How to Choose a Recruitment Partner

BY SONYA MELOFF

Companies in Canada spend an est. $14B annually recruiting top talent with 3rd party agencies. Here are 5 things to know to ensure you get the most optimal results from working with a 3rd party agency.

Choose the right partner

Pick an agency that has the expertise to hire for your specific role. Agencies that specialize in a specific niche are more likely to understand your need and have a large network of suitable candidates ready to present you immediately.

Work on a contingency basis

Only pay if they find you the hire.

Don’t “over-negotiate” the fee

You want to ensure your search is made a priority.

Exclusivity

If you feel you need more than 1 agency, you have chosen the wrong agency…Go back to Step 1.

References

A great agency will jump at the opportunity to provide quality client references!