Welcome to The Recruitment Consultancy.
Established in 1997, The Recruitment Consultancy has positioned itself as a specialist provider of temporary, contract and permanent office staff.
We specialise in all aspects of Secretarial, Office Support, Finance, Customer Service, Administration, I.T., Human Resources and Legal.
Through the strong belief and experience of our qualified consultants we are able to offer a professional and dedicated recruitment service to our candidates and clients. Each of our consultants is a qualified member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). They abide by the REC Code of Ethics and they are trained to provide a consultative recruitment solution that not only covers skills but also the right personality and culture fit for their clients. The Company as a whole conforms to the REC Codes of Practice in dealing with all Candidates and Client companies and has a comprehensive Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy
We pride ourselves on being an independent agency with two dedicated offices covering Surrey and Sussex. We have achieved a reputation as being an honest, approachable and professional recruitment company with an ethos of building long-term relationships with our business partners.
Our success is borne from our commitment, tenacity and desire to get-it-right first time.
What information do I need to bring when I register?
- You need to bring ID in accordance with the Home Office regulations
- Your CV
- Names and telephone numbers for previous employers over the last 2 years for referencing purposes. If there are any gaps in your employment then you will also need to bring the details of someone you know personally who is professionally qualified that can provide a character reference.
- If you are looking to temp you will also need to bring your bank account details and national insurance number (if you have one)
Once my CV is submitted to a vacancy, how long can I expect to wait before I hear an outcome?
This varies greatly between companies as the recruitment processes are different, and deadlines may be in place. However, we promise to contact all our candidates to let them know the outcome as soon as we are able.
How long can I expect to wait before I find temporary work?
This can be very quick and you should be prepared to start work the next day providing you are available. On occasions it can take up to a week or so to find you the right temporary role, depending upon the time of year, market factors and your skill set contributing to a short delay.
Do I get paid holiday pay when I am temping?
Yes you will accrue holiday pay immediately you start temping. Details of the procedures for booking holiday will be discussed as part of the registration process.
What recruitment do you specialise in?
We specialise in office support staff including administration and secretarial. We also recruit for HR specialists, marketing specialists and we have a Legal Division recruiting for Legal Secretarial and Paralegal.
I do not yet have a National Insurance Number. Do I need one to start working?
No you don’t need one to start working and you will not be able to get one until you are employed. Once you have a job we can issue you with a letter which will assist the process in securing your National Insurance Number.
Who is your tax office and what is your tax reference?
Tax Reference: R3577AH M Inspector of Taxes
E Hampshire and Wight Area
Lynx House
1 Northern Road
Cosham
Portsmouth PO6 3XA
Tel : 0845 300 0628
| The Recruitment Consultancy Ltd 101 High Street Guildford Surrey GU1 3DP Telephone: 01483 456465 Fax: 01483 457832 |
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Our office is situated above Superdrug in the lower end of Guildford High Street. There is a green door to the right of Superdrug. York Road car park is well sign posted in Guildford and from the A3. The High Street can be accessed from Levels 9 or 10. There is also parking in Millbrook and Farnham Road, both situated at the lower end of the High Street.
Email guildford@therecruitmentconsultancy.com
| The Recruitment Consultancy Ltd 1 Shelley Road Worthing West Sussex BN11 1TP Telephone: 01903 820082 Fax: 01903 820084 |
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Our office is on the corner of Portland Road/ Shelley Road and we have a pedestrian crossing outside our green front door. There are NCP car parks in Buckingham Road and Liverpool Gardens, you can also park on the road in Portland Road (it is metered).
Email worthing@therecruitmentconsultancy.com
As a candidate looking for permanent work you can expect to receive the following service from our trained consultants:
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After an initial conversation with one of our consultants and upon receipt of a current CV, you will be invited to attend an appointment at one of our offices.
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The format for this appointment will be an informal interview to clarify your requirements and discuss prospective vacancies in conjunction with your skills and work history.
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You will also be asked to complete computer evaluations on relevant software such as Word and Excel, and general keyboard abilities.
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Should your skills need updating, we will be happy to offer computer based training free of charge.
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We will also provide CV advice, and guidance with regards to layout, content and format.
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Once all the criteria have been identified our trained consultants will proactively source opportunities for you.
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When an interview has been arranged, you will be invited back into the office for a briefing appointment which gives you an opportunity to spend time with a consultant who will discuss the job content, the Company and the interview format.
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Having attended the interview you will be asked to call your consultant with your feedback.
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Once an offer has been accepted your consultant will keep in touch with you to ensure that your notice period runs smoothly.
Being prepared for your interview is crucial and we would recommend the following:
- You need to do as much research about the company as possible prior to your interview.
- Prepare some questions to ask during the interview.
- Look smart and presentable, first impressions count and if you are not sure of the dress code, ask.
- Arrive 5-10 minutes early – being late for an interview is not acceptable whatever the excuse.
- Make good eye contact when you greet your interviewer and give a firm handshake.
- Smile and listen carefully to what the interviewer is saying.
- Ask questions about the job, prospects and the company’s commitment to training and personal development.
- Be prepared with answers to competency-based questions which ideally relate to your work history.
- Keep your answers concise – try not to waffle.
- And finally let the interviewer know that you are interested in the job!
Many jobseekers do not realise that the way their CV is presented is critical to their success in the selection process.
Most Recruiters will be dealing with many applications per vacancy and they are usually working to tight deadlines. They will not have the time to search through too many pages and will be looking for key words in your CV.
A good CV will help you get through the selection process.
The structure of your CV should include the following :-
- Your name, address and contact numbers
- Personal profile which is a brief statement about your qualities
- Work history starting with your most recent position and working backwards
- Academic qualifications and vocational training i.e. GCSE’s, A Levels, Degree, NVQ’s, IT skills and internal training courses
- Hobbies and interests
Ideally your CV should not be more than two pages and your employment history should have the dates that you worked and your employer’s name followed by your job title and responsibilities under separate bullet points.
Make sure you account for any gaps in your employment history i.e. travelling or taking time out.
Most importantly, ensure that there are no spelling mistakes in your CV - get it checked!
Take time to read it and ensure it is a true reflection of your work history.
The Recruitment Consultancy operates a dedicated, loyal and hard-working Temporaries Division. We offer candidates work on a daily basis matching their personal and specific requirements to the needs of our clients. The benefits of temping through The Recruitment Consultancy are numerous and include the following:
- We only deal with office-based work; therefore we guarantee that you will not be compromised by offering you alternative work in other sectors. You can be assured that your Consultants will concentrate on finding you assignments that match your initial requirements and skill-set.
- Your Consultants are all professionally qualified and are individual members of the REC (Recruitment and Employment Confederation) which is the Governing Body for our Industry.
- Should you be looking for permanent work whilst temping we actively support your applications and will arrange suitable time off for interviews etc.
- We also offer temporary to permanent opportunities in the local marketplace.
- The minute you start temping, you will accrue holiday pay, which is currently 0.38 days per week. This will be paid to you the week following your time off.
- Temping is great if you are looking for flexible hours of work to fit around your personal circumstances.
- We offer long and short term assignments and anything in-between, and pride ourselves on paying top rates in the local market.
- We have developed some very strong relationships with local businesses ranging from small privately owned companies to larger blue chip organisations.
- We offer training on the latest computer packages to either enhance your skills or cross-train you on new packages. This training is always free of charge
We promise to treat you as an individual and not just another “candidate” and will always listen and respect your point of view.
The Recruitment Consultancy payrolls a successful and diverse temporary division covering assignments from one day up to a year in duration. If you are looking to temp as a change of career, looking for a less pressurised role or simply a complete change of direction, we can offer advice and assistance for you on your new chosen career path.
As a candidate looking to temp you can expect to receive the following service from our trained consultants:
- After an initial conversation with one of our consultants and upon receipt of a current CV, you will be invited to attend an appointment at one of our offices.
- The format for this appointment will be an informal interview to clarify your requirements / availability.
- You will also be asked to complete computer evaluations on relevant software such as Word, Excel and general keyboard abilities.
- Should your skills need updating, we will be happy to offer computer based training free of charge.
- We will speak to you about temporary assignments tailored to your specific requirements. We pride ourselves on our ability to listen to our candidates and therefore will only offer you assignments that are suitable.
- You will need to provide the following information in order to pay you once you start your temporary assignment; bank account details, national insurance number and details of referees to cover the last two years.
- Once we have confirmed your assignment, we will issue your temporary briefing pack which will include all the details you will need to start your temporary work.
- We will continue to keep in touch with you throughout your assignment and will actively encourage you to call us and let us know how you are getting on.
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Please submit your CV to the appropriate office and a Consultant will call you shortly to discuss your requirements in more detail.
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The Recruitment Consultancy brings together local employers to discuss the impact of the Agency Workers Directive - local MP urges employers to ensure that their voices are heard!
Professionals working in Recruitment and HR in Surrey and Sussex met to discuss the draft regulations on the Agency Workers Directive that were published by the Government last week prior to an 8 week consultation period. When implemented, the Agency Workers Directive (part of EU legislation) will entitle temporary workers to the same treatment as permanent staff following 12 weeks in a temporary assignment. This will have a huge impact upon the recruitment industry whose professionals will be in the frontline of its implementation.
The Recruitment Consultancy hosted the HR Seminar which took place on Friday October 23rd at The Holiday Inn, Guildford. Guest speakers were Kevin Green, Chief Executive of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and Tom Hadley, Director of External Relations for the REC.
The event was also attended by Anne Milton, MP who commented, “I would urge employers to respond to this consultation. It is vital that the Government knows the range of views on agency workers so decisions are taken with the knowledge of what impact this would have on the ground. We are all busy but please make sure your voice is heard!”
Sharon Ellis, a Director of The Recruitment Consultancy Ltd said, “Our involvement with the REC’s Agency Workers Commission and our knowledge of the industry means that we are well placed to advise both recruiters and employers on the likely impact of this legislation. Our purpose in holding this free seminar was to support our clients and to update them on the latest developments and the impact that these changes may have upon their businesses.
As we recover from the downturn it is even more important that employers are able to retain a flexible workforce to meet the peaks and troughs in their businesses; it is critical that the Agency Workers Directive does not affect that flexibility.
Talking to local employers it is clear that the implications and consequences of this proposed legislation are not immediately apparent to all. Employers need to be prepared early and to ensure that they receive the right support in effecting this new legislation by making certain that they are working with recruitment providers who are REC members. This will help them to comply with the legislation and help to reduce their risk of exposure to Employment Tribunals – a risk that most businesses cannot afford to take!”