Finding the right Recruitment Consultant to assist you find a new job is one of the best resources you can have on your side, not only to put you in touch with the latest and best jobs, which should suit you, but also to take a lot of the leg work out of looking for and applying for roles.
The best way to select a good recruitment consultancy to help you is through recommendation, if a friend or colleague in a similar area of work to you is prepared to recommend a recruiter, then they should be able to do the same for you. Good testimonials are essential to give you the confidence to work with them.
Alternatively :
- Choose a selection of recruiters from trade press who are advertising relevant jobs in relevant industries to where you want to work.
- Recruiters who are REC accredited will work to approved standards of practice and their REC Membership demonstrates a commitment to these standards. Always look for the REC Logo.
- The most important guide is how you are treated, look for helpful Consultants who can support their claims.
- It is always worth calling a Recruitment Consultant before you send your CV. Discuss your objectives and ensure you are targeting the right people to work on your behalf.
- Regular and open communication with your Recruitment Consultant should determine their effectiveness and how successful they are being on your behalf.
- If you have sent them your details and they wish to put you forward to their clients, unless they are working on confidential assignments, they should advise you where your CV is being sent to.
- Regular updates should include which clients are interested in your CV and which do not have suitable opportunities.
- A good Recruitment Consultant will have your best interests and objectives at heart and should be patient whilst you make potentially life-changing decisions.