Finding and screening experienced and talented candidates from scratch is a very grueling experience. This is because the process can potentially take up hundreds of hours of time. Researching, contacting potential candidates, and persuading candidates to consider your opportunity really adds up. Good news: these are all the primary functions and skills of professional recruitment companies. There are many reasons why companies may need to turn to a recruitment agency, and here are our three overarching categories:
Confidentiality is Needed
Many business deal with sensitive situations when it comes to staffing changes. An example of this is when an employee is underperforming. When this occurs, it’s better for the search and selection process to be done off-site. This keeps the situation confidential and professional, and will facilitate the exchange with a minimal amount of disruption. Furthermore, when dealing with company structure changes that aren’t yet public knowledge, turning to recruitment companies is the best strategy. This is because they help you begin the hiring process without disrupting office workflow.
Lack of Resources
Some businesses don’t have an internal HR team. If this is the case, it can become very difficult to manage the hiring process effectively. This also goes for when you are hiring in a brand new jurisdiction. When your company is expanding, you’ll be dealing with an entirely new pool of applicants. Local recruitment companies will manage the search and selection process for you. This choice ensures you are not missing anything, from compensation variances to perk expectations.
Recruitment Companies Have Experience and Expertise
Recruitment companies are a great source of second opinions. If you have a candidate in mind, they can help reaffirm your decision. This also goes for when you need to narrow down your selection from a small group. Recruitment companies will work with you to review all of the potential candidates that you are considering. Furthermore, they’ll be able to help you select the perfect new recruit for the job. Another reason companies turn to recruitment companies is due to previous non-success. This means that maybe your business has previously tried to fill a specific role, but the candidate didn’t quite work out. When the need arises again, perhaps it’s better to turn to a recruiter from the beginning.
If you find yourself in any of the above situations, or would like a second opinion, contact us. We’re always ready to help out with any and all staffing and recruitment needs.
Platinum Recruiting – November 2018
