Job hunting can be a frustrating process, especially if you feel that you are endlessly applying for jobs and not making the cut. It is exhausting to feel that you are putting all of your efforts into looking for a new job, and you may find that your current role or your family or social life is suffering. The good news is that working with a recruitment agency can solve these problems and ensure that your CV gets in front of the right people!
Partnering with a specialist recruitment agency to give you a head start in your job hunting quest can make a big difference to your outcomes, particularly the time you have to invest and the way you feel about the process! Here at CareerWise, we take the time to get to know our clients so that we can connect them with the roles they really want.
If you’ve never used a recruitment agency before, you might be unsure what actually happens when you do so. It is helpful to understand how a recruitment agency works and what our consultants can do for you so that you can decide if this would be a good option for you.
We suggest that working with a recruitment agency is a particularly good idea for those who work in shortage industries, especially if you have a specific skill set that is industry-specific. If you want to take the next steps on your career ladder, or are looking to develop your skills for more specialised roles, a recruitment agency could be exactly what you need. You will find that a good recruitment agency can connect you with the best available roles in your industry and give you excellent advice about how to secure the job you want.
A recruitment agency will have spent a good deal of time getting to know the organisations that are advertising roles through their pathways, and will be familiar with the culture and ethos as well as the technical requirements of a specific role. This means the recruitment agency is well placed to make connections between employers and potential new employees, and success is more likely to follow.
A recruitment agency can help in many ways, especially a specialised recruitment agency that has expertise in your industry. Some of the benefits include:
Saving time. It takes a long time to effectively search for a new job, trawling through employment websites to find compatible roles and looking for companies that appeal to you. A recruitment agency can save you hours by identifying the positions and organisations that would best suit your experience and skill set, and this will help you to focus your efforts on making your applications and improving your interview skills.
Networking. A recruitment agency that is a specialist in your industry will be very well connected and can reach out directly to many more people than you could do alone. This means that you will build your network of contacts exponentially simply by working in partnership with an agency. Your details will stay in the database of your recruitment agency, allowing you to be considered for all of the job vacancies that are relevant to your skills and experience.
Financial negotiation. When you are applying for a new position, you may need to compare salaries and negotiate with potential employers about how much you will earn in your new job. A recruitment agency can take the pressure off you by dealing with the whole negotiation process for you, advising potential employers on current salary guidance and trends.
Relevant advice. Preparing your CV and working on your interview skills can be done with a family member or friend but it can be more helpful to have someone with expertise in your industry on hand. Your recruitment agency will want to ensure they put forward the best candidates, so they will want to help you to be at your best. You will benefit from their experience and insights which will help you give you the edge in the application process.
Future opportunities. When you apply for the job you want, there’s no guarantee of success. However, even if you are not successful in a job application, working with a recruitment agency means you will be front of mind when other relevant jobs come up and you will be well placed to build connections and to respond to new opportunities. Even if you are successful in your application, you can maintain your relationship with your recruiter so that you are ahead of the game when it’s time to make your next move along your career path.
Working with a recruitment agency is usually free for those seeking employment, and they receive payment from the employers they work with. This makes such a partnership accessible to all jobseekers and you can enjoy all these benefits with no outlay.
There are several recruitment agencies out there and they are not all alike. Here at CareerWise, we are Ireland’s leading specialist recruitment firm and we have seen many recruitment companies come and go. We believe the key to our success is the time we take to get to know our clients, along with our established expertise in the industries we specialise in.
You should opt for a recruitment company with experts in the industry you want to find a job within, and with many years of experience. It may be important to you to find a local recruitment agency, or you may prefer an agency with international recruitment opportunities. Check up on client testimonials to ensure that the agency you are considering has a good reputation and a positive image, and don’t be afraid to ask difficult questions – a good recruitment agency will be only too happy to answer them!
Our expert team at CareerWise is based in Cork, Limerick, Galway, Dublin and Mayo. Our dedicated staff are committed to helping you find the role you want and we know our industries inside out so we are well placed to do this. We offer advice and support to help you find suitable jobs, prepare your CV and hone your interview skills to increase your chances of success.
We specialise in the Engineering, Supply Chain, Science/Pharma, IT and Accounting industries in Ireland, and we look forward to working with you. You can get in touch with our friendly, professional recruitment team by contacting us online now or giving us a call on +353 (0) 21 206 1900 to arrange a consultation.
Michael worked for over 10 years in the industrial engineering environment before starting in recruitment with BDO in 2006 on their engineering desk. He joined IRC in 2008 as a technical engineering consultant before moving into account management and becoming principle account manager in IRC. Michael has worked with some of the largest engineering companies within the mid west region and has had sole management responsibility for one of the largest temporary staffing accounts with one of the bigger multinationals based in Ireland during his time with IRC.
Michael joined Careerwise in April 2016 with the responsibility of growing the business out of the new Galway office with a primary focus on the West, North-West and Midland regions. Michael has extensive experience and knowledge in the technical, engineering and commercial sectors.
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