eSift

Questions and asnwers

Can you provide consultants with functional and industry expertise?

We are able to match Recruiters with the relevant skills and industry expertise to meet your requirements. As part of our requirements gathering session, we will ensure we underpin exactly what you need in order to deliver on your TA strategy.

Does the model operate outside the UK?

Yes, the model can be utilised for vacancies outside of the UK. We have successfully delivered this service to Europe and USA using our UK based Recruiters.

Can I create a project team by engaging recruiters with different levels of experience?

Yes, you can create a bespoke team to meet the needs/requirements of your business from Coordinator to TA Lead and anywhere inbetween.

Can you manage internal candidates, agencies and contractors?

Yes, those all-form part of the service on offer to you, providing you are able to allow our Recruiters access to your internal systems/processes.

Do we need to provide the consultants with equipment?

We provide all Consultants engaged under Recruitment on Demand with a laptop and dedicated phone line. However many of our clients prefer to utilise their own equipment in order to overcome challenges with network restrictions and to ensure all data remains in one place.

Can the service be delivered on site and remotely?

Our Consultants are based all over the UK and given the agility of collaborative technology and location restrictions enabling us to match the right Recruiter quickly, our clients utilise our service remotely. However, our consultants are available for ad-hoc on-site meetings, should this be required.

What notice period is required to freeze or switch off the service?

One month notice is required to freeze or switch off the service.

What is the minimum contractual period?

Our minimum contract period is 1 month.

Who sets the expectation / objectives of the service?

Our client does. However, we work collaboratively with you to take a comprehensive brief at the beginning of the process to agree expectations and objectives.

How will you measure success of the project deliverables?

Once you have set the expectations and objectives, the operational team will collate the required data and the Account Manager will monitor this to ensure deliverables are achieved and monthly review meetings will be pre-agreed.

Will you help support and improve our D&I strategy?

We would work closely with your internal HR/TA teams (where applicable) to understand what the diversity strategy and corporate objectives are. In addition, support an inclusive working environment. In our experience this can be influenced when working in partnership with Hiring Managers to promote flexible working and ensure that wording in job specifications and adverts are appealing to all communities.

Does this service have IR35 implications?

No, all consultants are employed by eSift.

Who manages and directs the individual?

We will manage, train, and direct the individuals engaged on your contract on a day-to-day basis to ensure maximum return on investment and to allow you to utilise your time to focus on business-critical tasks.

What happens if we wish to engage the individual directly?

Should an agreement be made between the consultant and yourselves for them to join you on a permanent basis and move away from eSift, a placement fee will apply.

Where will data be stored and what are the GDPR implications?

eSift takes the appropriate measure to safeguard any personal data in-line with the General Data Protection Act 2018.

When do you bill for the service?

On the first day of the agreement and each month thereafter.

Any additional costs?

Additional costs to cover travel expenses or recruitment tools would be approved by you and invoiced back to you for an additional monthly charge.