Get Ahead in Facilities Management: The Power of Recruiter Assistance
You've made the decision. Things aren't working out in your job, whether it's your boss, the hours, the pay, or whatever the reason, you know it's time for your next move. One question on your mind is likely, 'Should I use a recruiter?' While you can search job boards and apply for relevant jobs yourself, there are enormous benefits to using an experienced FM recruiter. If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed with your job search, using an FM-focused recruiter can help make the process smoother and easier.
9 Ways a Recruiter Can Help You
Looking for your next Facilities Management career move can be daunting, especially if you've been in your current role for a long time. Recruiters who know the FM market interact with dozens of individuals like you every week, and just as importantly, they communicate with dozens of hiring managers. They can help you understand what's a sensible approach, what financial packages are on offer, and how to get the best role for you. Here's how a recruiter can help:
1. Market Knowledge
Specialist recruiters in the FM sector know the market like the back of their hand. They are familiar with the top companies, the best employers, and the hiring landscape. This knowledge can save you a lot of time.
2. Direct Access to Hiring Managers
A recruiter who knows the market and relevant companies can get your CV directly to hiring managers and follow up for feedback. This can be the difference between getting an interview or not, and saves you the time of filling out application forms for each company.
3. Early Access to Job Opportunities
Recruiters often know who's hiring before jobs are advertised. They can put you forward before the wider job-seeking public even knows about the opening. In a busy market like Facilities Management, this can be crucial and could result in you getting your dream role faster.
4. Matching You with the Right Jobs
No one likes wasting time. Recruiters can help you avoid applying for or interviewing for jobs that aren't right for you. They can identify which roles are a good fit, saving you hours of filling out applications or travelling to unsuitable interviews. This means you can spend your time more effectively.
5. Interview Preparation and Coaching
Recruiters provide advice on what to expect in interviews and highlight areas of your experience to focus on. They will guide you through the process and let you know what the company is looking for in potential employees.
6. CV Advice
Recruiters know how to structure a CV to ensure it is seen by and appeals to hiring managers. This means information can be edited on your CV to make sure you're in the best possible place to apply for roles.
7. Negotiating the Right Package
It's not always about the basic salary. With mobile FM engineer roles, factors like on-call rates, travel time, overtime, and pension contributions are important. Recruiters can discuss the pros and cons of different offers and negotiate on your behalf, knowing how much to ask for without risking the offer.
8. Handling Awkward Questions
Interview advice often suggests avoiding questions about salary, holidays, sick pay, and travel time. Recruiters have already asked these questions and know the details of the package, which they can discuss without any awkwardness for you.
9. Advice on Resigning and Counteroffers
Leaving your current role and transitioning to a new position is a big step. Recruiters can advise on how and when to hand in your notice and what to do if you receive a counteroffer, helping you avoid burning bridges in what can be considered a small industry.
Calibre Search has been serving the Facilities Management industry for over 15 years, placing hundreds of engineers each year.
To speak to an experienced consultant, call John Cassidy on 0113 234 6047, email him at john.cassidy@calibresearch.co.uk, or check out our FM jobs page here.
