Why Should My Company Use a Recruiter?

You have an opening to fill and a number of decisions to make.  Where do I go to find the right candidate?  Do I use the Internet, newspaper or trade magazine ads?  Just “put the word out” and wait? Or do I contact a professional recruiting and search consultant who has a seasoned finger on the pulse of the talent marketplace and the industry?  Obviously, since yours truly is in the business, you know where my sentiments lie.  But there are reasons why using a recruiter can be very beneficial.  Here are a few:

ü      Maybe you haven’t filled an opening in a while, and you would like experienced advice & counsel.   A headhunter can give you the benefit of years’ of practical experience, and can help you determine salary guidelines, candidate profiles, and the like.

ü      You don’t want to drown in a flood of very well meaning but absolutely unqualified resumes.  The headhunter will refer only candidates that meet your requirements, and will understand the subtleties that make your opening unique.

ü      Perhaps this is a highly confidential search necessitating discretion.  A search professional can effectively approach qualified talent while, at the same time, maintaining your confidentiality.

ü      If time is of the essence in filling a crucial opening, a veteran recruiter can cut to the chase and tap you into the talent market frequently in a matter of hours versus days or weeks.

By no means is this an exhaustive list.  Rather it represents just a few tangible benefits of partnering with a professional.  If you want to discuss your unique need, please call us at (425) 481 1752 or send us an e-mail with your job specifications attached to scottstc@comcast.net.  We look forward to working with you and serving you.