What does a recruiter do?

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What does a recruiter do?

Posted on 26 March 2024

As a specialist recruiter for the Plant Hire, Specialist Equipment Hire, Tool Hire, Builders Merchants, Capital Equipment Sales, Waste, Commercial Vehicles industries, we play a pivotal role in connecting businesses with the right talent. Let’s delve into what recruiters ‘actually do’.

Understanding Your Needs

A specialist recruiter that is involved within your industry, will already have a great idea of how your business operates. It will be down to them to understand the intricacies of your company and the roles you are recruiting for so they can offer a fair solution and great quality candidates inline with what is discussed.

Comprehensive Candidate Search

Advertising: Some agencies rely solely on advertising their jobs and receiving applications for your job. This is never the best way to establish who is currently looking for work due to the amount of ‘passive candidates’ who may not be actively searching for a new role, you will never truly understand the best possible talent if you relied on adverts only however for some agencies this concept may work, others may take more of a headhunt approach.

Advanced Technology: Recruiters employ cutting-edge technology to conduct multiple types of searches across job boards. This ensures they identify the most suitable candidates for your role.

National Database: Recruiters will have access to an unprecedented national database of thousands of candidates, they cast a wide net to find the perfect match.

Efficient Screening and Interviewing

Telephone Interviews: Before sending any CVs your way, recruiters conduct thorough telephone interviews with all candidates. Your account manager will extract valuable insights to ensure they are the right fit.

Timely Turnaround: Recruiters will aim to provide you with CVs within 24-48 hours of receiving the role.

Scheduling Interviews: Given that candidates are often available for a limited time, your dedicated account manager will strongly recommend scheduling interviews within 24 hours of receiving candidate CVs.

Facilitating the Hiring Process

Interview Coordination: During initial discussions, recruiters will gather interview dates from you. This allows recruiters to promptly book candidates for interviews.

Second Interviews: If needed, recruiters will assist in arranging second interviews for shortlisted candidates.

Offer Management: Upon successful introduction, simply inform us of your desire to make an offer. Once all the paperwork has been dealt with the candidate will join your company on the agreed start date.

Remember, our expertise lies in understanding the nuances of the plant hire, tool hire, and construction equipment industries. By partnering with us, you gain a competitive advantage in securing top talent for your business.

Contact the office today on 01933 665 115 for more information on our recruitment process

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