We're well into 2024 now and while January can seem like it drags on forever, February flies by that quick - it's already March - with brighter days ahead and Spring just around the corner!

XCL Group have had a busy couple of months too, placing plenty of people in their new job roles, which in turn gives our consultants that job satisfaction.

Looking for a new job can sometimes feel like full time job in itself, as you troll through job adverts, contact the employers etc. and using a recruitment agency may not be something you've considered before to help with your job search. However, using an agency, such as XCL Group can make the task seem much easier, helping you find that ideal job.

To Provide Insight

Using XCL Group can help provide you with both industry insight and Employer insight.

Industry insight

Many recruitment agencies will specialise in certain job sectors, which in turn gives them greater knowledge and insight into the jobs market and this can prove to be invaluable during your job search.

XCL Group work directly with employers in the Engineering, Construction, Production and Office & Commercial sectors on a daily basis, so your recruitment consultant will know which areas of the sector are currently offering the best career opportunities. This will enable them to help you identify suitable vacancies that you might not have initially thought about or applied for yourself.

Employer insight

XCL Group also have existing relationships with both local and leading companies within our specialist sectors, therefore we have a deeper understanding of what these companies are looking for in an ideal candidate.

Often job descriptions have been condensed down when they’re advertised, so it may be that we have access to a more detailed job description than you’ve come across, and we’ll have a better understanding of what exactly the job entails, the characteristics that the hiring company is looking for in a successful candidate etc.

Application Support

Once you’ve found a job you want to apply for, completing the application, getting your CV to best fit the job description, and preparing yourself for an interview can be an overwhelming experience, especially if it’s not a process you’ve been through for a while.

XCL Group can offer support on all the above, from helping to tailor and improve your CV to giving advice on preparing for that all important interview, giving you the best chance of succeeding.

Because XCL Group have the knowledge and understanding of the Engineering, Construction, Production & Office sectors, we also understand what the employer is looking for, so we can offer practical advice to help enhance your chance of being offered the job role.

Saves Time

One of the main benefits to using XCL Group to assist with your job search, is the whole process is managed on your behalf, which can alleviate some of the workload for you.

Your consultant will identify potential roles, send off your CV and co-ordinate with the company to arrange any interviews/meetings between you and them. Then if you’re offered the job role, XCL Group will then liaise with the employer to negotiate the job offer and make sure it’s right for you.

Finding a new job doesn’t need to be stressful, and working with XCL Group’s consultants to target roles that are best suited to your skills and experience will make the process easier and improve your chances of a successful job search.