By Karl Amlie
Short-term hiring comes with a unique series of challenges. If the traditional search process isn’t getting you where you want to be, Contract Recruiting (also known as Contract Staffing) may be your ticket to success. Here are 6 ways the service can give you a leg up.
1. Benefits
A recruiting firm like SRG Stillwater can provide your short-term employees with a comprehensive benefits package and a weekly paycheck while absorbing the risk of things like unemployment and workers’ compensation. You will be able to offer them the same stability that may otherwise be exclusive to a traditional full-time, salaried job.
2. Local network in select industries
Many Contract Recruiting firms, including SRG Stillwater, specialize in select industries, and we are always expanding our professional talent network. Our Contract Staffing line is also dedicated to local companies and candidates in Minneapolis and the Eastern and Northern Twin Cities Metro area. Our separate Executive Recruiting and Direct Hire services extend globally.
3. Short-term roles
The traditional hiring process is geared towards long-term, permanent roles, but the need to hire for a short-term role can arise unexpectedly. Having a go-to recruiting partner helps to efficiently fill short-term roles when you need someone to fill in for an absent employee, help with short-term projects, or support your team during peak seasons. Our Contract Recruiting searches start from scratch and are tailored to each company and each role.
4. Contract-to-hire potential
In some cases, a short-term contract may reveal a strong fit for a long-term partnership. Hiring through a recruiting firm allows you to try out that employee partnership with minimal risk. If a temporary contractor aligns with your company’s long-term needs, it may make the most sense for you to offer them a full-time position. While this isn’t always the case, a short-term role gives candidates a foot in the door of your company and allows you both to expand your professional network.
5. Hiring with urgency
The job market is more competitive than ever, and many companies and candidates are struggling to find the right match. However, we generally find competition for temporary roles to be lower than long-term ones. The short-term hiring process only includes the most necessary steps, reducing the time it takes for screening and onboarding. Add seasoned recruiters to the mix, and you can typically hire faster for a temporary position.
6. Ongoing support
Hiring for a contract position through a recruiter like SRG Stillwater starts a relationship. With 3 service lines, we are ready to support a diverse range of specialized hiring needs. We often work with companies that are hiring for more than one position simultaneously. If a leave of absence occurs during an Executive Search, we can help fill the temporary role while we continue our search for a permanent leader.
Is Contract Recruiting Right for You?
Our Professional Recruiters are here to help you achieve your goals for the future. Fill out our contact form, or call us at 651-383-2020.