What is the difference between a portfolio FD and a part time FD?
The Finance Director (FD) plays a key role in a business large or small and their ‘worth’ may be observed in
strategic planning
commercial contribution
operational performance
How do companies use algorithms to recruit?
Algorithms are essentially a way a computer processes data.
What is the difference between recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and recruitment firms?
Before I answer this question, it’s worth defining what recruitment process outsourcing or an RPO is.
Why is recruitment important?
Good recruitment is vital for every business
Should cost be a factor in choosing a recruitment partner?
Cost is a key consideration in choosing a recruitment partner, but so is understanding the quality of the hire.
What is the shortest/longest interim assignment you have been engaged on?
Interim professionals by the very nature of what they do are focused on outcomes.
How do you vet interim professionals or contractors before I engage them in my business?
It is incredibly important to vet staff when it comes to hiring decisions
How do you grow your professional network?
Growing my professional network is incredibly important to me and is the bloodline of my business.
How do you match candidates to client requirements regarding brief culture, etc?
Whilst there are numerous technological advances throughout our industry, mistakes are made if we ignore the human element which impact on candidates and the company’s reputation.
What percentage of your work is referral or recommendation?
82% of our business is from referral and recommendation.
How do you go about applying for a PSL?
A PSL (preferred supplier list – also referred to as a preferred supplier agreement or preferred supplied framework) can be beneficial for many businesses
How do I attract good candidates when the program may not be viewed as exciting?
The interim market swings in favour of quality interim professionals. Top interim professionals know how in demand they are, what their offering is, the value they bring to an assignment and the legacy they leave behind.
How do you keep on top of current trends and professional development?
It’s important to keep abreast of what’s going on, but not be overwhelmed by it. I use a variety of methods to keep myself educated:
What is the difference between a temporary worker and an interim professional?
Most businesses will use a contingent workforce, made up of freelancers, consultants, temporary workers, and interim professionals.
How do I weed out people who want permanent roles when I am recruiting for an interim position and want professional interims?
Your recruitment partner, be that internal or external, should be your guide on this. Sometimes it is easy to identify from a CV.
What can you expect from a Recruitment Process?
This will differ from consultancy to consultancy, job to job, level of seniority of role etc.
What is the difference between a Recruitment Consultant and an HR Consultant?
Quite simply a Recruitment Consultant is someone who focuses specifically on recruiting and all their activities are dedicated to this process.
What does a Recruitment Consultant do?
I could spend a very long time answering this so I’m going to focus on a few key areas which, in my opinion, are the foundation blocks of the recruitment process.
Why am I paying a temporary to permanent conversion fee?
If you’ve been using a temporary agency or consultancy worker, you may decide you would like to employ them on a permanent basis.
How are interim day rates calculated?
Interim professionals charge a day rate based on their track record, experience, seniority level and the value the business will receive from that interim solution.