Why outsource your recruitment to Thrive?
We understand the importance of finding the right person for the job, and understand how difficult and expensive it can be to find the right fit. We offer specific recruitment expertise on an as-you-need-it basis. No commission fees. Simply pay for our team’s expertise on a fixed daily rate only as and when it is required.
The below case study is from one of our previous customers and details their experience.
Results we delivered to our client within 6 months
Cost reduction
Roles recruited
Time saving
Capability improvement
Improved quality and diversity
Improved robustness
Accreditations
Client's problem statement
"We are spending a lot of time and money and not attracting the best candidates"
Issues within the recruitment process:
- Recruitment costs expected to be significant due to growth.
- Reliance on a single recruitment company, so little diversity in applicants.
- Administrative drain on managers.
- Limited market coverage and consequently mostly ‘average candidates’.
- No consistent message to market on company values, strategic direction, etc.
- Untrained line managers conducting interviews with little support, resulting in no consistency in the benchmarking of candidates.
- Very slow process, including multiple interviews for all levels of jobs.
- Job descriptions being produced on an ad-hoc basis with little or no central control.
- No commercial negotiation with suppliers.
Solutions
We reviewed the client's suppliers to ensure competition, and secured discounts and flat fees, saving money and driving the right behaviours.
We used industry knowledge and conducted market research and competitor analysis to benchmark the client's position.
We coached interviewing line managers to make sure they were aware of candidate concerns and buying signals, allowing them to tailor their approach at interview and promote agreed messages and company values.
We reviewed the client's internal processes and advised of ways to reduce complexity and personnel required in the decision-making process. Where appropriate we also managed external agencies on the client's behalf.
We managed offers and links into HR/induction.
Provided frameworks to work within and example questions.
Agreed format and content with line managers. and communicated to candidates to allow for structured and productive interviews.
We set realistic expectations on timescales and provided regular updates to both the client and candidates.
Client's Testimonials
“We engaged Duncan as we had to do a lot of recruitment in a short amount of time and didn’t have the capability in house. He presented compelling commercials and we engaged him to help us with key hires across IT, Sales, HR, Finance and Ops. Duncan provides advice and insight into the market and always keeps us appraised of progress and market feedback. We have now hired 15+ good candidates in 6 months. He promised improved service and significant cost savings and he has delivered both.” – CEO
“Some feedback on the candidate – Absolutely stellar find! He is making a huge impact!” – Head of Professional Services
“The quality of the candidates presented and the insight into them made light of the fact that it was a difficult role to fill in a challenging market. Really pleased with the result.” – Head of Customer Service
“I was recruiting several roles, and they were all urgent. The pace of the recruitment and the quality of the candidates was exceptional and when things went wrong as they sometimes do, Duncan had a Plan B which he was able to quickly execute. The new team members have fitted in well, and I have been delighted with the process and support provided.” – Head of Projects
“We worked with Duncan across all areas of the business from IT & Projects to Finance & Ops. He has added structure to the recruitment process and lessened the weight of admin on me. His feedback on candidates from his first round interviews has been invaluable, allowing us to focus our interviews more effectively. Finally, the calibre of the candidates and the offer management have been top notch. It’s been a pleasure working with Duncan and I’d recommend him to other businesses in our position.” – HR Manager
“Duncan is an outstanding recruiter. I worked with Duncan for a role I finally considered and it turns out to be the best career move I have made. Duncan is professional, has excellent communication skills, represents the client brilliantly and goes the extra mile. These are just a few reasons that I would recommend him for anyone looking for a new career change.” Jawaid (candidate)
“I didn’t realise I was looking for a new exciting role until Duncan approached me. He built his client’s credibility with his highly professional, enthusiastic and thorough manner. The interview process went seamlessly, I was frequently updated with progress and my expectations were set accurately. If I’m ever looking again, Duncan will be my go-to”. Sarah (candidate)
“My experience has been positive throughout. Since the start of the process, Duncan has been informative and attentive. He made sure I was aware of ongoing communications and kept me up to date with progress. I would highly recommend.” Ben (candidate)
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