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Find top recruitment and staffing agencies in Slovakia. Whether you're looking for specialized talent or general hiring support, explore experienced recruitment firms that understand the local market and can help you build the perfect team.

Slovakia's

Economic indicators

61

World ranked

Slovakia ranks 61 in the world by current economic output

$132.8bn

Nominal GDP (US$)

GDP reflects the overall size and economic strength of the country's economy.

37

EMEA ranked

Slovakia is ranked 37 in EMEA by economic output in the region

GDP growth (%)

GDP growth explained

The chart compares how GDP has grown for Slovakia, its region, and the world over the last seven years. Positive growth indicates an expanding economy; negative growth may signal contraction and affect hiring activity.

3.6%

Current rate

▼ 7.4% reduction

Inflation represents the rate at which prices rise and purchasing power diminishes. High inflation may prompt employees to seek higher wages, potentially impacting company profitability and hiring strategies.

Slovakia's inflation rate

34 weeks

Maternity leave

Maternity Leave: 34 weeks at 75% pay; max 55.87/day. No extension. Paternity Leave: 2 weeks at 75% pay; optional extra 26 weeks. Parental Leave: 3 years, 275.90/month. No extension.

52 weeks

Sick leave

Employees can take up to 52 weeks of paid sick leave. For 1-3 days, they receive 25% of their salary from the employer. From 4 days, pay increases to 55% from the employer up to 10 days, then from social security after 11 days.

Cost of living

Cost of living index explained

The cost of living has a direct impact on salary expectations and the competitiveness of compensation packages. It can influence the appeal of certain locations for both employers and candidates.

Slovakia's

Labor market

Slovakia vs world population age distribution

5.4m

Population

Slovakia has a population of about 5.4m. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.

15 days

Minimum annual holidays

Minimum annual holidays reflect mandated leave. Hiring in countries with high allowances (over 25 days) may require emphasizing work-life balance when recruiting.

34 hrs

Average working full time week

Standard work hours are 8/day and 40/week, Monday-Friday. Overtime isn't required to be paid, can be part of salary or compensated with leave. Hours beyond standard are overtime.

5.8%

Current percentage

▼ 0.3% reduction

Slovakia has an unhealthy unemployment rate, suggesting there may be some economic or structural challenges . Between 2022 and 2023, there was a small decrease in unemployment, suggesting continued economic stability with a slight improvement in job availability

Unemployment rate

Slovakia's

Top performing companies and industries

Top industries

  • automobiles
  • metal and metal products
  • machinery

Ratio of males to females (by age)

67 / 56

Male

In Slovakia there is a medium gap in participation rates between males and females, indicating moderate inequality with some progress towards gender parity.

Slovakia's

Religion and ethnicity

Religion

In religiously diverse countries, a broad sourcing and engagement approach whilst appealing to inclusive practices resonates with this candidate market. In homogeneous environments, understanding dominant cultural norms is often more important when engaging with talent.

Ethnicity

In ethnically diverse countries, there may be a greater variety of candidates with different cultural backgrounds. Employers may need to focus more on inclusive hiring practices to attract talent from across different ethnic groups.