Quest - On A Quest For The Very Best
Quest Search and Selection has been specialising in the consumer sector since it was founded in 1994. During this time, the company has built up an enviable client list and an extensive network of high calibre candidates.
The business recruits in a number of sectors such as retail, fmcg, consumer goods and foodservice and places candidates into a wide range of disciplines such as national account management, field sales, category management, insights, customer and trade marketing, brand management, buying, supply chain and technical roles.
At a time when big companies are increasingly investing in their own recruitment teams and the use of RPO businesses is becoming increasingly popular, Dan Hodge, managing consultant for sales & marketing at Quest, explains the importance of staying one step ahead of the competition. “Advertising jobs is no longer enough and recruiters who haven’t woken up to this will get left behind,” he says.
“We source candidates through social media, CV banks and increased amounts of headhunting alongside carefully targeted advertising, which we find to be the best combina tion in this candidate-short market.”
To further include both clients and candidates in this evolving strategy, Quest has recently unveiled its updated website which is designed to be much more accessible and easier to navigate. There is also a revolutionary way for candidates who don’t have an updated CV to apply or register.
“Candidates can now interact with us in the way that best suits them and can register using their LinkedIn profile, allowing a more time-efficient process while ensuring that we get all the information we require to advance them to the next stage,” Hodge comments.
What’s next?
Quest has invested heavily in new technology in order to make the application process much simpler for both clients and candidates.
All job vacancies are currently posted on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn, but the company is also prepared for the predicted rise in mobile searches and job applications in 2012.
In light of this, the company is launching an iPhone app next year, following the success of its free job search Android app, to ensure that it capitalises on the growing trend of mobile recruitment.
Although Quest is increasingly investing in new technology, Hodge explains that this will never replace speaking to candidates and clients or meeting them face to face.
“While the ever-changing nature of the industry allows us to connect with our clients and candidates in new ways, we never underestimate the value of personal service in an increasingly virtual world,” Hodge says.
“Our phone lines are open from early morning to late evening every weekday and our consultants welcome questions and communication from candidates via all channels to ensure a transparent and accessible business.”
Key Contacts
Chris McWade - Director – Consumer
Dan Hodge - Managing Consultant – Consumer
Quest - 36 Galena Road, Hammersmith, London W6 0LT
enquiries@questsearch.co.uk
