“Choose a job you love…..

and you will never have to work a day in your life” – Confucius. Now is the time of year when GCSE and A-Level students are sitting their exams and potentially life changing decisions are being made about onward studies and employment options. As the parent of an A-Level student our family has been going […]

Interview Techniques

Interview Techniques and Question – The Basics 1. Prior to attending an interview make sure that you have researched the Company and have found out what it is that they do, who they are and what they stand for. Most companies have a website and this is usually the best place to start. Give yourself […]

Passion, Prospects, Perspective and Proportion

Firstly, I need to point out that I am no Zig Ziglar. This article isn’t designed to have the reader jumping off their chairs in a moment of wheel reinventing shaped enlightenment. It’s just a little bit of help for anyone who is feeling a bit of confusion about their career and the path they are taking. […]

The Florist VS the Supermarket

Over the last few years, I have seen an increasing number of blogs and social media posts from Recruiters and Search Consultants lambasting Recruitment Companies who offer low fee placements, reduced flat fees or seasonal discounts. The last one I saw made me think about the reasoning behind it and why a professional recruiter may […]

Why use a Rec2Rec Specialist?

I often get asked, “Why, if you work in the recruitment industry, would you ever need to use a Rec2Rec consultant?” I always then ask, “Why do applicants use recruiters for any role?” There are a few reasons you should consider speaking with a specialist prior to making a move. Time – This is all we do, […]

Merry Christmas and a Happy 2017

The new offices

This is just a quick update regarding our renovation work. Due to a couple of delays and small issues we are hoping that the new offices will be open and ready for business in Jan 2017. The interview room (pictured here) should be finished within a week or two with the rest following in December. […]

Recommend a friend scheme

This is just a quick reminder to let you know that we have a fabulous referral scheme in place. If you recommend a friend or colleague you can claim vouchers of your choice* Trainee / Resourcer / Researcher – Under 12 mth experience as a Consultant – £150 Over 12 months Recruitment Industry Experience – £200 *How […]

Summer update – We are looking for talent.

With the summer holiday season approaching at speed, this is one of our busiest times of year. 2016 has been particularly lively in terms of client growth and vacancy levels, with many adding new divisions and revenue lines. We have roles from Penrith to Brighton (and all in between) and across a wide range of sectors. As […]

Interview Techniques – The Basics

If you are preparing for your first ever interview for a role in the recruitment industry, or are a seasoned recruiter looking to refresh your interview skills, we have compiled a handy guide to help you to get through that first stage: Interview Techniques and Question – The Basics Prior to attending an interview make […]