Candidates – Benefits of Using a Search Consultant
Exclusive Positions. Many companies use employment agencies to fill their open positions. Firms are relying more and more on professional recruiters to fill their vacancies. Unless you consult a professional recruiter, you will be shut out of fantastic opportunities.
Industry/Marketplace Knowledge. The search consultant knows what firms have vacancies and why. We can tell you if the company has a high turnover rate and what departments are busier than others. We also have our hands on the pulse of the industry. Even if you have a satisfactory job, a search consultant can let you know of opportunities as they arise in the marketplace.
Resume Assistance. A good resume will get you in the door. The search consultant is well versed in what employers want to see on a resume. We’ll analyze your resume and give you advice. On average, managers will make a decision to interview after looking at a resume for 30 seconds.
Interview Preparation. The interview is extremely important in securing a position with a company. The search consultant knows what works and what doesn’t work in interviews. We’ll give advice ranging from understanding the company and position available to answering questions about compensation, vacation, stock options, and other benefits.
Personal Agent. The search consultant is your personal agent and is involved throughout the entire process. After the candidate has secured a position, the search consultant will follow up periodically to ensure all is well. We’ll be by your side the entire way.
Career Guidance. Good advice regarding career moves comes from years of experience. Understanding the way people are promoted and develop within their profession is an important piece of the career development puzzle. A candidate who knows the career he/she wants need only find a position on its career path. Other candidates, who aren’t sure, will need counseling. We’ll see what duties those candidates excel at and enjoy.
