Independent Recruitment Consultancy For Sale

Business description

Independent Recruitment Consultancy - Specialising in Temporary and Permanent Commercial Staff


This opportunity is an independent successful recruitment consultancy boasting a high presence in the supply of permanent and temporary commercial office support staff, with a healthy turnover split between temporary and permanent placements. Professionally run, the business operates from two central high street locations and is ideally positioned to capitalise on the current upward trend emerging in the recruitment industry. This business obtains many of the best job listings for secretarial, office administration, human resources, call centre, finance and insurance vacancies in the area.

Since inception, consistent, sustained growth has been achieved by ensuring clients and candidates are provided with a flexible, reliable, one-to-one consultancy service, working for large and small companies, including blue chip organisations.

Networked office resources result in both the business and individuals having access to local market knowledge and receiving advice and practical support in areas such as employment law, HR policies and training etc.

The professional recruitment team is supported by proven search and recruitment methods and successful by having immediate access to an existing pool of candidates in the South and South West of London. Advice and practical support is provided to candidates and clients following a detailed assessment of their requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, very well established and highly respected recruitment consultancy specialising in the office services sector.

Technology:

The business uses CRM ( Customer Relationship Management ) software for the smooth running of business. Administrative systems and processes have been implemented alongside modern technology resulting in an easily managed and efficient business environment.

Customer Service:

• Staff are specialists in commercial recruitment
• Consulting-type approach to recruitment
• Staff are trained to technically assess candidates and vacancy opportunities
• Effective, accurate and timely delivery
• Ability to meet ever-changing client requirements
• Skill to design bespoke technical testing around clients requirement
• Staff have a thorough understanding of information technology within the specific industries
Key strengths:

• Access to mature candidate and client database
• Established and extensive network
• Excellent reputation within the South, South West London and areas of Central London
• Recognised popular high street locations
• Proven track record
• Strong levels of client retention
• Excellent level of service
• Access to fully integrated systems and information
• Ability to technically assess candidates

Key Opportunities:

There are significant opportunities for expansion and to increase the turnover. The business would benefit from increased and more assertive advertising, expansion of Internet utilisation, maximise the existing website and by further development of the client base possibly by opening more branches in the UK.

Financial Information:

The business is offered for sale as a going concern. All financial discussions will take place directly between the vendor and all interested parties under the auspices of Turner Butler.

Turnover circa £1.6 Million with Pre-tax profit circa £220,000

Property information

Property:

Leasehold

Location:

The two premises are both leasehold and are located in established areas close to all amenities. Both branches are open 5 days a week and have a reception, interviewing areas and private office space. The premises offer excellent potential for possible expansion. Lease details are available from the vendor.

Business Operation

Expansion potential:

The business has steadily grown over the years forging an excellent reputation and would now benefit from a more pro-active management team. The busy locations are generating rapid growth in the number of individuals and employers seeking employment and staff and this trend looks set to continue.

Competition / Market:

The business has used limited advertising to date, relying on recommendation and word of mouth. The high levels of repeat business bear testimony to the excellent reputation this business has established.

Reasons for selling:

The current owners wish to pursue different opportunities and feel the time is right for them to sell the business.

Trading hours:

Monday to Friday: 8:30am to 5:30 pm.

Employees:

12

Years established:

2000

Other information

Support & training:

Full business familiarisation, training and handover will be provided by the owner.