Take a quick look at our October hiring implications and strategies.
take a look:
october hiring insights
Take a look:
october hiring implications and hiring insights
HIGH CANDIDATE VOLUME / COMPETITION:
Because of many job-seekers are active in October, you can expect a large flood of applications. Be ready with efficient screening and filtering mechanisms (eg. applicant tracking, pre-qualifying questions).
BE SELECTIVE WITH PERMANENT HIRES:
Some firms can become cautious in October, especially given economic uncertainties. You may prefer to consider temp or contract hires. Be prepared to adjust your offering or timeline.
LEVERAGE SEASONAL MOVEMENT:
Many clients want to fill roles before the year ends or spend the remainder of their recruitment budgets. Advertising roles with 'immediate start' or 'start in 2025' might attract more candidates.
FOCUS ON ROLES THAT TEND TO PEAK:
Roles in Education, Health and Social Care, Technical and Contract work tends to spike during October. Also, sectors with project needs (IT, Engineering) may also see more demand. Be prepared and know where to look for your staff if this happens.
MAKE YOUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS FLAWLESS:
Speedy responses, clear communication, and smooth interview processes will help you stand out from your hiring competition.
BE MINDFUL OF SALARY EXPECTATIONS AND FLEXIBILITY:
With more applicants available, more candidates might be price-sensitive. Also, offering remote / hybrid options could help widen your talent pool.
BUDGET AND FORECASTING CAUTION:
Because of uncertainty (budgets, economic shifts) it's wise to plan for contingency, such as hiring freezes or delayed approvals.
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How much will it cost for you to find me a job?
It’s an age-old myth that recruitment agencies charge candidates. Our services to candidates are completely free of charge. We offer CV writing, career advice, interview preparation (and more), and we don’t charge you a penny!
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Can I register with more than one agency at a time?
Yes, absolutely, and we recommend you do so to ensure you’re getting your name out there. What we do ask is that you’re honest with both parties. Keep everyone informed of all your job activities, and there should be no issues in doing this.
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Why should I register with Juice Personnel instead of just finding my own job?
Juice Personnel is a reputable recruitment agency with over 60 years of combined professional experience among our consultants. Our in-depth market knowledge is second to none, and our links with local businesses cover the whole of West Yorkshire, giving us access to hundreds of available opportunities. We will fully manage your application and can offer advice, guidance, or a friendly chat should you need us to!
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I’ve applied for a vacancy online. Does this mean you’ve sent my CV to your client?
No, no and no! We pride ourselves on meeting every single candidate we work with. Any recruiters worth their salt will do the same! It’s our professional duty to ensure that we match the right people to the right business, and there is no way we can do this without meeting you first. We also NEVER send your details anywhere without getting your consent first.
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I’ve sent my CV to you and haven’t heard anything. Why is this?
We receive hundreds of CVs daily, so it’s physically impossible to reply to every candidate. We reach out to as many people as possible, but we state in our adverts that if we haven’t contacted you within 48 hours, you can assume your CV wasn’t shortlisted. If in doubt – pick up the phone. We’re always happy to talk about recruitment.
