What do recruitment agencies do?
Recruitment agencies like Auxo and our specialist sector brands play a crucial role in the job market, acting as intermediaries between job seekers and employers, as well as offering innovative talent solutions to help organisations optimise their workforces and processes. To clear up common misconceptions and answer the most frequently asked questions, we’ll explore what recruitment agencies do in the UK, how we operate and the benefits we offer to both candidates and businesses.
What is a recruitment agency?
A recruitment agency is an external organisation that helps employers find suitable candidates for job vacancies. At Auxo, we manage the hiring process on behalf of companies, which can include sourcing candidates for permanent, temporary or contract roles, as well as providing Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and Contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) with innovative Managed Service Programmes under our Auxo XPO suite.
In the UK, there are approximately 30,000 recruitment agencies, with a significant concentration in major cities. Auxo Group is headquartered in Watford, with a further 14 locations across the UK, including Manchester and Central London.
How do recruitment agencies work?
Recruitment agencies mainly work by connecting job seekers with employers looking to fill positions. Here’s a brief overview of our process:
Client engagement: we first engage with employers to understand their hiring needs and company culture.
Candidate sourcing: we then source candidates through various means such as job boards, social media, referrals, our own talent pool and networking initiatives.
Screening and interviews: we screen applicants through preliminary interviews and assessments before presenting a shortlist to the employer.
Facilitating interviews: we coordinate interviews between the candidates and the employer and often provide interview preparation support to candidates.
Can I give my CV to a recruitment agency?
Yes, you can register and submit your CV to any one of our specialist brands in the education, healthcare, engineering, technology and construction sectors. This allows our recruiters to match your skills and experience with available job opportunities and even offer additional services such as CV writing assistance.
Is it worth registering with a recruitment agency?
Yes, registering with a recruitment agency offers many great benefits:
Access to job opportunities: we often have exclusive access to job openings that are not advertised publicly.
What are the benefits of using a recruitment agency?
Using a recruitment agency offers several advantages:
Time efficiency: our recruiters save you time by filtering out unsuitable applications and only presenting relevant opportunities.
Personalised service: our recruiters take the time to understand not just your career goals but your unique personal preferences as well, helping you find the best fit possible.
Market insights: our recruiters have access to industry trends and salary benchmarks that can help you negotiate better offers.
Reduced hiring risks: our recruiters minimise the risk of bad hires by leveraging their expertise in candidate screening.
Recruitment agencies serve as valuable resources in navigating the job market, especially with the evolving nature of the landscape in recent years. If you’re seeking employment or looking to fill vacancies within your organisation, understanding how agencies operate can help you make better informed decisions.
An expert recruitment partner you can trust.
Auxo is a trusted global talent solutions provider driven by our passion for growing and transforming industries and the people who power them every day. Having built a solid reputation and unmatched experience across multiple industries, we provide specialist talent acquisition to our partners within the healthcare, technology, engineering, education and construction sectors, and have expanded our services to include innovative CWS (MSP), RPO and BPO solutions.
If you’re looking for a trusted partner to help you achieve your career or corporate recruitment goals, get in touch with us for expert advice and unmatched service.
