We identify top-tier STEM talent in the market, so our clients can remain at the cutting edge of industry 4.0.

Our brands, Xcede and EarthStream cover the core priorities necessary for any business at the forefront of the new economy, including how to store, secure and utilise data; how to automate your processes; and how to source or generate power.

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Our pedigree of experience combined with our longevity in the market also means we can make unique contributions to the verticals we recruit across. From networking events to webinars, Xcede has a track record of delivering prominent events where major household brands come to speak, and top industry talent comes to listen.

We host virtual and in-person events throughout the year with (and for) our client and candidate network to support their career growth and connect them with likeminded professionals from across their sectors. Past events have included major household names such as Gousto, Deliveroo, Spotify, Monzo and Cazoo.

We take great pride in providing our clients and candidates with a highly esteemed level of customer service, from our transparent and consistent communication to our commitment to excellence across everything we do.

We are proud to have been awarded the Feefo Trusted Service Award for the second year running in 2020. The Trusted Service award is rooted in genuine reviews and insights. As it is based purely on interactions with real customers, this highly respected badge of approval remains unique. All Xcede reviews must be verified as genuine, and in turn, the accreditation is an honest reflection of Xcede’s ongoing commitment to excellent service.

See what our candidates have to say about our stellar service via Feefo, an objective measure of our esteemed level of customer service.

Through our journey we will address barriers to equality and promote diversity and inclusion so each of our global offices reflects their diverse local communities. We will use our expertise to champion best practices, in supporting our clients to encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles with confidence.

We Are Data Privacy Experts

As part of the Xcede Group, Xcede is fully compliant with all aspects of data privacy legislations, from GDPR in the UK, to current regulations in the DACH region and beyond. The Xcede Group will process your personal information in accordance with all applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018).

We understand the importance of securely collecting and storing client and candidate data. You can explore our data privacy policy in full here.

FAQs

What Is an AÜG License?

The AÜG licence is the legal requirement for hiring out employees to other companies in Germany. Companies that have an AÜG licence are regularly audited by the Employment Agency. The content of these audits is the legal conformity and whether the companies deal fairly with their temporary workers.

What are the benefits to you?

Compliance is guaranteed. We are experienced in working on German projects to deliver external resources outside of AÜG. We work with true freelancers working outside of client control to deliver critical programmes of work, as well as clients to ensure proper clarification around tax needs, worker classification, and ensure compliance with our candidates including necessary work permits, insurances and any other client requirements are adhered to.

Why Have an AÜG License?

The possession of such a licence is not yet a sign of quality - it is limited in time and the company is audited annually until the employment agency deems the company to be so reliable and fair that an unlimited AÜG licence is granted.

What Is A “True Freelancer”?

A true freelancer is an independent contractor and must not be integrated into the corporate structure of either the client or the intermediary company. They create their own invoices, are never bound by instructions and are free to choose when and where they carry out their work.

What are the Risks of Worker Misclassification?

If these conditions are not met, it is a case of bogus self-employment with the consequence that a bogus freelancer has entered into an employment contract with the client and the social security contributions and taxes must be paid retroactively by the client (not by the freelancer), depending on the duration of the assignment. You could also be at risk of a€500,000 fine.

When it comes to the subsequent payment of social security contributions, even in the case of a limited liability company - in the event of the company's insolvency - the managing director is liable with his private assets.