Why use a Specialist Property Recruitment Agency?
Using a property recruitment specialist to fill positions in your estate agency may not be something you’ve considered before. However, there are many great benefits that you are missing out on. From saving time to hire, saving money and finding candidates that truly mirror your company values and culture.
Partnering with a specialist property recruitment agency can significantly enhance and streamline your hiring process, helping to attract the right talent for every role, from entry-level positions through to director level, while providing valuable support to internal recruiters, estate agency owners and hiring managers, ultimately enabling your business to grow.
Strengthening your hiring process, not replacing it
If you are a hiring manager or an internal recruiter then using a specialist property recruitment agency can provide much needed manpower when your plate is full. It allows you to outsource a lot of the hard work and much of the admin associated with recruitment. This enables you to concentrate on your current staff and the bigger picture. As a specialist property Recruitment agency, we will also handle the more uncomfortable parts of the recruitment process, such as liaising with rejected candidates, which is hugely important to consider.
It’s important to think of your recruitment agency as an extended part of your team. Let them get to know you and your company, giving insight into key elements, such as the culture and the candidate qualities that you are looking for. Build a good relationship and you will discover they will be able to bring you a higher calibre of candidates, handpicked for your business. This will lead to a quicker process, better hires and a stronger staff retention.
Good recruiters have a major influence on which companies candidates go to work for. They trust our judgement and industry knowledge. We have had situations where candidates were not even going to go for an interview, but having persuaded them to trust us they have gone, been pleasantly surprised, been offered and accepted the job!
Property Personnel will:
- Act as an extension of your team
- Interview and identify the most suitable candidates
- Handle rejections and candidate feedback
- Have an influence on the candidates’ decision-making
Saving time, securing talent and reducing hiring risk
You could argue that many of the topics discussed above are things you could probably do in-house. However, the efficiency offered by outsourcing time-consuming tasks such as writing job advertisements, screening applications, interviewing both face to face and on the telephone, shouldn’t be underestimated.
You get far more from agency fees than just time-saving…
Using a specialist property recruitment agency means you are employing an expert in the estate agency field. We know the industry inside and out, and can advise on things such as salary benchmarks – all as part of the service. Not only are we able to help negotiate the best salary, one that is appropriate and in-line with current market conditions, but a good recruitment agency should also be able to advise you on exactly what you need to do to hire that top candidate that everyone else is after.
Recruiters have access to a wider pool of candidates
In fact, many of the best candidates within the property sector are passive i.e. they are not out there actively looking for a job. They often surreptitiously register with specialist property recruitment agencies, providing details on their dream role, should it become available. This enables them to get on with their current job knowing that should a great opportunity within the property sector come along they will not miss out. By hiring a trusted property recruitment agency, you have access to these candidates before they even know they’re looking for a new job!
Benefits for your company
There are also numerous benefits to you and your brand that come with partnering with a specialist property recruitment agency. By instructing an recruitment agency, a competitor is less likely to know that you have a vacancy and so cannot exploit a potential weakness. This confidentiality works particularly well if you are a larger company, as it dissuades unsuitable candidates drawn to your brand’s name. The thorough screening process means you will only see the very best candidates most suited to your company.
As a smaller business, you can benefit too. Whilst many large companies have a recognised employer brand, many smaller businesses don’t. A good specialist property recruitment agency can give potential candidates a real insight in to your business – the benefits of working for you, along with a great feel for the culture. We will be able to represent you as an employer of choice.
By acting as a go-between, we can also get accurate feedback from candidates about your company regarding what they do and don’t like, which has helped many of our clients improve their employer brand and recruitment process.
Using the same agency for more than one hire will mean the recruiters can build an even better understanding of your company, making the hiring process more efficient each time. In closing, the benefits of using Property Personnel are many and varied. We provide invaluable advice to both parties throughout the recruitment process and, as a company, we go above and beyond the call of duty! Don’t just take our word for it though…contact us and find out for yourself!
FAQs
What does a Property Recruitment Agency do?
A Property Recruitment Agency specialises in sourcing, screening and placing high-quality candidates within the estate agency sector. From entry-level roles through to director-level appointments, we support hiring managers and internal recruiters by managing time-consuming tasks such as job advertising, candidate screening and interview coordination. This allows your business to focus on day-to-day operations while ensuring you attract the right talent.
Why should I use a Property Recruitment Agency instead of hiring in-house?
Partnering with a specialist Property Recruitment Agency helps streamline and strengthen your hiring process without replacing your internal team. We reduce the workload on hiring managers by handling administration, candidate sourcing and initial screening, while also providing expert insight into salary benchmarking and market conditions. This leads to faster hires, improved candidate quality and reduced hiring risk.
How does a Property Recruitment Agency help me find better candidates?
A specialist Property Recruitment Agency gives you access to a wider and often passive talent pool, candidates who are not actively applying for jobs but are open to the right opportunity. We also take time to understand your company culture, values and ideal candidate profile, allowing us to present only highly suitable, pre-qualified individuals. This results in stronger matches, better retention and a more efficient recruitment process.
What roles do Property Personnel recruit for?
We recruit for a wide range of positions across the property sector. These include residential sales and lettings, property management, new homes, land and development, as well as senior leadership and specialist appointments within estate agencies. This broad coverage ensures support for both candidates and employers across all levels of the residential property industry.
