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Great North Run

Bit of a personal blog this time, My daughter is running the Great North Run this Sunday and there are a lot of similarities between training for this fantastic event and starting your own business. You need stamina for both, mentally and physically. Plenty of training and research into the preparation for the event and at the forefront, belief in what you are

The clock ticks quickly

Already I’ve reached the end of my three weeks interning at Permanent People. Although it’s the beginning of the day, I have a funny feeling it’s going to go very swiftly indeed. Across the three weeks I’ve gone from knowing very few things about the world of recruitment to actively calling, screening and help place

‘Third of children in workless homes in most deprived areas of Wales’

Headlines like the above in papers such as the South Wales Echo illustrate the economic situation that certain areas are suffering with. Reading the percentages of unemployment, phrases such as “…children growing up in workless households [of] (30.3%)” cause frustration for those suffering under such figures and anger in those who previously thought the current situation

Early mornings, late nights

There’s a constant turnover in the world of recruitment, but is there a prime time for finding those oh so perfect candidates? There’s obviously no solid answer to this question, but it does introduce us to the first constant in recruiting: the constant of time. As we progress through the days into the weeks, and

Week two

As my third week begins, after a very relaxed weekend, it’s worth looking back on my second week here at Permanent People before I start my final week interning. We had a manic week here at the office, sourcing candidates all over the UK, trying to fit people into interview slots and scouring online databases

The world of databases

By far one of the most useful tools in recruiting is the internet database provided by various firms. Scouring such databases can be tricky and search terms are not always the most obvious things, so many specialist terms, so many acronyms for qualifications and out of date information can make a simple search for a

The old dog and bone

Obviously as we move further into the twenty-first century technology becomes more and more vital as we can communicate in a multiplicity of ways. However, one distinct issue that plagues the recruitment industry is the lack of comprehension that comes with the more simple and direct forms of communication. With many of our forms of

Week one

My second week of work begins today! After a long and welcome three day weekend I had a chance to step away from the office and wind down, although my mind was still considering vacancies, filling positions and overall the happiness of out clients. It just goes to show that when you want something done,

A similar mindset

Back in the office today and using our lovely social media, I’ve seen people of a similar mindset, making statements allowing me to see trends in a world I’ve entered very recently compared to some that correlate with my own. It’s strange to see that there’s professionals that haven’t lost touch with the world they’re

More people in work…

The BBC reports that the trend for employment is on the increase, more people are now in work and unemployment fell by 4,000 to June 2013. So basically although unemployment stands at 2.51 million which is 7.8%, it’s still news that the employment market is going in the right direction. Now is good time to

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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 🎈
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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
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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!

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🎄✨ 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
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🎉 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
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Happy Birthday 🥳 to Louise, who runs our Amsterdam office!

Hope you have a great day celebrating 🎉 

#Rec2Rec #recruitmentagency #Amsterdam #Birthday #Cake
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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!!

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Wishing our very own Gemma Hill, a very, very Happy Birthday 🎈today!!

Hope you have the best day @loveshoes1981 

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