Collaborative recruiting is an integral part of matching candidates and clients together for the long term. A professional recruiting company will employ a variety of strategies to make sure that companies get access to only the very best qualified candidates to join their team. Collaborative recruiting is one of those strategies. In order to provide maximum service and satisfaction, there are 5 immutable laws that all recruiting companies must follow:

1) Timely Feedback

In order to find the right candidates in the least amount of time, it’s crucial for companies to give timely feedback on each candidate that the recruiting company provides. Whether the feedback is good or bad, it gives valuable information on what type of candidates are best suited for the company, and that information can be communicated globally to the other collaborating firms. With open communication between all parties, results can be achieved much faster.

2) Updated Profiles

Having updated profiles on all candidates will help to ensure that the candidates that are provided are qualified, available and experienced. Collaborative recruiting is all about finding the best candidates that are a good fit today, not a year ago, or even a month ago. Again, clear communication between all parties will help ensure the best fit, every time.

3) Understanding Clients

When companies search for the right candidate, they must ensure that the recruiting agent understands exactly what they’re looking for, what the perfect candidate looks like, and the general culture of the company. Mission statement, goals, forecasts, five year plans, etc. The more information a company can convey, the better chance of finding the right candidate quickly.

4) Utilize all resources

Today’s technology allows for several different resources to be used. It’s no longer difficult to find global candidates who are willing to relocate. With social media, email, and other online strategies, global recruiting and collaborating has never been easier. (The Griffin Groupe allows you to access a national network of recruiting resources)

5) Personal Touch

A professional recruiting firm will provide clients with one point of contact. This ensures that the entire experience is a more personal one. Having one go-to person to answer questions, concerns and issues will help to ensure a more pleasurable experience for everyone involved. It will also make the process quicker and more efficient.

When you need to find the right fit for your business, contact a recruiting firm that employs the above strategies. These firms usually work on a “pay-per-performance” model, so there is no risk to you or your company. Let the professionals find the right candidate so you can concentrate on running your business.