Candidate FAQs for Jobseekers

How does a recruitment agency help candidates find jobs?

A recruitment agency helps candidates find jobs by matching their skills and experience with suitable roles and connecting them with hiring employers.

Agencies support candidates through role matching, interview preparation, feedback, and offer negotiation. They also provide insight into market conditions and employer expectations.

We prioritise suitable candidates for our clients’ open vacancies and work closely with good candidates to align role opportunities with experience, career goals, and location preferences before making introductions to employers.

Do candidates pay recruitment agencies?

Candidates do not pay recruitment agencies, as employers cover recruitment fees.

In standard recruitment models, agencies are paid by the hiring organisation rather than the jobseeker.

We never charge candidates for our services.

Can a recruitment agency help with CV or interview preparation?

Recruitment agencies often help candidates prepare CVs and interviews by providing feedback and guidance tailored to specific roles.

Support may include CV refinement, interview briefing, and insight into employer priorities.

We advise how CVs should be improved and brief candidates before interviews on role expectations and typical interview focus areas.

Will a recruitment agency share my details without consent?

Recruitment agencies should only share candidate details with employers after obtaining consent.

Candidate data is subject to data protection and confidentiality requirements.

We always gain candidate approval before presenting profiles to employers.

How long does it take to find a job through a recruitment agency?

Job search timelines vary, but placement through a recruitment agency can range from a few weeks to many months.

Timing depends on role availability, market demand, and a candidate’s skills and flexibility.

We advise candidates how marketable they are in relation to market conditions and provide realistic expectations.

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