ATS wishlist

Ideal ATS Wishlist
If you had the opportunity to create your dream Applicant Tracking System, what features would you include?

What are the current challenges you’re facing with your existing ATS?

Recruitment analytics

Recruitment Analytics Inquiry
Hi everyone! I’m looking to enhance my team’s productivity and would love your input. What analytics, metrics, and insights have you found most helpful in improving your work performance? Thank you!

M&E company realignment director

M&E Company Realignment Director

Hello! Are you in need of a seasoned Director with 40 years of experience to assist with your company’s strategy, structure, and commercial aspects? I’m currently semi-retired and looking to share my expertise with young professionals and ambitious companies in need of guidance. Let’s connect!

Am I going about this wrong?

Am I approaching this the wrong way?

I work in digital transformation primarily as a consultant for various sectors of the UK government. As a typical ‘government contractor’ (previously self-employed, navigating IR35, etc.), it can feel quite insular, often relying on the same recruitment agencies in the area.

Currently, I’m registered with a few recruitment agencies in the UK.

As I near my 50th birthday, I find myself wanting to explore other industries and pursue something more fulfilling. However, when I speak to the agencies that have my information, they mainly seem to want to place me in the same type of role, just in a different department or through another umbrella company. It’s essentially the same job, just a different setting, and it’s not bringing me any joy.

I’m eager to have a discussion with a recruiter about potential career paths I might consider, but they don’t seem interested in exploring my skills and experience to identify other opportunities for me.

To add to this, I should mention that I’m unsure what specific job I would prefer. I understand the qualities I’m looking for in a role, but I have no idea what the actual job title would be or what options are available.

So, is it me, or am I just not connecting with the right people?

Any guidance would be greatly appreciated!

Recruitment fees in LATAM, specifically Mexico

Recruitment Fees in LATAM: Insights from a US-Based Executive Search Consultant

I work in executive search for a UK-based recruitment firm with a significant presence in the US, focusing on placing c-suite executives in the fintech and crypto sectors.

Recently, I pitched to a LATAM-based fintech company that is seeking to hire three c-suite executives, offering a cash compensation range of $350-450k USD for all three positions.

I’m curious about the typical fees that recruitment firms charge in LATAM, particularly in Mexico. My team and I generally work on a retained basis, with fees ranging from 25-30%. However, given that this is for multiple hires, I’m considering a sliding scale: 22% for the first hire, 21% for the second, and 20% for the third.

I want to make sure my fees are competitive and not off-putting to the firm. Are these rates reasonable for the LATAM market?

Omit failed probation?

Should she omit her failed probation?

As recruiters, I would appreciate your insights on a dilemma my partner is facing. She is 32 years old and has spent 3 years in customer service for a well-known fashion brand, followed by an additional 2.5 years in their marketing team. Unfortunately, due to some internal politics and toxic behavior from new hires, she decided to resign. Two months later, she landed a position as a marketing manager in the food and beverage industry, but she recently discovered that she did not pass her probation period.

Should she exclude this experience from her resume? I am concerned that a three-month role with a probation failure might deter potential employers or recruiters right from the start.

I would greatly appreciate any advice you may have! Thank you!

Quick recruiting survey – School project!

Quick Survey for My School Project!

Hello everyone! I’m currently working on a school essay that explores how artificial intelligence is transforming various aspects of the world.

Right now, I’m specifically focusing on the impact of AI in the recruitment process. If you could take just 2 minutes to complete this brief survey, I would really appreciate it!

Take the Survey Here

Thank you so much for your help! Every response counts!