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Initial Consultation

We begin by gaining a deep understanding of your needs, goals, and challenges. This allows us to design the most effective, tailored strategies and solutions to meet your unique requirements.

Strategy Formation

Leveraging insights from our analysis, we create a bespoke strategy that integrates tech-driven and database solutions, clear timelines, and defined milestones, all supported by regular feedback.

Implementation and Locate

With our strategy in place, we implement the solution, ensuring each phase is executed precisely and efficiently. Drawing on our experience and range of tools, we focus on finding what you need.

Successful hire and process completion

The project lifecycle is complete only when you’ve secured the right individual for your business. At this stage, we maintain ongoing contact to ensure everything is progressing as expected.

Our Minimum Standards

With our extensive experience in the industry, we understand the importance of setting clear standards and agreeing on service levels. Below is our commitment to you, regardless of the package or route you choose when engaging with EPS.

Which solution suits your needs?

Contingency based stratergies

Contingency recruitment is the most widely recognized approach, where fees are based solely on the successful placement of a candidate within your team. While our process and commitment to quality remain consistent, this model typically results in a faster selection process. As a result, you’ll likely meet with a broader range of candidates compared to the more selective nature of retained recruitment.

This approach is particularly suitable for junior and mid-level roles.

We interview prior to representation

Extensive internal and external database searches

Consultaiton and feedback as standard

Full overview & analysis of candidates upon representation

Retained Search & Selection

Retained recruitment is typically an exclusive arrangement, where we are the sole agency entrusted with your recruitment needs. Working on a retained basis allows us to dedicate more time and resources to building a tailored shortlist of candidates who best match your requirements. We provide a comprehensive analysis of each candidate’s background, ensuring they align with your needs.

Unlike contingency-based recruitment, the retained model involves upfront costs. These are typically structured as a 30-30-40 split, with payments made at three stages: engagement, candidate representation, and the successful start of the placement.

Full focus recruitment model

Extensive use of internal and external databases

Investment in alternative sourcing methods and tools

Meetings with candidates held prior to representation

RPO

Through our eps.direct business, our RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) service seamlessly takes over your recruitment function. In practice, this means we become your go-to recruitment partner, working closely alongside your teams to support every level of your organisation.

We bring the expertise of our legal and HR network to assist with contracts and HR matters, while also offering tailored on-site solutions to meet your comprehensive recruitment needs.

Get in touch with us to learn more about how we can transform your recruitment process.

Recruitment strategy

Tailored solutions

You're 'virtual' on-site recruiter

Consultation with directors, HR and hiring managers

Utilises our extensive legal and HR network

Advertisement & Marketing

We’re experts in marketing opportunities, we’ve psoted well over 5000 over the years!

We can offer direct advertising across multiple channels, often reaching a wider range of job boards than are available to direct employers. Our volume purchasing allows us to secure significantly lower pricing. We can tailor job adverts to meet your specific requirements, with applications sent directly to you, managed through our team or this service can seamlessly integrate with any of the previous options.

Our advertisement-only service is provided under our eps.direct brand, and further details are available upon request.

Job spec development

Advert creation

Marketing and branding advice

Response analysis and quanitification

Can be switched to contingency recruitment during process (please enquire for information)

Frequently Asked Questions

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What do eps.recruitment do?

eps.recruitment is a recruitment agency that specialises in providing tailored recruitment solutions to meet the hiring needs of businesses. Their services include:

Contingency or Retained Recruitment Solutions: Offering both contingency and retained recruitment services to meet the specific needs of businesses.
Integration with Other Services: eps.recruitment can integrate with various recruitment solutions, providing flexibility for companies to choose the services that best fit their needs.
Direct Advertising: Advertising vacancies through multiple channels, often reaching more extensive job boards than direct employers can access, helping attract a larger pool of candidates.
Cost-Effective Solutions: Due to their volume purchasing power, they can offer more competitive pricing for advertising and recruitment services.
Legal and HR Assistance: Through their network, eps.recruitment can provide added value to the recruitment process, offering advice on matters beyond just recruitment, including legal and HR-related concerns.

How do you create a shortlist of suitable candidates?

eps.recruitment creates a shortlist of qualified candidates through a meticulous, multi-step process designed to ensure the best fit for each role. The process includes:

In-Depth Understanding of Client Needs:
We begin by thoroughly understanding the client’s requirements, including the job description, key responsibilities, essential skills, and the company’s culture. This ensures we know exactly what the ideal candidate should bring to the table.
Targeted Sourcing of Candidates:
We use a variety of sourcing strategies, from our internal database and extensive network to job boards and social media. We also proactively reach out to passive candidates who may not be actively job hunting but possess the right skills and experience.
Comprehensive Screening and Assessment:
Our team conducts rigorous screenings to assess each candidate’s qualifications, experience, and cultural fit. This process typically includes resume reviews, initial interviews, and skills assessments. We may also use psychometric tests or other tools to evaluate aptitude and suitability.
Curated Shortlist of Top Candidates:
Based on the results of the screening and assessments, we create a curated shortlist of candidates who closely match the client’s criteria. Our focus is not only on qualifications but also on ensuring candidates align with the company’s values and culture.
Client Review and Selection:
We present the shortlisted candidates to the client, providing detailed profiles highlighting each candidate’s strengths, experience, and fit for the role. Clients can then review, provide feedback, and select the candidates they wish to move forward with

What happens after shortlisting?

At eps.recruitment, we value feedback and are committed to keeping both our clients and candidates informed throughout the recruitment process. Whether the feedback is positive or constructive, we ensure that it is always communicated promptly and transparently. After presenting the shortlist, our process continues as follows:

Interview Coordination and Feedback Management:
We facilitate the interview process, ensuring smooth communication between the client and candidates. After each interview, we gather feedback from both parties to inform the next steps and ensure the client is fully satisfied with the candidates.
Final Selection and Offer Management:
Once the interviews are complete, we support the client in making their final selection. We ensure that the chosen candidate not only meets the role’s requirements but is also a great fit for the company’s culture. We then assist with offer management to secure the candidate’s acceptance.

How long does it take to recruit?

The time it takes to recruit can vary depending on several factors, including the complexity of the role, the industry, and the availability of suitable candidates. However, generally speaking, eps.recruitment aims to streamline the process to ensure a timely and efficient recruitment experience.

Here is a typical timeline:

Initial Consultation & Role Briefing:
After receiving the job brief, we take the time to understand the client’s needs, the role’s requirements, and the company culture.
Sourcing Candidates:
Once we have a clear understanding of the role, we begin sourcing candidates. This phase can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the role’s complexity and market demand. In some cases it can take several months for senior or bespoke positions.
Screening & Shortlisting:
We review CVs, conduct initial interviews, and assess candidates’ skills and suitability. Shortlisting candidates usually takes several days once candidates have been sourced. We will, in most cases, continue to source once a shortlist has been represented to you.
Client Review & Interviews (7-14 days):
After presenting the shortlist, we coordinate with clients for interviews. This step depends on the client’s availability and interview scheduling but we ask it takes a maximum of one week as shortlsied candidates will often have more than one opportunity.
Further interviews:
Second and possibly third stage.
Final Selection & Offer management (5-7 days):
Once the interviews are complete, the client makes their final selection. We then handle offer management, including negotiations and securing the candidate’s acceptance.
Resignation and notice management:
We work with the candidate to make the transition as easy as possible. We keep in contact throughout their notice.

While this is an average timeline, the process can be faster for urgent or less complex roles, or it may take longer for senior-level or highly specialised positions.

We always strive to meet the client’s deadlines while ensuring the recruitment process is thorough and effective.

Are there any up front costs?

Whether there are any upfront costs with eps.recruitment depends on the type of recruitment service you choose. Here’s an outline of the potential costs:

Contingency Recruitment:
In most cases, there are no upfront costs for contingency recruitment. The recruitment fee is typically paid only once a candidate has been successfully placed with your company. This fee is a percentage of the candidate’s first-year salary plus guaranteed bonuses and/or cars.
Retained Recruitment:
If you opt for retained recruitment, an upfront payment is required. This is a percentage of the total fee for the recruitment service and is paid at the start of the process. Retained recruitment involves a more dedicated, exclusive service, so the upfront fee covers the initial work involved in sourcing and screening candidates.
Advertising Fees:
If you require direct advertising services, there will be costs for job board postings, paid advertising, or other sourcing methods. These costs would generally be discussed upfront and would be separate from the recruitment fee if not using our other services.
Additional Services:
For extra services such as legal and HR assistance or any tailored support, there may be additional costs depending on the scope of the service required. These would be agreed upon in advance.

Overall, eps.recruitment aims to be transparent about any costs and will ensure that you are fully informed before committing to any service.

What guarantees do you give?

At eps.recruitment, we understand the importance of finding the right candidate for your business, and we strive to offer assurances that provide peace of mind throughout the recruitment process. Our guarantees include:

Candidate Fit Guarantee: We guarantee that we believe the candidates we present will meet the qualifications, experience, and cultural fit specified in the job brief. Our rigorous screening and interview process ensures we only shortlist candidates who align closely with your requirements.
Replacement Guarantee: Please request our terms for further details.
Timely Delivery Guarantee: We are committed to delivering results within agreed timelines. While recruitment timelines can vary, we ensure we work diligently to present a shortlist of candidates quickly, without compromising quality. We also keep you informed at each stage of the process.
Quality of Service Guarantee: If at any point you are not satisfied with the level of service provided by eps.recruitment, we will work with you to resolve any issues. This includes providing additional support, adjusting our approach, or offering alternative solutions.
Confidentiality Guarantee: We handle all candidate and client information with the highest level of confidentiality and data protection. Your business and candidate details are kept secure throughout the recruitment process.

These guarantees are designed to ensure you feel confident and supported while working with eps.recruitment, knowing that we are committed to delivering the best results with professionalism and dedication.