What was previously merely a conjecture has now been confirmed by our candidates in an extensive survey: they rate their experience of working with recruitment consultancies positively overall and particularly value the advice they receive.
For our latest survey, we have compiled 38 questions on the topic of „recruitment consultancies“. The aim was to gain an up-to-date and comprehensive picture of opinions regarding the service and image of recruitment consultancies. Over 10,000 candidates took part in this survey. Furthermore, for the first time, the candidates surveyed were given the opportunity to share their wishes, ideals and personal experiences of dealing with and working alongside recruitment consultancies.
Candidates would like to receive job offers at least once a month
At 80 per cent, the vast majority of survey respondents would like to be informed by a recruitment consultant about new vacancies and career opportunities at least once a month or more frequently. More than a quarter of all respondents (27 per cent) would like quite intensive support (weekly contact), whilst for 23 per cent of respondents, receiving information every two weeks is sufficient. Just under a third (30 per cent) of all respondents would like to be informed by their recruitment consultant about new career opportunities once a month.
This preference is also confirmed when the data is analysed in more detail by age group: across all the age groups analysed, a monthly frequency was most frequently cited as the preferred option, followed by a weekly information service.
Our survey on the topic of „recruitment consultancy“ is still ongoing. As well as the frequency of contact, it is also important to know which channels can be used to reach our candidates and at what times. More on this in the next blog post!
About the author
After completing his degree in Automotive Engineering and Industrial Engineering, he began his career in the automotive industry in the fields of sales, development and marketing, and also spent a year in Japan working for one of the largest automotive suppliers.
He then moved to a world-renowned premium car manufacturer, where he served as a marketing officer responsible for product marketing in Japan and South America, and as a marketing officer responsible for marketing strategy in North and South America.
In 1994, he decided to set up his own business and founded a recruitment consultancy in Munich, which he has been developing and expanding for over 20 years. As managing director, his main areas of focus are, naturally, the automotive sector and mechanical and plant engineering.
His PhD in the field of aptitude assessment perfectly complements his areas of expertise, particularly with regard to HR and management consultancy. His thesis focuses on identifying and demonstrating typical personality traits among engineers, as well as defining areas for development to ensure a successful career.
These are scientifically derived and presented in the book *Aptitude Testing in Practice*.
At the same time, his focus is on building networks and cooperation models, as well as the ongoing development of systems and processes in HR consultancy.
Over the past 20 years in the field of HR consultancy, he has developed several brands that continue to operate successfully in the market to this day.
