What is the definition of a recruitment agency?

Recruitment agencies act as a middle man between employers and candidates. Their role is to find a happy medium between satisfying candidates' career aspirations and supporting employers in sourcing the right talent for them.

As a job seeker, you can speed up your job hunting process and increase your chances of finding a job that suits you, when utilising a recruitment agency. Recruiters work closely with candidates, so they can strategically match you to companies and positions that align with your career goals.

Recruiters can also give you insider details about the company that you might not be able to learn online or from a job description.

There are countless other benefits of how a recruitment agency can help guide you throughout your job search. We've listed a few below:


It's Free!

Candidates do not have to pay a single penny to use the services of a recruitment agency. Staffing agencies are paid by their clients (i.e. employers) who need assistance finding candidates for their open vacancies. So you can get expert help for free!

This is even stated in the legislation. According to article 10 of the Employment Agency Law, agencies can't demand any payments or charges from candidates, and no deductions can be made from the candidate's future earnings by such an employment agency.


Expert knowledge of the labour market

Recruitment agencies will always be aware of what is going on in the job market. Specialised recruiters can also provide guidance on market trends such as salary expectations, needed skills, new technologies and expectations within a particular industry.

At Konnekt, we have recruiters specialised in IT, Finance, Manufacturing and Pharma, to name a few. So each recruiter will have expert knowledge of the industry and role you're interested in.


Extensive network

Recruiters spend a significant amount of time making connections. Therefore, when you work with a recruiter, they can get you in touch with interesting clients and put in a good word for you.

Not to mention, if you apply for a role through a recruitment agency and don't make the cut, for whatever reason, the recruiter can keep your profile at hand for other open positions.


Personalised Feedback

Recruiters know the job market and are experts in interviewing. They will also understand what their client is looking for and help you make your application stand out, improving your chances of getting an offer.

Our job at Konnekt is to bring out the best in our candidates' abilities and help them excel by offering constructive criticism and feedback. Our recruitment specialists give applicants instant feedback on how they can tidy up their CV and tips on strengthening their interview skills. Such feedback is, of course, valuable as it may prepare you for interviews in the future with potential employers.

Not to mention, you will also receive personalised feedback on each job application to understand where you fell short. At Konnekt, we will follow up on your application and assist you from the first interview until you accept the job offer.


Tailored job search

A recruitment agency will have insights into a position that might not be available to a regular job applicant. Recruiters will also ascertain your career goals and the type of working environment you are more likely to succeed in to help you find the perfect job.

At Konnekt, we don't just match CVs but consider the company's culture, values and expectations. We aim to put candidates forward for roles that will help them achieve job satisfaction.

Konnekt won't just help you find any job but will help you find the right job for you.


Save time

Many say that job hunting can be as time-consuming as a full-time job. As a job seeker, you have to research into the role and organisation you want to apply for, send your CV to various companies, follow up on all your applications, schedule your interviews and think of ways to improve from one opportunity to the next.

With the help of a specialised recruiter, you can split the workload. Recruiters spend every single day trying to find the right candidate for their clients. They know what opportunities are available, and they might even know about jobs that aren't even public yet. With a recruiter, you don't have to devote all your time to your job search.

A staffing agency will also have numerous open positions to fill at a time, so you could be considered for more than one job at once.



More job opportunities

Not all companies advertise their open vacancies in the same way. Some might post their roles on job boards or strictly on their website, while others rely on agencies. With a recruitment agency, you can have access to positions which might not be advertised on the internet.

If you're looking for a job, it's crucial to take advantage of every opportunity to find your ideal position.



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