Recruitment Networking: Why “Always Recruiting” is the Secret to Staying Ahead
Recruitment Networking: Why “Always Recruiting” is the Secret to Staying Ahead
When meeting clients who have a job vacancy, one of the first questions we ask is:
“When do you need this person?”
The most common answer? “Yesterday.”
That’s because recruitment is often reactive. An employee resigns or a new project is won, and suddenly there’s a mad rush to fill roles and secure the right talent.
But there’s a smarter way to approach recruitment – one that pays off enormously:
Recruit. Always.
This doesn’t mean you have to be constantly placing job adverts and managing high volume of candidates.
By partnering with a trusted Recruitment Consultant who understands both the technical and cultural fit of your business, you create a valuable extension of your brand in the market. This allows you to:
- Stay informed about candidate availability
- Be introduced to high-calibre professionals before your competitors
- Build familiarity with your company long before a role becomes available
Never pass up the chance to meet with a strong candidate, even if you don’t have an immediate vacancy.
For companies, this means being open to conversations – a coffee chat, an introduction, a chance to build rapport. When a critical employee resigns or a project kicks off, you’ll already have a warm network of talent to lean on.
Strong communication is key: share insights into your projects, culture, and future plans. Then, let your recruiter maintain the dialogue, keeping candidates engaged and interested.
Yes, meeting candidates takes time out of your day – but the return is huge. Imagine being on the front foot with a pipeline of talent ready to step in when you need them most.
In recruitment, being proactive isn’t just a strategy. It’s a competitive advantage.
Reach out today to discuss how ASR Recruitment can solve your resourcing headaches.
Because we are Always Supporting Recruitment.
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