With lots of agencies to choose from these days, candidate power has never been greater. So how do you decide which recruitment agency to go with when there are so many to choose from? In this short blog, we are going to show you some of the key things which make a good agency.

Specialist

Unless you have very broad recruitment needs, make sure you sign up to an agency that has sector-specific expertise. A good agency will have the best contacts and the best knowledge to match you to your perfect role.

Relevancy

As a candidate, you only want your CV to be sent to organisations that you would want to work in. A good agency will invest time in understanding you and what you are looking for to ensure you are only introduced to companies that match your expectations and are relevant.

Registered

A recruitment organisation that is registered with the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC), is an agency you should be looking at. REC registration is seen as a stamp of approval and shows the agency will have a good understanding of current employment laws and ethical standards.

Personable

A good agency will have trustworthy and reliable consultants working for them. Look out for consultants who care about you; who are friendly and who listen to what you want out of a role.

Longevity

A long-term established agency will have an evidenced reputation and a broad network of clients who are recognised for delivering high-quality care.

We hope you have found this short blog useful. At AJ Recruitment, we pride ourselves in offering a remarkable experience for all our candidates.

Now is a great time to join the AJ family. We have a growing team providing care and support to social care organisations across the country. You can expect ongoing support and training to help you achieve your career aspirations. On our journey to become the UK’s most trusted staffing agency, more organisations than ever are using our services.