco, KR Recruitment |
| Engineering | Austin Bright, Tessero |
| Admin, office support and temp work | Randstad, Manpower, Adecco, Gi Group, Tessero |
This table is a starting point based on public descriptions. Agency focus changes, so always check each website.
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How to get the most from agencies
- Register with several agencies. Different agencies hold different vacancies, so spreading your profile increases your chances.
- Match the agency to your field. Specialist firms usually respond best to candidates who fit their sector closely.
- Tailor your CV. Keep it concise, state your languages clearly and highlight measurable results. French, German, English and Luxembourgish are all in common use.
- Say early if you need a work permit. Tell the recruiter your nationality and permit status so they can tell you whether the client can consider you.
- Know the salary rules. If you are aiming for an EU Blue Card, confirm the offer meets the current threshold.
- Also apply directly. Use employer career pages and job boards like Moovijob and ADEM alongside agencies.
- Follow up politely. A short message after a week or two keeps your profile visible.
Avoid scams
- Never pay a fee to anyone promising a guaranteed job or visa.
- Check that the email comes from the agency’s official domain, not a free email address.
- Verify vacancies on the agency’s own website.
- Be careful with job offers received only through social media messages.
- Ask for written terms before you share sensitive documents.
Final thoughts
Recruitment agencies are a useful channel, but they are one tool among several. They work best when you pick the right ones for your sector, apply directly where you can, and stay realistic about visa rules. Do your research, protect yourself from scams, and verify every immigration detail with official sources.
Agency focus areas, vacancies and visa rules change often. This article is general information, not legal or immigration advice. Always apply through official websites and verify current requirements on Guichet.lu.