Author: Catherine O'Donnell
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Retained Recruitment Benefits
Continue ReadingThe Benefits of Retained Recruitment
You may be experiencing the difficulties of filling a vacancy first-hand, so keep reading to find out how retained recruitment can assist your recruiting process.
Recruiting new staff into your business is never an easy feat so why not look into using an external recruiter for assistance
All businesses need recruitment services, be it in-house or outside of the business. Recruitment may be needed urgently, or less urgently, for numerous reasons. Urgent recruitment can occur as a result of unexpected employee departure, or business growth. With less-urgent recruitment occurring because of expansion plans, or the goal of creating a pipeline of great talent.
In-house recruitment departments have inside knowledge of the business. Terefore usually know what is best in terms of on-boarding new employees.
However, these departments are often extremely busy, especially within a growing business. Not allowing time to invest into find those hidden gems on the market. Sourcing candidates can be a very long and arduous process. With high UK unemployment levels only adding to the number of candidates to be sifted through for each role. And this is all before the interview process begins.
Retained recruitment searches involve outsourcing the full process to a specialist recruiter. They will then manage the complete process from candidate engagement through to offer. All you have to do is turn up and interview a short-list of pre-screened candidates.
On the surface, a retained search may look like a big cost and paying a portion of the fee up front may be off-putting. However, working this way frees your time up to focus on your job. It increases the chances of success and costs no more than working on contingency basis.
Let us have a look at the benefits New Chapter’s retained search, namely five²™, could bring to your business…
1. You will attract the best talent with five²™:
The five²™ retained approach contains 25 steps to ensure we identify the best talent, not just on a recruiter database. We produce bespoke marketing materials including candidate information packs and video job adverts. All to create a positive employer brand and help us engage with passive candidates. We also map the market to ensure we match and engage the best people for your vacancy.
2. Retained Recruiters take problems away:
It goes beyond searching for the right candidate. Our Recruitment Consultants at New Chapter are specialists in the FMCG & Retail space. They have excellent communication skills, specifically in delicate situations and negotiations. We then assess the candidates against your specific requirements and feed back their strengths and weaknesses. All you have to do is turn up and interview our shortlists.
3. A retained recruitment approach is proven to lead to more hires:
Its proven that this approach leads to more successful hires. After 2 years, 87% of the candidates we have placed with our clients are still in post. Over 50% of those have been promoted to higher positions. This is in contrast to a recent study we ran that showed that on average people move companies every 1.9 years in FMCG/Retail. Sounds good, right?
4. Save time and money:
Recruiting someone is often a lengthy and often costly process. A retained recruiter is dedicated to finding the ideal candidate for you and will reduce demands on your time. In addition, whilst a contingency recruiter may be working with multiple other clients at a time. A retained recruiter is 100% committed to working with you, which increases the final quality of hire.
So, what’s it to be? Retained recruitment or contingent?
The answer is clear to us.
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Engineering: Monthly Sector Spotlight
Continue ReadingMonthly Sector Spotlight: Engineering
Welcome to New Chapter’s Monthly Sector Spotlights!
Each month we will be sitting down and having a chat with consultants about the FMCG sector they recruit into. This week, we sat down with Principal Consultant for the Engineering industry, Luke McDonnell.
Meet Luke!
Luke is a recruitment superstar in the Manufacturing industry.
He has expansive knowledge of the FMCG manufacturing industry, with industry experience ranging from Dairy, Ambient Food, Chilled Food, Meat, Beverages and Consumer goods.
Have a quick read of what Luke has said about recruiting within Engineering and where he sees the future of the industry going…
What do you find interesting about recruiting in the Engineering industry?
I really enjoy speaking to candidates in different sectors of engineering, you get to learn how different products are made and it is like an episode of ‘Inside the Factory’ with Gregg Wallace. From yoghurts been made in Shropshire to bread getting baked in Bradford, Ginger beer in Blackburn to cider in Somerset you get an insight to how foods and beverages get from the factory to table on a daily basis by speaking to engineers in the industry.
What skillsets do you recruit for within the Engineering sector?
Predominantly I recruit for Multi Skilled Engineers (Electrical or Mechanical Bias), these engineers are responsible for making sure production keeps running so products can still get on shelves in supermarkets. I also recruit more specialist roles including Reliability Engineers, Automation Engineers, Project Engineers and Engineering Managers.
Has there been any recent changes within your industry that has affected the way your clients conduct business?
Not really, engineering has been a business-critical function throughout COVID-19. Recruitment has not stopped and a lot of good names within FMCG are still expanding their teams even in Projects/Automation and Reliability functions! It’s a great time for engineering candidates to be looking for a new role.
Has there been a recent change in the type of candidate your clients are looking for?
FMCG manufacturing companies do seem to be investing more in automation so these skillsets are on demand, but I do not think much has changed apart from that. Manufacturing companies are always on the look out for good engineers and It seems that candidates are more hesitant to move now! I think one thing to remember as an engineering candidate is that your role is business critical and its safe to move! Especially in the Food/Beverage/Pharmaceutical sector!
Where do you see the future of the Engineering industry going within the food/beverage and pharmaceutical sectors?
I think companies are going to continue to invest in automation and reliability within engineering, it is the way forward. Streamlining and optimising processes seems to be at the forefront of good engineering managers minds and it’s a great time to start upskilling for engineers into these functions to try and support the drive forward in engineering.
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Veganuary Recipe Cards
Continue ReadingVeganuary Recipe Cards
To give you some inspiration for this years Veganuary the consultants at New Chapter have decided on a selection of their favourite veganuary recipe cards. We are sure your fridge is now stocked with vegan cheese, tofu, etcetera, however these recipes will make use of staple foods that you’ll easily find around the house.
Veganuary is a great initiative that encourages people to try a vegan diet for the month of January, with the aim of promoting a more sustainable and ethical way of eating. There are numerous health and environmental benefits associated with a plant-based diet, and many people find that it can be an enjoyable and fulfilling way to eat.
Fortunately, there are now many delicious and nutritious vegan foods available, and a wide variety of vegan recipes that can be easily prepared at home. From plant-based meats and cheeses to nutrient-rich fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes, there are plenty of options to choose from that can make transitioning to a vegan diet easier than ever.
Will you be partaking in Veganuary this year?
So whether you’re planning to make a lifestyle change or just want to experiment with veganism for a month, there are many resources available to help you get started. Websites such as Veganuary and The Vegan Society provide information, recipes, and support for those interested in exploring a vegan lifestyle. Additionally, many grocery stores and restaurants now offer vegan options, making it easier than ever to find delicious and satisfying vegan foods.
So whether you’re a committed vegan or just curious about plant-based eating, there are plenty of options available to help you enjoy a healthy and sustainable diet.
We hope you enjoy these tasty recipes!
