Recruiting for management consultancies: Practical report from 10 years of experience – How we support consulting firms in talent acquisition
Why consulting recruiting is particularly challenging The consulting market is one of the most competitive recruiting markets of all. While many industries are competing for specialists, management consultancies are not only competing with each other – from large consulting firms to specialized boutiques and medium-sized companies – but also increasingly with private equity portfolio companies, […]
Recruiting for banks: Why interim recruiters are more successful than traditional headhunters
Banking recruitment is different: 3 structural barriers make every recruitment a challenge. VR-Bank case study shows how interim recruiting successfully filled 11 positions without commission pressure – with 40-60% cost savings compared to traditional headhunters.
Recruiting agency vs. freelance recruiter: When is the best solution?
In an increasingly competitive world of work, companies are looking for solutions to attract new talent quickly and efficiently. But which model is better suited to your needs? While a freelance recruiter can provide selective support, a recruiting agency often offers a broader range of skills and long-term collaboration. It’s not just about finding suitable candidates, but often also about strategic consulting, process optimization and a stronger network. If you want to find out more about the advantages and disadvantages of both approaches and how to find the best solution for your company, read on – or take a look at our FAQ!
Recruiting Trends 2024: How companies attract talent in a changing labor market
Welcome to the world of recruitment 2024, an ever-changing field that remains exciting for both employers and candidates. In the midst of new technologies and changing labor market conditions, some evergreen recruiting trends remain. These proven strategies, such as the importance of a strong employer brand and creating a positive candidate experience, remain critical to […]
Freelance Recruiter – how do I find the right recruiter?
The world of work has changed dramatically in recent decades, and with it the way we find and hire talented employees. One of the most significant changes was the increase in freelance work. This creates a new type of recruiter: the freelance recruiter. What is a Freelance recruiter? A freelance recruiter is a professional who […]
Fill vacancies effectively and quickly with freelance recruiters
You’ve been trying to fill your position for a long time, but you don’t have any suitable applicants or candidates to fill it, or you don’t have enough resources yourself to take care of filling the position sufficiently? In these cases, a freelance recruiter is suitable, who supports your HR department externally for a limited […]
Interim Recruiter – a good alternative to headhunters
In this blog post, Kooku highlights the advantages of interim recruiters over traditional headhunters. While headhunters often charge high commissions of 20-30% of the gross annual salary, interim recruiters offer transparent billing on an hourly basis. They integrate directly into the company, get to know the corporate culture and can fill several positions at the same time. This makes them not only more cost-efficient, but also more flexible. Especially in times of skills shortages and limited resources, interim recruiters are a smart solution for companies looking to recruit staff quickly and sustainably.
Interim recruiter: more than a gap filler
The months of April and May usually bring not only good weather, but also an upswing in the labor market. But due to the consequences of the Corona crisis, this is not the case this year. Instead, more than half a million more people are unemployed compared with the previous year. Conversely, this also means […]
New Work in times of crisis: Practical tips for the home office and flexible support through interim recruiting
The Corona virus is a challenge for all of us and also a novel situation for companies. While the healthcare industry and stores for daily needs are barely keeping up with work, many other industries are suffering from the current restrictions. Many companies had to react quickly and implement new work processes such as home […]
Telephone interview: Tips and tricks on how to succeed
Although in this day and age the smartphone is an integral part of the lives of many, fewer and fewer people like to make phone calls. Instead, they increasingly rely on e-mails and chats, although a short call can save both companies and candidates a lot of time and money, especially in the application process. […]
