subject: How To Find The Right Recruitment Agency For You [print this page] If you were recently laid off or thinking about getting a new job should you complete your job search alone? The answer is a resounding NO! You should get as much help as you need whether you need a job or not. Even if you think you can find a job by yourself a recruitment agency might find something better and for a higher rate of pay that you might gain on your own. Think about it. This is their main duty. All they do is look for jobs each and every day. They are really good at it. So how do you find the right recruitment agency for you?Find out what is their success rate. How long does it take before most people get hired? Or are do they ever get hired? You don't want to be stuck in a pile of resumes. Are you treated like royalty? How often do they contact you? Do they provide you with a guarantee? Remember no one can guarantee a job. Unless you have a family member that believes in nepotism no job is certain. What is the location of the agency? Is it near your home or current place of employment? If they are not local how do they contact you? What are their hours of operation? If you are working you cannot get caught looking for a job or speaking about a job. That is the fastest way to get unemployed. Will they contact you on your personal cell phone? Can they be discreet with your job search? If you employer finds out you are looking elsewhere what might be the ramifications? Which scenario seems most likely a swift kick out the door or a bonus to keep you? You need to be certain of the answer prior to your search.Do they help you beyond your job search? Are there any wardrobe critiques? Do they provide any training or resume' updates? Is there an additional charge for this service? Can they provide you with interviewing skills, techniques and practice when you go to various companies? Anything that is provided extra will help you get an edge over others. You need all the advantages to make sure you get hired.What is the cost? Do they charge a fee to help you get a job? Most reputable recruitment agencies don't charge you. If they do charge a fee, run as fast as your legs can carry you. They should make their money from placing you in a position not from accepting your resume'. The majority of agencies receive a commission based upon your starting salary. So if you have really good credentials and an excellent resume' they will try to place you quickly.As you search for the perfect recruitment agency you will need to ask these questions. What is the success or placement rate? What is their customer service level? Is there a cost or fee that is charged to search for jobs? Do they provide any additional benefits that will help me? These will help steer you away from bad agencies and help you find the right recruitment agency for you.
