They say looking for a job can be a full time job, but so too can filling the position. There is much debate about the value of using an external resource to help you fill your vacancies.

Anyone who has been in the game for long enough has probably tried a mix of both, with varying degrees of success. Never mind the considerable amount of time and effort that goes into defining a recruiting solution or process, the real pain of recruiting is the cost of a bad hire.

At FMI we are in a unique position as we work in the industry for which we recruit. We speak to senior clients daily, giving us incredible insight into what they need, and we work to understand the nuances of this need and the underlying business problem they are looking to address. We then set about drafting the job description for the position and tap into our extensive network to find the best suited candidate.

As we frequently recruit for new campaigns, we get to see and meet plenty of talented candidates across all levels, and we have become adept at identifying candidates who not only have the required skills but also the right attitude. Furthermore, we also assess to ensure that the candidate will be the right cultural fit for the employing company. Hiring based on shared values and cultural beliefs is arguably one of the most important aspects to consider when looking to fill a position, as this helps to ensure employee retention and to reduce costly turnover.

Company culture can either be decisively defined or it comes about as a collection of beliefs and experiences of those on the team. FMI works closely with our clients to understand your culture and to define the core values of your organization and then sets about asking a series of questions of the candidate that helps us to assess whether they are a fit for your organization. This elimination process can take a considerable amount of time. Not all businesses are able to dedicate the time and resources to the thoroughness that this process requires.

At FMI we believe that our strength is our people. We understand the importance of having the right people in the right job and we invest the time in our recruitment process to reflect these values.
So if you decide to undertake the recruitment process yourself be sure to invest the time it takes to secure the right fit and avoid the pain of making the wrong hire. Otherwise give us a call.