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Interesting reading this breakdown of average salaries in the recruitment industries at the various levels. Have a read of it and see whether your current role compares, is it good reading or are you happy with where you are? Also, the other good news shows that more jobs are being created in the industry which
Just writing a quick blog with a bit of an update on how things are going at Permanent People. The last quarter has seen the busiest and most successful period in the companies short history. I put this down to a couple of main reasons. The first is the appointment of Bindu who joined the
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You’ve been for the interview, you liked what you heard, they like you and you’ve been offered the new job. Now it’s time to go and see you’re current employer to tell them you’re leaving. What happens next? Two things. One, your employer accepts your resignation, you work out the detail – when you’ll leave,
What do you think is most important? Can you work with integrity in recruitment, and I mean real integrity, not pretend blagging to get results, and still achieve the goals and figures you’re required to? It’s becoming more and more important when dealing with candidates and clients, to actually provide that professional, consultative approach where
When you get into work today, what’s the first thing you do? Have a chat? Make a drink? Are you already counting down the hours until lunchtime? Studies suggest that if this is the case, you are clearly not happy in your place of work. The belief is that although we all want to be
We have evolved since our inception last August, as many businesses do in their first year, and we have a fast-growing reputation now as a specialist rec-to-rec, covering the entire UK. Due to my past experience in various sectors of recruitment, particularly recently in education recruitment, the initial concentration of business tended to be recruiting
When you wake up, do you jump out of bed with a smile on your face and can’t wait to get to work? When you get there, are you inspired by the possibility that you can achieve what you want to that day and leave at the end of the day feeling fulfilled? No! I
This week has seen Permanent People develop our range of South Wales business with an influx of excellent recruitment jobs across the area. We specialise in lots of different roles across the region in pretty much every sector you can think from education to technical and social care to accountancy. There seems to be some
Moving into February, Permanent People is gathering pace with new vacancies in recruitment coming in every day, bringing a revolution to the jobs market in the area. Just yesterday we had three new positions arrive in South Wales, showing that the good recruitment people of Cardiff and Swansea are recognising us as the premier agency
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🎉 Happy Birthday to our amazing colleague and friend Gemma Hill! 🎉
Gem, enjoy a well-earned break, some time off to celebrate - you deserve it!
You’re not just one of the most talented recruiters we’ve ever worked with (and we really mean that), but also one of the kindest, most caring and downright hilarious people to be around. A total workhorse when you’re in the zone, but always with people at the heart of everything you do - colleagues, clients, and candidates alike 💜
We’re so lucky to have you as a teammate and a friend. Have the best birthday! 🥂🎂🎉
#HappyBirthdayGemma #RecruiterGoals #Rec2Rec #Recruitment #recruitmentagency #recruiterlife #birthday #TeamGem 🎈
Jun 20
Introducing the recruitment guru’s that make up our talented Rec2Rec team here at Permanent People 👋
From the left we have our superstar red head Beth Long, the kindest soul and most meticulous recruiter. Beth manages our North England region and offers attentive and personalised support, making a huge impact on recruiters she works with 🐝⭐
Next we have our Amsterdam based Louise Reid, bringing energy, positivity and creative insights. Louise heads up our EU recruitment and has built an excellent reputation within the market, becoming the go to for expats and local recruiters 🌍🥳
Then the man himself, Paul Reid MIRP, our Founder and our Gandalf of recruitment. He’s the fountain of knowledge when it comes to local insights in London & International markets. Paul’s honest, adaptable and approachable style is why he’s thrived in over 20 years in recruitment 🧙🏻♂️🥇
Last but most definitely not least Gemma Hill Cert RP. Passion oozes from Gemma and you can’t help but be uplifted after speaking with her. Gemma’s impeccable track record, hilarious anecdotes and 5 star service is why she has become THE person to speak with in South Wales & West of England 🦄✨
You can reach out to any of our team for local tips to help you find the best recruitment role for you 🙌
#permpeople #rec2rec #meettheteam #recruitment #recruiters #recruiterlife #workfamily
Jun 4
Starting the week off with some fully remote, WFH recruitment options in the UK 🏠
If you’re an experienced, 360 Recruiter, get in touch with the PP Team today to discuss in more detail!
#rec2rec #recruitment #recruitmentagency #recruiterlife #recruitmentconsultant #WFH #remoteworking #UK
Mar 31
🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Permanent People! 🎄✨
As the festive season is upon us, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our amazing clients and candidates 🌟
Thank you for trusting us with your journeys this year – whether it was finding the perfect role or the ideal addition to your team, we’ve been honoured to be part of your success.
Your support means the world to us, and we’re excited to continue building incredible futures together in 2025.
From all the team here at Permanent People Rec2Rec , we wish you a joyful Christmas filled with love, laughter, and happiness 🎁🎅
🎉 Here’s to a bright and prosperous New Year! 🎉
#MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear #ThankYou #Rec2Rec #Recruitment #recruitmentagency #Christmas #recruiterlife #recruitmentconsultant
Dec 23
🎉 We’ve hit 30,000 followers! 🎉
A huge thank you to everyone who’s been part of our journey so far. Your support, engagement, and trust mean the world to us. 🥰
This milestone is not just a number; it’s a reflection of the incredible connections we’ve built with candidates, clients, and industry professionals over the last 11 years. Here’s to continuing to grow, innovate, and make a positive impact together!
⭐Permanent People Rec2Rec ⭐
Thank you for being with us every step of the way 💼💪
#Recruitment #Milestone #ThankYou #30KFollowers #LinkedIn #rec2recagency #recruitmentagency #linkedinfollowers #local #global #recruiterlife
Dec 10
Happy Birthday 🥳 to Louise, who runs our Amsterdam office!
Hope you have a great day celebrating 🎉
#Rec2Rec #recruitmentagency #Amsterdam #Birthday #Cake
Oct 22
Today marks Permanent People`s 11th year in business, a milestone we`re very proud of.
Since we opened our doors back in 2013, we`ve been through lots of ups and downs, learned a lot and developed some great relationships throughout the recruitment industry.
We now operate across the globe, and have helped lots of recruiters find their new roles over the years. Some are now clients, others have relocated to a new country and we`ve also seen people get married and grow their families, which has been great to see!
The way we`ve always wanted Permanent People to be, is to take things personally and care about the people we work with, and we`re extra proud that this still runs through our DNA today.
If we treat people as we would want to be treated, give great service and actually, genuinely care about what we do - then I believe this is what has set us apart over the years.
Personally and professionally, this year has been a tough one, so we`re really glad to have a great team in place that have been able to support each other and get on with things!
A company is only as good as the people that work within it, so on that basis, with Gemma Hill, Beth Long and Louise Reid in place, we are a world class business, and I`m very lucky to work with all 3 of them.
Here`s to the next 11 years!!
#Rec2Rec #Recruitment #recruitmentagency #recruitmentbirthday #11years #recruiterlife #instarecruitment
Aug 5
Wishing our very own Gemma Hill, a very, very Happy Birthday 🎈today!!
Hope you have the best day @loveshoes1981
#Rec2Rec #Birthday #RecuiterLife #recruitmentagency #celebrate
Jun 20
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