Employers Hub | Top 4 tips for finding the best sales recruiters

Jun 18, 2022

Tarlia Smedley

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    Recruiting is a complex, dynamic process. Finding the best sales recruiters requires a combination of research, networking, and trial-and-error testing. Rather than simply taking your word for it that one recruiter is better than another, you need to accumulate as much data as possible to ensure you are hiring the right people for the job. However, identifying which sales recruitment agencies stand out from the crowd can be challenging with so many different factors and different recruitment agencies all vying for your business at once. To help you make an informed decision about which kind of sales recruiter will suit your individual needs best, we’ve compiled our top four tips on how to find the best sales recruiters available:

     

    1 Ask your network

    You never know who you might know within the world of sales recruitment. So make full use of your personal and professional network to find out which sales agencies are best suited to your specific needs, whether you’re looking for permanent or contract salespeople, experienced or entry-level candidates. Start by thinking of the people you know who have hired salespeople before and seek their advice. You might be surprised by how many leads you find.

     

    2 Check the ratings

    When you start to narrow down your search for the best sales recruiters, make sure you check their review scores. You can do this both on review sites, such as Sourcr, as well as on social media sites, such as LinkedIn. On review sites, sales recruiters will have a section devoted to customer reviews of the services they offer, and you can see how other people rate their experience with the agency. On social media, look for any reviews the agency or recruiters have posted. Sales recruiters are often active on social media, specifically LinkedIn, so this can be a great way to learn more about the agency and its people.

     

    3 Find out what kind of recruiter you need

    Another tip to help you find the best sales recruiters is to first identify what kind of sales recruiters you need. Are you hiring for a customer success role? Are you looking for a marketing salesperson? Depending on your company’s specific needs, different agencies specialise in various areas of sales. For example, some agencies specialise in permanent hiring, while others are more focused on temporary/contract candidates. Some recruit for one industry or field, while others have a more general focus. Knowing what kind of sales recruiters you need to find will help you narrow down your search and will help you better evaluate which agencies would be best suited to your needs.

     

    4 Conclusion

    Hiring the right salespeople can make or break your company. The best sales recruiters will know how to source the right candidates for your open job positions and will make sure you are hiring people who are a good fit for your organisation. When it comes time to make offers, they will be able to guide you through the salary negotiation process and help you make sure you are making offers that are fair and competitive for the market. 

     

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