Who We Are

We are determined to play our part in changing the world of work for the better, enabling lifelong, sustainable employability for individuals and empowering organisations to optimise their workforce.

This is how we make the future work for everyone and it's the purpose that drives everything we do.

About The Adecco Group

The Adecco Group, based in Zurich, Switzerland, is the world s leading HR solutions provider, partnering with over 100,000 organizations. With our 360 service offering, we provide a one stop shop for all HR related needs to global talents and enterprises. Our comprehensive solutions include permanent recruitment, flexible placement, outsourcing, diversity and inclusion, career transition, talent development, and HR advisor. 

We take pride as being a Fortune 500 multinational company. We are driven by a powerful purpose to make the future work for everyone, enabling sustainable, lifelong employability for individuals and empowering organizations to optimize their talent needs and organizational models.

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countries

3,800

branches

660,000+

people on assignment

100,000+

clients

Where we started

From the beginning, we’ve believed in a world of work where everyone — regardless of background, education, or experience — has the opportunity to thrive. We envisioned a future where meaningful work is not a privilege, but a possibility for all.

Driven by this vision, we’ve remained committed to delivering innovative staffing solutions worldwide, earning our place as one of the global leaders in the human resources industry.

1950 - 1970

In 1957, Adia is founded by Henri Lavanchy in Switzerland and quickly expanded to other markets by the 1960’s.
In 1964, Ecco is founded in France by Philippe Foriel-Destezet.

1970's

Over the course of the 1970’s, Adia went global, acquiring more than 85 companies in the process. Adia also listed on the Swiss Stock Exchange.

1980's

Ecco becomes France’s market leader. Adia continues to take huge leaps into new markets and saw sales top $1bn, becoming the European leader of temporary staffing.

1990's

Ecco’s sales reaches number 2 globally, beating out Adia.
In 1996. Adia and Ecco join forces, becoming Adecco, and place more than 250,000 people a day.

2000's

Adecco continues to expand and becomes America’s largest recruitment company with revenue topping $11.6bn. Adecco creates three distinct business units to serve different needs of the market.

2010's and beyond

Adecco continues acquiring leading recruitment companies as well as numerous technology-enabled training and recruitment platforms including QAPA, Vettery, General Assembly, and Hired.

Adecco Hong Kong & Macau

Established in 1986, we are a leading recruitment agency with a global reach, providing job seekers and employers with expert staffing solutions across various industries. With a dedicated local team, we connect individuals to temporary and permanent positions, helping them secure rewarding careers with top employers. 

Every year in Hong Kong alone, we help thousands of people get into exciting new careers. At any given time, we have over 3,000+ associates working for us and each year we place more than 500 people into full time permanent roles. 

With our global expertise and a dedicated team of over 150 professionals, we deliver tailored HR solutions that drive success and growth for both organisations and individuals alike.

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