Post date: Mar14,2023 2:3:23 PM
A Recruitment Agency is an external agency hired by a company to source candidates to fill a job vacancy. Companies save time and money by hiring a recruitment agency to aid in the hiring process. However, choosing the wrong agency can lead to the hiring of a wrong candidate which would cost the company a lot of money to fix.
In this article, we will discuss tips to choose the right recruitment agency using the automotive and construction sectors as examples. First, you must understand how recruitment agencies work.
How do recruitment agencies work?
First, the agency receives a job description from the organization having an open position. This includes the skill and personality requirement of the candidate. After receiving the job requirement and going through it in detail, the agency shortlists candidates by looking through CVs and resumes of the candidates that are the best fit for the job requirements. Once the agency selects the candidates, they conduct screening tests and interviews before coordinating an interview between the company and the candidate.
Tips to consider when choosing a recruitment agency
1.Identify where their interest
Most agencies sound friendly and engaged because they need quality candidates, but are they really interested in you? If a construction or automotive recruitment agency simply asks to send in your CV then you will know that they do not care about what you want. An agency who cares should be able to form a relationship with you by initiating a conversation.
2.Ratings and reviews
Find out what people are saying about the construction recruitment agency you are considering. There will be online reviews from candidates, but also try to get the perspective of their client. Find out what companies they have worked with from their social media page, and check if there are any professional recommendations. This is an extra step but is important as you are putting your career in their hands.
3.Do they offer the kind of work you want?
An automotive recruitment agency will have a lot of positions to fill quickly. When you view these positions, decide if this is what you want. While it is good that there's work waiting for you, it is useless if the work does not suit your interests. A recruitment agency should be putting your interests first, by looking for roles that will provide new challenges, or offer new opportunities to develop your CV.
4.Support offered
The recruitment agency you choose should be able to provide you with support if you need it. This includes revising and proofreading resumes and conducting mock interviews. They should be able to give you constructive feedback on your performance so that you can improve for your next interview. Some agencies even conduct salary negotiations with the client company to obtain the best package for you.
6.Industry expertise
A construction recruitment agency needs to understand the industry they are recruiting to find the most suitable candidates. If they don't appear to understand the professional terminology you use, or they're not aware of recent developments in your sector, then it is obvious that they are not experts.
Final thoughts
The most important thing to remember is to choose your recruitment agency carefully. Don't just settle on the first one that comes along, and always be prepared to leave the agency if you feel that they are not providing you with the support and opportunities you need.