Attention UK agencies! What technology do you use?
My partner and I are considering launching our own agency, bringing together 20 years of recruitment experience from both in-house and agency roles.
Having been away from the agency landscape for a few years (currently using Bullhorn in-house, which isn’t great), I’m researching the best tech stack to adopt.
I’ve observed that many of the popular software options tend to be US-focused, with some only available for payment in dollars instead of pounds.
To my fellow UK recruiters, what tools are absolutely essential for your operations? I would greatly appreciate your insights!
Starting your own agency is an exciting venture! Here are some must-have tools and tech stack recommendations based on current trends in the UK recruitment market:
JobAdder: Known for its flexibility and ease of use, great for both agencies and in-house recruitment.
CRM Software:
Salesforce: Can be tailored for recruitment workflows, though it might be more complex to set up.
Job Boards / Aggregators:
Adzuna: UK-focused job search engine that can help increase visibility for your clients’ job adverts.
Candidate Sourcing Tools:
Seekout: Great for diversity sourcing and finding candidates across various platforms.
Onboarding & HR Management:
BambooHR: Another solid HR management tool that can help with employee management and tracking.
Communication Tools:
Zoom: Video conferencing for calls/meetings with candidates and clients.
Finance Management:
Xero or QuickBooks: Great for accounting, invoicing, and managing finances.
Marketing Automation:
HubSpot: A robust option that offers marketing, sales, and service tools.
Social Media Management:
Hootsuite or Buffer: For managing your agency’s social media presence.
Data & Analytics:
It’s also important to join industry networks and forums in the UK (like The Recruitment Network) that discuss the latest tools and technologies being used in the recruitment space. Good luck on your agency journey!