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5 Benefits of Hiring Temp Employees
5 Benefits of Hiring Temp Employees
Five Benefits of Hiring Temp Employees
There’s no denying that different businesses have different goals, as well as varying budgets. As such, some businesses can struggle when it comes to deciding whether they should consider using a Temporary Recruitment Agency to find a temp or to hire someone full-time.
While there are benefits in offering a full-time role, there may be some benefits associated with temporary employees that you may want to consider.
- Offers a Business Flexibility
For Example; a business in Richmond, Kingston or Twickenham will have times when the purse strings must be tightened. However, an upcoming project may mean that you’re in need of some urgent assistance. Sure, you could take on another employee, but will this be financially viable once the project is completed?
Opting for temp recruitment allows a business to draft in the right expertise for a project, for a period that suits them. Should any aspect of the project change, then a business can simply liaise with the company offering the temp recruitment services to discuss its requirements in more detail.
- Access to New Skills
There’s no denying how proactive and hard-working the modern-day employee is, but as every business has different goals, it stands to reason that they may need access to a series of different skills. What’s more, those who make use of temp recruitment agency are also introduced to new ways of working and thinking.
Temporary employees will have often worked on several different projects, which gives them access to different working strategies. Being able to transfer their skills to your project could unveil several other benefits. Even if you’re only able to find that you can save more time on a project, this can do a lot to generate more turnover for the company.
- Boost Morale in the Business
At certain times of the year, it’s not uncommon for a business to have a series of deadlines to meet. If certain employees aren’t up to scratch, the business could find it has to reduce holidays and start asking for overtime. This means that everyone working towards the end-goal can become disheartened and tired, leading to low morale. Depending on the time of year, you could also find that overtime can become costly.
Making use of a temp ensures that you can lighten the load for other workers, which in turn makes for a less-stressful environment. The calmer environment means employees are more productive, which in turn leads to higher morale.
- Faster Hiring Process
Nowadays, the recruitment process can take up a lot of time, especially if you’re looking to employ someone for a sensitive role. When you use a temp recruitment agency you’re able to get someone on board quickly, as you will be looking for technical skills as opposed to a cultural fit for the business. As temporary employees can hit the ground running for the most part, businesses can ensure that roles are fulfilled sooner rather than later.
- The Transition to Full-Time Employee is Seamless
While some companies are happy to make use of temp recruitment agency, there may come a time when you want a temporary employee to become a full-time member of staff, this allows employers to witness workers in action, and should they be deemed a good fit, there could be the offer of a full-time position. While those new to the company may have to learn the ropes and become familiar with what’s expected of them, a temporary employee will have already acquired the mindset to continue with the role.
The use of temp recruitment agency may not be the right fit for every business, but it does offer a way of supplementing your workforce during more trying times, without having to make an excessive investment.
Premier Office Recruitment Across South West London
Premier Office Recruitment Across South West London
Welcome to the Lamb Personnel blog. The main focus of this part of the website is to post interesting and relevant articles in relation to Temp and Permanent Office Recruitment all across South West London., Although the majority of the posts will be candidate-related, hopefully, we will post articles that are relevant to managers, business owners, and anyone who works in an office environment.
2017 will signal Lamb Personnel's 10th year in business. We haven’t decided yet how to celebrate it, but we have a few ideas on how we would like to thank everyone that we have worked with over the past decade.
With our new restructure, we adopted new processes and introduced some new sourcing technology to enhance our service offering, we now have a better and wider reach when sourcing and matching candidates to the perfect job. We also added a new IT Division, where we focus on a wide range of specialist roles.
When recruiting for our clients, we follow a strict process so no shortcuts are taken, this way we can ensure that the service we offer to both parties is optimal. If you are looking for a job please click here to understand our process. If you are looking to hire please click here. It should give you a good idea on the focus and effort we apply to each and every engagement.
Lamb Personnel is a Richmond and Twickenham Recruitment agency focusing on office jobs, we cover areas a wide range of Office Jobs. Call us now on 020 3965 6699 if you would like us to help you find a job or find your next hire.
PA and EA Recruitment London
PA or EA Recruitment - we are here to support you!
Lamb Personnel have a wealth of experience when it comes to recruiting PAs and EAs in both the central and greater London areas.
Apart from recruiting many PAs and EAs over the past 10 years. Recruitment Manager 'Aimee Weston' was a successful PA herself in a previous career, so she is knowledgeable and experienced in the subject, understanding the nuances of finding the right fit for both you and your business.
The role of the PA/EA has evolved over the last decade. The more traditional skills that the PA has been widely recognised for are not as prominent today. PAs are expected to have a wider range of skill set, from social media and project management to marketing skills.
PA Experience - Secretarial Administration Temp or Perm
The majority of PA roles will require at least 2 years of relevant experience, most PA's will have come from some type of Administrative role previous so they will have good experience working across secretarial and administrative activities, possibly starting in a more junior secretarial role.
Many PAs break into the profession by working in short term temp assignments, quickly building up a wide variety of experience across different organisations who will offer valuable on the job training, and then settle into a longer-term PA /EA role.
What are the salaries for PAs in London
Salaries of PA's can vary greatly taking into account a number of different factors. Salaries can start at £18,000 up to £25,000 outside of London, In Central London, they can range anywhere from £23,000 to £35,000.
More Senior Level PA's starting salaries can range from £25,000 to £33,000 and again Central London will pay a premium ranging from £30,000 to £50,000 depending on industry and the business in question.
* Pitman Training - Range of PA Diplomas: www.pitman-training.com/
* Souters Training - Diplomas in Secretarial Studies: http://www.souterstraining.
* Global PA Association: http://www.
Some of the generic non-job specific attributes or experiences of a typical PA/EA might include:
* A friendly and professional demeanour.
* If working with a number of Executives, the ability to support a number of different personalities, so ability to juggle these and manage diaries.
* Meticulous attention to detail and follow-through.
* Ability to multi-task, use your own initiative, have excellent planning and organisation skills.
* Ability to build internal relationships across the business at all levels.
* Complete discretion when handling matters of confidentiality.
* Strong influencing skills.
* Good Ms Office Skills and the ability to pick up new systems easily.
* Excellent communications skills both written and verbal.
* Experience of taking Meeting Minutes.
* Organise and book travel, this could be local, regional or international.
* Create and edit and format PowerPoint presentations.
* Depending on the level of the role there will usually be ad-hoc projects.
Senior PA Responsibilities and Duties
Apart from supporting the executive or director, some Senior PA's will have a wider workload and responsibilities, other duties may include project-specific tasks, working with budgets, forecasts and accounts, being involved in various decision-making processes. Deputising for the executive or the director and delegating work to others.
If you are looking for a PA or an EA to join your business, either part-time, temporary or permanent or full-time, contact Lamb Personnel. We will save you time and effort and make the entire process a lot easier. Call us now on: 020 3965 6699
Tips for the Interviewer
Tips for the Interviewer
Some thoughts on the candidate interview
Most of our posts are focused on the candidate, but this time we wanted to put the spotlight on the interviewers, and company recruiters. Everyone will have their own style and approach, so even if you pick up one new idea, it could make the experience for the candidate a better one.
Here are some tips on how to properly interview a candidate
Brand Ambassador
- Sounds obvious, but YOU are the brand ambassador; chances are that you will be the first person from the company that the interviewee will see/meet so make sure you make a good first impression.
- If the candidate ends up taking a job in your company, they will remember the experience; be it positive or negative.
- Be on time, and of course be friendly to you guest. Make them feel at ease; as they could be feeling nervous, and in some cases, they might end up being your boss!
- If other employees are not too busy, it would be nice to get the candidate to meet them; this way you can see how they interact with other members of staff, also, it introduces them to the office life and staff they could be working alongside. We are always surprised when interviewers never give their preferred candidates a glimpse of their work environment – until the day they start.
Salary
Try to enter the interview room with a good idea on what your salary framework is. If it's not your call, talk to HR or the hiring person and decide what salary and benefits you can get approved. Far too often the negotiation breaks down because the interviewer sets false expectations with the candidate.
Ask behavioural open-ended questions
For example “tell me how you felt when”, avoid questions where the candidate can give a yes/no answer, you need to open up the conversation and probe into their past experiences.
Be aware of the nonverbal signals
We often hear that the interviewer talked about him/herself nonstop. Please be aware that – although you may have a HUGE passion for your job and company, it’s the candidate that should be doing most of the talking.
Understand the role you are interviewing for
It’s so important that you understand and can talk about the job you are interviewing for. This will not only help you sell the job to the candidate in question, but also make them have a positive impression of both you and your company.
Remember to follow up
Whether the candidate was / or was not a good match for your company, please remember to follow up and give some feedback, the phrase "win or learn" comes into play here. Whether your feedback loop is with your internal managers or the recruitment firm, this part of the process is considerate and makes YOU look professional, so it's important that you remember to 'top and tail' the process.
PA and EA Recruitment in South West London
PA Recruitment in South West London
PA Recruitment and Jobs in South West London
Advice on PA Recruitment (for the hirer and the candidate).
If you require a Personal Assistant (PA) or an Executive Assistant (EA) for your business, Lamb Personnel are perfectly positioned at PA Recruitment in South West London.
We are experts at digging deep when understanding requirements; both from a skills standpoint as well as a personality standpoint. Working with a PA or EA can differ from company to company, and we put a lot of focus into ensuring the fit is right on both sides.
One part that can be often overlooked is the relationship between the PA and the Executive. This is vitally important that you take into account that patience and personality are often more important than typing speed and industry experience.
The Perfect Personal Assistant (PA) or Executive Assistant (EA)
It's often important that the PA / EA can network with colleagues and clients alike. Someone who understands the company culture and understands the wider picture inside and outside the organisation.
The PA / Executive relationship can be a sensitive situation, so it must be managed correctly.
There may be times when the PA / Executive will have to work late and spend a lot of time on the phone with the other party, so it's important from both sides that your partner approves and respects the working relationship, particularly when working overtime or where travel is involved. This can and does cause problems so it's best to discuss with your partner well in advance.
A good PA /EA will take initiative and think outside the box in order to make the executive's business life easier and stress-free.
Tips to get off to a good start
Is there a difference between a PA & EA?
We specialise in office support recruitment. Whether it be permanent, temporary or temp to perm recruitment across the Richmond, Twickenham, Hampton, Kingston, Hounslow, Isleworth, Brentford and surrounding SW London areas.
Advice for your CV Cover Letter!
Advice for your CV Cover Letter!
Try and get the fundamentals right because you don’t get a second chance to make a first impression.
Sometimes a cover letter can be the difference between securing an interview and missing out. A well-written cover letter allows a hiring manager to see your value, experiences and achievements in a cohesive and well-written format. It can demonstrate your way with words, particularly for jobs where written communication is key.
Normally a cover letter should be no longer than two pages (between 1-2) and should focus on describing why you want the job, your experience and what makes you a good fit for the role in question. This is a good opportunity for you to directly link your past experiences and current skills with the exact particulars with the job you are applying for. The more you can customise your cover letter to suit the role in question the better.
Getting the basics right
If you do want to include a cover letter, its important to get the basic right, and you would be surprised at how many candidates make basic mistakes, like including hiring manager and companies names from previous job applications, so always make sure you have the correct name of the recruiter or manager, especially if you use a template letter. Always say the title of the job you are applying for, to make it clear to the hiring manager, as they will likely be hiring for several positions.
Your latest and greatest cv
Make sure you are attaching the best and newest version of your CV along with your cover letter, word document is preferred as you want the recruiter/ hiring manager to be able to open it. (tips on writing a great cv coming soon).
Linking to the actual job
Make sure that you refer back to the job description! Eg if the job has mentioned they want good team management, outline what team management experiences you have from past jobs, what challenges you faced and how you overcame them. If they give a list of duties, reference them as well “I am good at organising stock due to my 2 years at job xyz”.
What are you doing now?
If you are currently working whilst applying for a new job make sure to detail what you currently do, what are your tasks and duties? What are you responsible for? If there are any relevant anecdotes make sure to briefly write them down; eg the particularly challenging time when two of your support colleagues were on annual leave and you successfully supported the entire office by yourself ”.
Your Pastimes
This is your time to set yourself apart from other applicants! Do you volunteer? Great! Detail where and why you do this. Write about what you enjoy doing in your spare time, as this could be an excellent way for you to differentiate yourself from other applicants.
Make it interesting and unique if possible, as this will catch the eye of the recruiter or manager.
Relevance
To often than not, a generic letter will accompany a job application where specific sentences and facts will have no relevance to the job in question, please don’t fall into this category, the cover letter is designed to help you sell yourself for the job in question. It allows you the perfect opportunity to do so outside the parameters of a standard cv, so please make good use of it.