FAQs
FAQs
What is the role of an employment agency?
Employment agencies match job seekers with available job openings in organizations. They work with companies to fill vacancies, offer payroll services, training for CV writing and interviews, employee training among others.
Top 8 reasons why you should use a staffing agency
Below are 8 reasons why your organization should use a staffing agency:
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- Saves cost
- Increases hiring speed
- Access to specified knowledge
- Access to wider, better quality talent pool
- Flexibility
- Higher chances of getting hired
- Saves time, effort and money
- Career mentorship and advice
What are the different types of employment agencies?
The different types of employment agencies include; Temporary agency, traditional employment agency, contingency employment agency, retained search firm, cautionary words.
What is the difference between a recruiter and a headhunter?
Headhunters are involved with locating qualified persons while recruiters are often hired by companies to fill positions in the organization. They both work together in the process of finding qualified candidates to fill job openings.
What is the difference between an employment agency and a recruitment agency?
An employment agency works from the job seeker, helping them find suitable vacancies while a recruitment agency works from the company or from its website to fill available job openings in the company.
What does a headhunter do?
Headhunters provide employment recruiting services for companies to fill openings. They are individuals or firms hired by companies.
What skills do employers look for?
Employers are searching for skills such as:
- Verbal/written communication
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Emotional intelligence
- Relevant industry skills and competence
How to run a background check on a potential employee
To run a background check on your potential employee, follow these simple steps.
- Notify the potential employee of your decision to run a background check.
- Outline what you will like to know about them and learn what information state laws allow you to find
- Consult a Consumer Reporting agency to help run a background check
- Ensure that court and other public records are utilized while doing an employee background check.