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December 7, 2024
This article explains the key differences between a recruitment agency and a job centre, clarifying how agencies work on behalf of employers and why their purpose is not the same as a public job-seeking service.
With more people looking for work than ever before, it is important to know the difference between the Job Centre and a recruitment firm.
Over the past year, unemployment has risen, leaving more people looking for work and wanting to find ways to change their path or find a new one. The UK Job Centre service offers job seekers positions in their local area to apply for and supports them to get to interview.
However, candidates are now turning more to recruitment agencies in the hope that they will find them a job quicker and can slot them into a role without any experience or skills in that area. If you are looking for a job, then it is important that you understand what a recruitment agency can actually offer you.
Recruitment agencies work on behalf of companies who want to employ candidates. These companies pay a fee for the recruitment support they receive and often have a list of stipulations that need to be met in order to employ a candidate.
It is very rare that a recruitment agency can just slot someone into a role without any experience as firms are looking for high-quality candidates that can navigate their way around their new role without the need for excessive hand-holding.
When you apply for a role via a recruitment agency, your application will be reviewed in the same way as if you applied directly to a business. We filter out applications that do not meet the job criteria and shortlist them based on the number of applications we receive and the quality of those applications.
Employer-Led Recruitment
Recruitment agencies exist to solve hiring needs for businesses by sourcing and assessing suitable candidates.
Clear Candidate Expectations
Understanding how agencies operate helps jobseekers engage more effectively and realistically with recruiters.
Many candidates look to recruitment agencies to get up to date and relevant advice on the job market and what they can do to be successful. It is important to note that while good recruitment services are always happy to support candidates, we never receive any financial gain from this and do it purely to help you find the best role for your skillset.
When you go to the Job Centre, you will find a huge range of industries that need applicants, allowing you to apply for as many different types of roles as you want. However, recruitment agencies tend to specialise and only offer jobs in one industry area. If you are keen to use a recruitment agency for your next role, then take the time to find one that works in the industry you have experience in.
At CMD Recruitment, we work with a large number of candidates and help them to find roles that are suited to their skills and experience. If you would like to take a step up or want to find a fresh challenge with a new company, then we are here to help. Call us today to give your career the boost it needs.
01225 805080
info@cmdrecruitment.com
Highlights
FAQs
No, recruitment agencies work for employers to fill specific vacancies, while job centres support jobseekers more broadly.
Agencies only place candidates who closely match the requirements of open roles they are recruiting for.
No, recruitment agencies are paid by employers, so their services are typically free for candidates.
