‘Way to Win’ Getting The Most From A Recruitment Agency 30 th June 2011 Christine Lambert Reed Specialist Recruitment

Introduction  Background to Reed  How to get the most out of recruitment agencies  What do employers look for in an employee  Making the best of your CV  How to make the most of your interviews  3G Mindset Vs Skills

Background to Reed  Established since for over 50 years  An independent company  Over 350 branches worldwide  Permanent, temporary, contract and outsourced recruitment solutions  30 Specialisms – extensive portfolio of clients for job seekers  reed.co.uk - largest recruitment website in the UK, with 1.3million job applications per month  Over recruiters advertising on reed.co.uk  reedglobal.com – opportunities for job seekers and recruiters internationally

Background to Reed Core business  Reed Specialist Recruitment – recruitment solution service  Reed Learning – learning and training opportunities  Reed In Partnership – breaking down the barriers to employment and social inclusion  Reed Online – manages and develops our online presence

Contacting Agencies  The benefits of using a recruitment agency  What do we do  What to expect  Preparing for the approach  What do we look for

Why do recruiters use agencies ? There are various ways of recruiting: Websites, word-of-mouth, national /local press, radio and Jobcentre Plus.  Saves time and money  Short - term quick fix, long term cover roles, urgent vacancy  Gain advice on current market and availability of suitable candidates and salaries  Interview a short-list of candidates who meet the criteria for the job description and person spec  Only relevant CVs are submitted for roles  Short-listed candidates -Interview preparation  Communication of Job offer to placement - salary negotiation

What do we do ?  Sales and business development activity to gain new business  Expect to be interviewed by a qualified Consultant  We aim to assist jobseekers who meet with our client’s profile  We consider eligibility, experience, skills, qualifications, confidence, flexibility and mindset  We assess, register and interview  Honest about opportunities and prospects

Agency Interview Questions Be prepared to communicate effectively the following:  What type of work are you looking for: temporary, permanent, contract  What is your current situation  What is your work history  Do you have an up to date CV  Relevant Qualifications  What are your key strengths in the workplace  What are your job seeking activities  Registered on reed.co.uk

Be prepared !! When telephoning or visiting and agency  Introduce yourself clearly !!  Explain the purpose of your call or visit  Dress appropriately  Have your CV in front of you or bring it with you  Be confident in discussing your skills and experience  Be aware of your strengths and weaknesses  Have a pen with you to take down information !!

What do employers look for ?  Steady work history or qualifications  Good communication skills – written and verbal  Smart presentation  Confidence and enthusiasm  An understanding of good work ethics  Commitment, hard working and the willingness to learn  Flexibility and ability to multi-task  Willing to go the extra mile  Attention to detail  Relevant experience for job applied for

The role of the CV Objective of a good CV To detail your education, qualifications, employment history and personal qualities and suitability Aim To attract the attention of an employer in order to be short- listed for an interview for the role applied for

Making the most of your CV  Your CV is a powerful tool  Presentation, style and layout are very important  Check grammar and spelling  It should be interesting, factual, clear & relevant  Use universal language  Use bullet points – easier to read  Promote your skills & strengths  Explain long gaps in your employment  Don’t miss out on valuable information  Don’t squeeze everything onto one page !!

Making the most of your interviews Aim of an interview The interview is your one opportunity to promote yourself and your skills to a potential employer. Objective You must - PLAN !! PLAN!! PLAN!! Fail to plan, plan to fail !! The first impression is a lasting one !!

Planning for your interview Ask yourself these questions:  Why have you applied for this vacancy  Do you have and understand the job description  What format will the interview be  Have you researched the company website  Have you planned your journey/route - timings  What are you going to wear  What planned questions will you ask in the interview

The Interview  Get there early !  Be in control of your nerves and be aware of your body language  Take a copy of your CV/application form with you  Ensure you ask your prepared questions  Competency Based Interview Questions – what are they  Draw reference to your skills, experience and achievements  Express your interest in the position and show enthusiasm  Ask when will a decision be made and when is the job to start  Tell the interviewer you are interested !!

After the interview Consider the following :  Is this the right job for you  Location – within easy commute  Salary - can I afford to live on this salary if offered  Agency – must call your Consultant to give feedback  Always gain feedback after your interviews  Offered on the spot - Never turn down straightway !!

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Thank you Any Questions ?