CASTRIES, St. Lucia, CMC – The St. Lucia authorities says it expects not less than 1,000 new jobs to be out there because the US-based KM² Options introduced plans to increase its nearshore outsourcing companies operations right here.
The federal government mentioned that building is underway at Orange Grove Plaza, north of right here, the place KM² Options is growing a state-of-the-art, 40,000 sq. ft. contact middle facility. As soon as accomplished, the power will function 850 workstations, coaching rooms, convention areas, a cafeteria, and extra, with the capability to generate over 1,000 new jobs, significantly for St. Lucia’s younger and gifted workforce.
“This newest growth brings KM²’s whole workforce capability in Saint Lucia to 2,500 workers throughout three areas,” mentioned the federal government.
KM² Options senior vice chairman, Jap Caribbean Operations, Marvin Bartholomew, mentioned, “This growth is a direct results of the distinctive expertise and dedication we proceed to see right here in St. Lucia.
“We’re proud to deepen our roots and supply much more alternatives to the native workforce,” he added.
The federal government mentioned that this growth instantly aligns with its “continued efforts to create high-quality, sustainable jobs for St. Lucians, particularly youth getting into the workforce. With the primary section anticipated to launch in August, KM² will start hiring for 300 new positions, additional lowering youth unemployment and boosting the nationwide financial system.
“St. Lucia has performed a foundational function in our journey. Our continued funding here’s a reflection of each our confidence within the island’s folks and the belief our shoppers place in KM² to ship constant, high-quality service,” mentioned KM² Options president and chief govt officer, David Kreiss.
