5 Ways a Recruitment Agency Can Help
Lighthouse personnel was set up to provide an authentic, reliable service. People are at the heart of what we do, so we wanted to share with you how we can help.
Why should I use a recruitment agency?
Signing up with a recruitment agency means your CV and relevant information will be registered with a recruiter and you will be notified when potentially suitable opportunities become available with prospective employers. By having professionals constantly working on finding new and exciting opportunities, can significantly expand the reach of your job search. Picking a good recruiter with a thorough process to best match your needs and preferences in finding the right role, can be much more advantageous than just applying via various job boards. A good agency will also, where possible, track down and obtain any vital interview feedback to help you take something from the interview.
Top Tip! Trust your instincts, it’s about getting it right long term. Be honest with the recruiter if you believe that the role is unsuitable for you.
You are in control:
Like most things in life, what you put in is what you get. Agencies will search through potential suitable candidates for clients; however recruiters only recommend you for the role, it’s ultimately down to you to put in maximum effort to get maximum results. Recruitment agencies, like ours, can offer vital interview preparation support and we always encourage that you look through all supporting resources to maximise your chances of smashing the interview.
You can use knowledge from an expert:
Recruiters give you first-hand information that no other source can, as well as ensuring you are the right fit for the role. Recruiters discuss your CV with you so you give the best version of yourself to clients. It’s not about pushing you in directions that you don’t want to go in, but staying in close communication with you to make sure you’re all set and that you’re happy with every step of the way.
Top Tip! Remember that working with Recruiters is about having that extra arm around you whilst being your friend along the way that you can openly discuss how you feel about a role with.
There every step of the way:
Recruiters value you and will want to know how you feel about a job, how your interview preparation is coming along and how the interview went. Further on from there, if you are not successful, they will help you look for more opportunities. If you are successful, they will engage with you frequently to find out how you are getting on, safeguarding that it was a right match and ensuring that you are settling in well into your new role.
In conclusion:
Don’t register for a recruitment agency for the sake of it. It’s important to make sure the roles and the recruitment agencies values match yours, think of it the same way you would if you were applying for a job. You will be surprised the positive effects an agency can have on you if you get it right. If you work with a selective one to three agencies you will be in control.