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Independent Recruitment Agency of the Year Award
A smaller agency with a big reputation.
About this category
This award recognises an independent recruitment agency with fewer than 25 staff that stands out for the quality of its service. Judges look for client and candidate outcomes, specialist knowledge and personal service.
Eligibility
Open to independent recruitment agencies with fewer than 25 staff.
Judging criteria
- Client and candidate outcomes
- Specialist knowledge
- Service
- Growth
- Reputation
Qualitative criteria
Personal service and deep market knowledge.
Metrics
- Placements
- Repeat clients
- Referrals
- Growth and feedback
Additional criteria
Entries should include a concise case study, supporting figures and, where possible, client, candidate or colleague evidence. Client and candidate names must not be disclosed without consent: describe placements in anonymised terms, and give commercially sensitive figures as percentages or ranges. Nothing in an entry is shared beyond the judging panel. Judges consider the size of the business or team, so smaller agencies compete on equal terms.
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