In this power-packed episode of RecTalk, Nitin Sharma sits down with Francis Larson, CEO and founder of Ascen, a global Employer of Record provider revolutionizing how UK recruitment businesses expand into the US.

From breaking down what an Employer of Record actually does to sharing battle-tested insights on how UK recruiters are thriving across the pond—even amidst unpredictable tariff policies—Francis brings clarity, candor, and a global perspective to your recruitment game plan.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why UK recruiters are way better than they realize

• The truth about US market entry—boots on the ground or not?

• How tariffs and political uncertainty are shaping staffing trends

• Why niche, speed, and client service matter more than ever

• How Ascen helps recruitment agencies scale in the US without the red tape

• The death of AI spam and rise of real connection in business dev

Who This Episode is For:

• UK recruitment agency owners eyeing US expansion

• Recruiters fed up with procurement rabbit holes and ready for real results

• Staffing leaders exploring Employer of Record solutions

• Sales and BD pros looking for an edge in an AI-noisy world

🔗 Connect with Francis Larson:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francislarson/

Learn more about Ascen: https://ascen.com/

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RecCircle – the fastest growing community for recruitment founders and industry pros. From exclusive events to peer support, RecCircle has your back.

https://www.reccircle.co.uk/

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👋 Stay Connected with Nitin Sharma:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nitin-rectools/

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