Synergie, a Paris-based staffing firm with international operations, reported third-quarter revenue rose 9.2% with much of the growth occurring outside France. The firm has operations in Canada and ranks as one of the world’s largest staffing companies.

International activity now accounts for 53% of consolidated activity. The company, which operates a network of 710 agencies, stated that expansion outside of France continued at a strong pace over the first nine months of the year, up 18.0% to €996.1 million (US$1.15 billion), with net increases in its strongest regions: up 16.4 % in southern Europe and 6.9 % in the Benelux countries.

“In a more strained recruitment environment, Synergie maintained its solid positions both in France and internationally by optimizing its cross-sourcing offer and investing in training for both temporary and permanent employees,” Synergie stated.

Shares in Synergie fell 3.02% to €27.25 at the close of market today in Europe.