Market mapping and talent pooling specialists Talent Works International (TWI) have continued their global expansion by opening their first office in the US.

The move is part of the firm’s continued drive to commit to supporting its clients’ businesses in identifying and engaging with the world’s leading talent, according to a statement released today.

The new office will open in Miami this week. The TWI statement said the Florida operation will be the first of a number of planned openings in the US.

Neil Purcell, TWI’s chief executive, said: “The opportunities here are fantastic for Talent Works… Miami is a fantastic location as it not only gives us the beginnings of a footprint in the States but also positions us well for South America, which has seen places like Brazil become one of the world’s leading emerging markets.

“We hope our move will create some great opportunities for the talent available in the region and if all goes to plan it will see us create 30 new job openings in the next 12 months for our office in Miami and further jobs being created with our planned expansion across the US.”

Purcell went on to say: “We continue to believe that direct sourcing is the way forward for companies around the world and our model is based 100% on helping businesses achieve this through our market mapping and talent pooling solutions.”

TWI has already made some initial hires in Miami, and Purcell said the company would be further strengthening the team there in the coming weeks.