Interview Remotely
With lockdowns in place across NSW and VIC you may find yourself in the position of being interviewed remotely. That may be over the phone or Zoom (or other video chat platforms). Although other states may not be in lockdown, you may still find yourself in the position of being virtually interviewed. But, how can […]
Small Business Recruitment Melbourne
Being able to attract, hire and retain great staff is often a key area of frustration of small business owners. Whether you are a small business looking to recruit in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane or Perth you may find yourself relating to these frustrations. How can you recruit top talent without spending a fortune on […]
Job Seeking: Review Multiple Job Boards
To give yourself the best shot at finding your new employment opportunity, it’s important to review multiple job boards during your job-seeking efforts. Many businesses and recruitment agencies will use more than just Seek to share job vacancies. Job Boards To Review Here is a list of the top job boards we recommend reviewing as […]
Affordable Recruitment For Small Businesses
Our value proposition is that you no longer have to pay high prices to source great candidates. Here at The Recruitment Alternative, we offer affordable recruitment services for small businesses. We understand that all businesses essentially want two things from a recruitment agency. The first is great candidates and the second is low cost recruitment […]
What Are Transferrable Skill Sets?
As a job seeker you may hear the term ‘transferrable skills’ discussed in an interview with either a recruitment consultant or hiring manger within an organisation. But what are transferrable skill sets defined as? Transferrable skills refer to a set of your skills and abilities that go beyond your current job role or industry. These […]
Recruitment Tips For Hiring Managers
Finding the right staff members can be challenging. Especially taking into consideration the specific needs of your department and company culture. Unfortunately, your day job doesn’t go on hold while you recruit. Given the significant costs that can come into play when a new hire goes sideways, a hiring manager needs to ensure that they […]
Apply For Jobs On Facebook
Many of you may have already noticed the new job ads feature on Facebook that has been with us for several months now. This job ads come direct from recruiters and business owners where users can apply directly through Facebook. However, what’s the best way to apply for jobs on Facebook? Here is what you […]
Looking For Affordable Recruitment?
The Recruitment Alternative is Australia and New Zealand’s affordable recruitment agency. We recruit across all job categories at a fraction of existing prices. Join the SME recruitment solution and save a bucket load on your next recruitment campaign. We can take over the whole recruitment campaign, leaving you free to get on with the day to […]
How To Prepare Your 2021 Job Search
As we all collectively wave goodbye to long year that was 2020, many still feel uncertain about what the job market has install for us. Here are some tips from The Recruitment Alternative on how to prepare your 2021 job search efforts. Highlight Your Achievements On Your Resume Under each role you have listed on […]
Why You Should Recruit In December
There is no doubt that recruiting in December can be tricky due to the Christmas season. However, we’ll share some information on why you should recruit in December. So you don’t put it off until the New Year, when you can start fresh. As commencing a recruitment campaign in December has many advantages over starting […]
Frequently Asked Resume Questions
As recruiters, we are often asked “what should I include on my resume?”. So, we have put together a list of frequently asked resume questions and answers to help your resume stand out from the crowd. How far back should my work history go on my resume? The general rule is about 10 years give […]
Recruitment Trick or Treat?
Halloween is approaching, don’t let your new hire be a recruitment trick or treat lucky dip. As all employers quickly learn, there’s a world of difference between a new employee who’s correctly matched to their job and their organization and recruiting one who is not. How do you find and match the right people to […]
