Looking for a new job can be exciting, but it can also be time-consuming and, at times, pretty stressful. Searching through job boards, submitting applications, chasing feedback and trying to work out whether a role is actually right for you can quickly start to feel like a full-time job in itself.
That’s where working with a recruitment agency can really help.
We get to know you – not just your CV
When you apply directly for a role, the hiring manager will often see your CV before they know anything else about you. A recruiter could get to know the person behind it.
Through phone calls, meetings and regular conversations, we can understand your experience, personality, motivations and what you actually want from your next move. This means that when we introduce you to a client, we can explain why we think you would be a great fit rather than simply forwarding your CV and hoping for the best.
One conversation can open the door to multiple opportunities
Rather than applying for individual vacancies over and over again, registering with a recruitment agency gives you access to a wider range of opportunities.
We are speaking to businesses every day and often know about vacancies before they are widely advertised. It means your job search isn't limited to the roles you happen to find online.
We can focus on the jobs you actually want
Finding a job and finding the right job are two very different things.
A good recruiter will understand what is important to you. That might be salary, location, hybrid working, progression or simply finding a team where you feel you will thrive.
We can then focus your search around those priorities instead of sending you vacancies that don't match what you're looking for.
We can negotiate on your behalf
Talking about salary, benefits, flexibility or working arrangements with a potential employer isn't always easy – particularly when you really want the job!
As your recruiter, we can have those conversations on your behalf. We already understand what you're looking for and can discuss salary, benefits, start dates, working arrangements and other important details with the employer.
It takes some of the awkwardness out of negotiating and helps make sure both sides know what they are agreeing to.
We take some of the stress out of job hunting
Searching for a new role can involve a lot of work. When you have a recruiter supporting you, you don't have to do everything yourself.
We can search for suitable opportunities, speak to employers, arrange interviews, provide interview preparation, gather feedback and help you through the offer process.
Of course, there is still one very important bit we can't do for you – you have to turn up to the interview!
Ultimately, working with a recruitment agency means having someone in your corner throughout your job search. We can help you understand the market, identify opportunities you may not have considered and make sure that when the right role comes along, you are in the best possible position to secure it.