“Should we advertise the job ourselves or use a recruiter?”
For many Kelowna businesses, the answer comes down to the position, the applicants you’re attracting and the time your team has available.
When hiring yourself makes sense
Posting on Indeed can work well if you have a clear job description, a competitive salary and someone available to manage the process.
Just remember to budget time for everything after the ad goes live: reviewing resumés, screening applicants, arranging interviews, checking references and following up.
If you’re attracting suitable candidates and can give the search the attention it needs, hiring directly may be a good option.
When a recruiter can help
A full inbox doesn’t always bring you closer to finding the right person. If your team is spending hours reviewing applications without finding the experience you need, recruitment support can help.
This is especially useful when the role requires specific skills, advertising isn’t producing results or your team is already stretched.
At KAN Recruitment, we get to know your business, the position and the team your new employee will be joining. We search for candidates, conduct interviews and provide detailed summaries so you can focus on meeting suitable people.
You make the hiring decision, with our support throughout the process.
Can you use both?
Absolutely. Indeed is one of the channels we use, alongside our candidate database, networking and targeted searches.
KAN Recruitment is non-exclusive, so you can continue your own hiring efforts while working with us. Clear communication helps us manage any overlapping applications.
Which approach is right for your business?
Consider your team’s time as part of the hiring cost. If you’re covering a vacant position while trying to recruit its replacement, something usually has to give.
As a Kelowna recruitment firm, we also pay attention to the details that influence a candidate’s decision: location, commuting, salary, flexibility and growth. Understanding what matters to both sides helps build a lasting match.
KAN Recruitment specializes in permanent professional recruitment for Kelowna and Okanagan businesses. If your search has stalled or you’d like support with your next hire, let’s connect.
Contact kristie@kanrecruitment.com, call 250-864-2401, or learn more about our recruitment process.
