Is HR Recruiter a Stressful Job?
Like many jobs, being an HR recruiter can have its stressors. Some potential sources of stress in this role may include:
- Tight deadlines: Recruiters may have a set amount of time to fill open positions, which can add pressure to find suitable candidates quickly.
- High volume of applications: Recruiters may have to sort through a large number of resumes and applications to find qualified candidates, which can be time-consuming and mentally taxing.
- Difficulty finding candidates: There may be certain positions that are harder to fill, which can add stress to the recruiting process.
- Dealing with rejection: Recruiters may have to tell many candidates that they were not selected for a position, which can be emotionally difficult.
- Pressure to make good hires: Recruiters are responsible for finding and hiring employees who will be a good fit for the company, and a poor hire can have negative consequences.
It is important to note that different people have different stress tolerance levels and some individuals may find the job more or less stressful. Also, many organisations are taking steps to make their recruitment process more efficient, which can help mitigate some of these stressors.
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About PEEQ HR Recruitment Agency
PEEQ is a specialist HR Recruitment Agency based in London. We partner with CEOs and business leaders to recruit high calibre HR professionals aligned to their purpose, who take ownership of employee wellbeing and enable our clients to achieve their business goals.
Why Choose PEEQ HR Recruitment Agency?
The average fill rate amongst HR Recruitment Agencies is 46%, but at PEEQ our average fill rate sits above 90%, So you are twice as likely to make a hire if you choose PEEQ
This is due to two reasons:
Firstly, we only partner with our clients on an exclusive basis, so we ‘own the responsibility’
Secondly, we don’t employ recruiters. Instead, we work with trusted and proven freelance HR recruiters, to hire for our clients.
We give them the tools and infrastructure to be successful, and the rest is down to their magic and experience. Our Associates are not employed by us and only get paid for making a successful hire.
This makes them incredibly tenacious and committed to finding the best talent, which is why our fill rate sits above 90%, compared to the industry average of 46%.
More reasons to work with PEEQ
Psychometric insight reports
Obtain a unique insight into your candidates’ Cultural Fit, Strengths, Decision Making and Resilience through our accredited assessments.
Post-hire executive coaching
Set your hire up for success with a tailored coaching programme that helps them achieve their full potential personally and professionally.
Up to 6 month guarantee
Confidently select your preferred candidate with our ‘surety of hire’ 6 month rebate period. The ultimate comfort for a big decision.
BeTalent Accredited Approach
We are proud to offer the BeTalent Accredited approach that enables us to deliver scientific candidate assessment, in accordance with the British Psychological Society standards.
This solution is for you if you want:
- An objective way to determine who is the best fit for your role
- A comprehensive understanding into your new hire before they start
- Peace of mind that you’ve made the right hiring decision
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