National growth, internationally organized.

People21 connects companies with international employees: from recruitment to housing and transport, fully managed. A think tank and implementer, with thirty years of industry knowledge.

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Our expertise

More than staffing. Knowledge partner.

People21 is both a think tank and an implementer in the staffing industry. We combine recruitment and on-the-job guidance with sector knowledge and data: from practical insights for municipalities to personal support for every employee.

Thought leadership

Insights for our partners

Whether it concerns HR issues, pressure on residential areas, or a completely redesigned personnel policy, we provide the data that policymakers, municipalities, and partners are looking for and offer solutions that work in both theory and practice.

Recruitment & guidance

Personal placement

We recruit at scale and provide guidance on a personal level. We ensure a good start and remain involved, even after someone has started working.

Housing

SNF-certified living

2,772 certified beds throughout the Netherlands. Housing and work well-organized—that is what makes the difference in satisfaction.

Sector partnership

Become a partner of People21

Structural collaboration, not a one-off contract. For municipalities, industry organizations, and employers who want to build well-organized international employment in Europe.

Academy

Development & growth

Whether it is learning Dutch or growing within a role at a partner company, we support every step.

Knowledge base & publications

Grow with
our knowledge articles

Why the staffing industry cannot function without data

A plea for radical transparency. We are starting with ourselves — an open letter to the sector.

What 1,200 temporary workers taught us about language barriers

Results of our annual study on the impact of language on satisfaction and career growth.

EU Labor Market 2025: Trends and Challenges for Dutch Employers

An analysis of cross-border labor mobility, shortages per sector, and the implications for municipal and national policy.
“People21 has proven to be a committed and reliable partner for us. They provide high-quality employees who add value immediately and actively contribute ideas to our organization. Thanks to their flexibility and short lines of communication, we can act quickly and keep our processes running optimally. A collaboration that truly contributes to our performance and growth.”
Piet van der Wel
Board Member, Schenkeveld
“We experience the collaboration with People21 as pleasant and reliable. The employees who work for us through People21 are motivated, professional, and integrate quickly into our organization. People21 distinguishes itself through short lines of communication, clear messaging, and proactive problem-solving. Thanks to this partnership, we are flexible and assured of quality. We certainly recommend People21 as a collaborative partner.”
Mohamed Amouch
Head of HR, F. Wellink Lekkerkerk B.V.
“With People21, we have built a partnership we can truly rely on. The contact is personal, they act quickly, and they always think along with us for solutions. The people working for us through People21 fit well within our team and bring a great energy. It is precisely that commitment and the feeling that they go the extra mile that makes People21 a pleasant partner for us to work with.”
Human Resource Management
Compaxo

Impact in figures

Results that are transparent

We publish our data publicly. Not because we have
to, but because transparency should be the norm
in our industry.

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one mission

Two sides of the same movement

Whether you are looking for people for your organization or looking for work yourself: at People21, you start with a conversation, not a form.

Expertise, insights & collaboration

A knowledge partner at the table for personnel issues: from recruitment to housing and transport.

Work, live & grow in the Netherlands

Work, housing, and transport arranged from day one, with personal guidance in your own language.

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a question?

The most frequently asked questions about collaborating,
working, and living through People21.

Organizations What distinguishes People21 from other staffing agencies?

People21 combines operational execution with strategic knowledge sharing. We publish public data on compliance, satisfaction, and impact — and actively contribute to policies regarding labor migration.

People21 combines operational execution with strategic knowledge sharing. We publish public data on compliance, satisfaction, and impact — and actively contribute to policies regarding labor migration.

People21 combines operational execution with strategic knowledge sharing. We publish public data on compliance, satisfaction, and impact — and actively contribute to policies regarding labor migration.

People21 combines operational execution with strategic knowledge sharing. We publish public data on compliance, satisfaction, and impact — and actively contribute to policies regarding labor migration.

People21 combines operational execution with strategic knowledge sharing. We publish public data on compliance, satisfaction, and impact — and actively contribute to policies regarding labor migration.

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Ready for the next step?

Whether you are an organization looking for a knowledge partner or a candidate who wants to work and live through People21, we are here for you.