Frequently asked questions
We cover a wide spectrum, from digital marketing specialists with expertise in SEO, PPC, and social media, to brand managers who can elevate your brand presence. On the creative side, we place graphic designers, UX/UI designers, copywriters, and content creators – individuals who can truly bring your brand to life. We also handle leadership roles like Marketing Directors and Creative Directors. Think of us as your one-stop shop for any marketing or creative talent you require. Check out our marketing and creative salary guide for our benchmarking insights.
What specific marketing and creative roles does Robert Half specialise in placing in the UK?
What specific marketing and creative roles does Robert Half specialise in placing in the UK?
We cover a wide spectrum, from digital marketing specialists with expertise in SEO, PPC, and social media, to brand managers who can elevate your brand presence. On the creative side, we place graphic designers, UX/UI designers, copywriters, and content creators – individuals who can truly bring your brand to life. We also handle leadership roles like Marketing Directors and Creative Directors. Think of us as your one-stop shop for any marketing or creative talent you require. Check out our marketing and creative salary guide for our benchmarking insights.
We've cultivated an extensive network over the years, giving us access to the best talent in the market. Our creative and marketing recruiters are specialists in their fields, constantly networking and building relationships. We use a multi-pronged approach: direct sourcing, targeted advertising and leveraging our industry connections.
We're particularly adept at identifying passive candidates – those top performers who aren't actively looking but would consider the right opportunity. Our reputation for placing people in exciting, fulfilling roles definitely helps us get their attention.
How does Robert Half identify and attract top marketing talent, especially passive candidates?
How does Robert Half identify and attract top marketing talent, especially passive candidates?
We've cultivated an extensive network over the years, giving us access to the best talent in the market. Our creative and marketing recruiters are specialists in their fields, constantly networking and building relationships. We use a multi-pronged approach: direct sourcing, targeted advertising and leveraging our industry connections.
We're particularly adept at identifying passive candidates – those top performers who aren't actively looking but would consider the right opportunity. Our reputation for placing people in exciting, fulfilling roles definitely helps us get their attention.
We have a rigorous evaluation process. Firstly, we meticulously review their portfolio, looking for technical proficiency, creativity, and a clear understanding of design principles. Beyond that, we conduct in-depth interviews, often involving practical tests or challenges relevant to the role.
For more senior roles, we might even bring in industry experts for a technical assessment. We want to ensure the candidate's skills align perfectly with your requirements.
How does Robert Half assess a candidate's creative portfolio and design skills?
How does Robert Half assess a candidate's creative portfolio and design skills?
We have a rigorous evaluation process. Firstly, we meticulously review their portfolio, looking for technical proficiency, creativity, and a clear understanding of design principles. Beyond that, we conduct in-depth interviews, often involving practical tests or challenges relevant to the role.
For more senior roles, we might even bring in industry experts for a technical assessment. We want to ensure the candidate's skills align perfectly with your requirements.
We go beyond just looking at a CV. We dig into their past campaigns, asking specific questions about their strategic thinking, how they measured success, and what their ROI was. We also assess their understanding of current marketing trends and their ability to adapt to the ever-changing digital landscape. Many of our marketing recruiters hold qualifications themselves, allowing for a deeper understanding of a candidate's strategic capabilities.
How does Robert Half evaluate a candidate's understanding of marketing strategy and analytics?
How does Robert Half evaluate a candidate's understanding of marketing strategy and analytics?
We go beyond just looking at a CV. We dig into their past campaigns, asking specific questions about their strategic thinking, how they measured success, and what their ROI was. We also assess their understanding of current marketing trends and their ability to adapt to the ever-changing digital landscape. Many of our marketing recruiters hold qualifications themselves, allowing for a deeper understanding of a candidate's strategic capabilities.
We'll handle all the nitty-gritty logistics, from scheduling interviews to offering expert tips on interview best practices and how to conduct killer creative portfolio reviews. Our creative and marketing recruiters will make sure you only meet the most qualified professionals who not only tick all the technical boxes but also gel perfectly with your company's vibe. This streamlined recruitment process saves you precious time and allows you to focus on what you do best.
We stay involved even after placement. We maintain regular communication with both the client and the candidate during the initial period to ensure a seamless transition. We can also provide guidance on onboarding best practices if needed. Our aim is to set both parties up for success and build long-term relationships.
Plus, we can help with future workforce planning to keep your creative and marketing team agile, competitive and at the forefront of the ever-evolving marketing landscape.
How does Robert Half ensure a smooth onboarding process for marketing hires?
How does Robert Half ensure a smooth onboarding process for marketing hires?
We'll handle all the nitty-gritty logistics, from scheduling interviews to offering expert tips on interview best practices and how to conduct killer creative portfolio reviews. Our creative and marketing recruiters will make sure you only meet the most qualified professionals who not only tick all the technical boxes but also gel perfectly with your company's vibe. This streamlined recruitment process saves you precious time and allows you to focus on what you do best.
We stay involved even after placement. We maintain regular communication with both the client and the candidate during the initial period to ensure a seamless transition. We can also provide guidance on onboarding best practices if needed. Our aim is to set both parties up for success and build long-term relationships.
Plus, we can help with future workforce planning to keep your creative and marketing team agile, competitive and at the forefront of the ever-evolving marketing landscape.
We've been facilitating remote and freelance placements for years, even before it became the norm. We understand the nuances of remote team management and can help you find candidates with the right experience and soft skills to thrive in a remote environment. For freelance roles, we have a vast database of talented contractors ready to hit the ground running. We handle all the administrative aspects, ensuring compliance and a smooth process.
How does Robert Half handle remote and freelance hiring for marketing and creative roles?
How does Robert Half handle remote and freelance hiring for marketing and creative roles?
We've been facilitating remote and freelance placements for years, even before it became the norm. We understand the nuances of remote team management and can help you find candidates with the right experience and soft skills to thrive in a remote environment. For freelance roles, we have a vast database of talented contractors ready to hit the ground running. We handle all the administrative aspects, ensuring compliance and a smooth process.