Frequently asked questions
As a leading technology staffing agency, we cover the full spectrum of IT roles across the UK, from entry-level to C-suite and senior management. For those starting their careers, we place talented individuals as Junior Software Developers, IT Support Technicians, Junior Data Analysts and entry-level Cybersecurity Analysts. These roles offer opportunities to learn, contribute, and gain valuable experience in a dynamic tech environment. We also work with seasoned professionals seeking leadership positions, specialising in placing CIOs, CTOs, CISOs and Heads of IT/Directors of Technology. These individuals are crucial for aligning IT strategy with business objectives, driving digital transformation, and ensuring robust cybersecurity. Whatever your IT staffing needs, at any level, we're confident we can find the right fit for your organisation.
What specific IT roles does Robert Half specialise in placing in the UK?
What specific IT roles does Robert Half specialise in placing in the UK?
As a leading technology staffing agency, we cover the full spectrum of IT roles across the UK, from entry-level to C-suite and senior management. For those starting their careers, we place talented individuals as Junior Software Developers, IT Support Technicians, Junior Data Analysts and entry-level Cybersecurity Analysts. These roles offer opportunities to learn, contribute, and gain valuable experience in a dynamic tech environment. We also work with seasoned professionals seeking leadership positions, specialising in placing CIOs, CTOs, CISOs and Heads of IT/Directors of Technology. These individuals are crucial for aligning IT strategy with business objectives, driving digital transformation, and ensuring robust cybersecurity. Whatever your IT staffing needs, at any level, we're confident we can find the right fit for your organisation.
At Robert Half, we use a multi-faceted approach to assess technical skills. Our experienced recruiters understand the nuances of the IT world. We conduct thorough interviews, often involving technical questions and discussions about specific projects. We may also use skills assessments, coding challenges or even ask candidates to showcase their portfolios. It's all about getting a good understanding of what a candidate can actually do, not just what they say they can do.
How does Robert Half assess the technical skills and experience of tech candidates?
How does Robert Half assess the technical skills and experience of tech candidates?
At Robert Half, we use a multi-faceted approach to assess technical skills. Our experienced recruiters understand the nuances of the IT world. We conduct thorough interviews, often involving technical questions and discussions about specific projects. We may also use skills assessments, coding challenges or even ask candidates to showcase their portfolios. It's all about getting a good understanding of what a candidate can actually do, not just what they say they can do.
The IT landscape changes rapidly, doesn't it? At Robert Half, we invest in keeping our team up-to-date. We encourage continuous learning, provide access to industry publications and training, and our recruiters often specialise in particular tech areas, allowing them to build expertise. We also keep a close eye on industry reports and engage with our network of IT professionals to stay ahead of the curve.
How does Robert Half stay updated with the latest IT trends and technologies in the UK?
How does Robert Half stay updated with the latest IT trends and technologies in the UK?
The IT landscape changes rapidly, doesn't it? At Robert Half, we invest in keeping our team up-to-date. We encourage continuous learning, provide access to industry publications and training, and our recruiters often specialise in particular tech areas, allowing them to build expertise. We also keep a close eye on industry reports and engage with our network of IT professionals to stay ahead of the curve.
Ah, the need for speed! At Robert Half, we understand that sometimes businesses need IT staff yesterday. We maintain a pool of readily available, pre-vetted IT contractors and have streamlined processes to react quickly. Both our permanent and contract recruiters are used to working to tight deadlines and can often turn around a placement much faster than you might expect.
How does Robert Half handle urgent tech staffing needs?
How does Robert Half handle urgent tech staffing needs?
Ah, the need for speed! At Robert Half, we understand that sometimes businesses need IT staff yesterday. We maintain a pool of readily available, pre-vetted IT contractors and have streamlined processes to react quickly. Both our permanent and contract recruiters are used to working to tight deadlines and can often turn around a placement much faster than you might expect.
At Robert Half, we've adapted well to this. We understand the unique requirements of this work style, from ensuring candidates have the right technical setup and self-management skills to assessing their communication and collaboration abilities in a virtual environment. This expertise allows us to seamlessly connect businesses with the ideal candidates, regardless of location, facilitating a smooth transition to remote or hybrid work arrangements.
In today's fiercely competitive tech market, the war for talent is more intense than ever. Limiting your search to local candidates significantly narrows your options and can lead to extended hiring timelines and increased costs. Hiring remote IT professionals offers a strategic advantage in this landscape offering: access to a wider talent pool with specialised skills, increased diversity, cost savings, faster hiring and improved employee retention in a competitive market.
What is Robert Half's approach to remote and hybrid tech hiring?
What is Robert Half's approach to remote and hybrid tech hiring?
At Robert Half, we've adapted well to this. We understand the unique requirements of this work style, from ensuring candidates have the right technical setup and self-management skills to assessing their communication and collaboration abilities in a virtual environment. This expertise allows us to seamlessly connect businesses with the ideal candidates, regardless of location, facilitating a smooth transition to remote or hybrid work arrangements.
In today's fiercely competitive tech market, the war for talent is more intense than ever. Limiting your search to local candidates significantly narrows your options and can lead to extended hiring timelines and increased costs. Hiring remote IT professionals offers a strategic advantage in this landscape offering: access to a wider talent pool with specialised skills, increased diversity, cost savings, faster hiring and improved employee retention in a competitive market.
We take care of all the logistics for both permanent and temporary hires, from scheduling interviews to offering expert guidance on interview best practices and technical assessments. Our IT recruiters ensure you meet the most qualified professionals who match both your technical needs and company culture saving you time and hassle and allowing you to focus on your job.
Once you've selected the perfect candidate, we provide guidance on salary benchmarking, offer negotiations and contract management. We'll keep in touch with both the client and the candidate after the placement is made, helping to iron out any initial bumps and ensure a smooth transition. We want the placement to be a success for everyone involved.
Our sister company, Protiviti offers root-cause analysis to identify and resolve issues in your tech projects, whether they need fixing or modernisation. We also assist with succession planning to ensure smooth leadership transitions. Additionally, we can assist in workforce planning to keep your tech team agile and competitive in the ever-evolving IT industry.
How does Robert Half ensure a smooth onboarding process for technology hires?
How does Robert Half ensure a smooth onboarding process for technology hires?
We take care of all the logistics for both permanent and temporary hires, from scheduling interviews to offering expert guidance on interview best practices and technical assessments. Our IT recruiters ensure you meet the most qualified professionals who match both your technical needs and company culture saving you time and hassle and allowing you to focus on your job.
Once you've selected the perfect candidate, we provide guidance on salary benchmarking, offer negotiations and contract management. We'll keep in touch with both the client and the candidate after the placement is made, helping to iron out any initial bumps and ensure a smooth transition. We want the placement to be a success for everyone involved.
Our sister company, Protiviti offers root-cause analysis to identify and resolve issues in your tech projects, whether they need fixing or modernisation. We also assist with succession planning to ensure smooth leadership transitions. Additionally, we can assist in workforce planning to keep your tech team agile and competitive in the ever-evolving IT industry.
Success is key! At Robert Half, we typically follow up with both the client and the candidate after a placement to gauge satisfaction. We'll want to know how the new hire is performing and if the client's needs are being met. It's all about building long-term relationships and ensuring a good fit.
How does Robert Half measure the success of its IT placements?
How does Robert Half measure the success of its IT placements?
Success is key! At Robert Half, we typically follow up with both the client and the candidate after a placement to gauge satisfaction. We'll want to know how the new hire is performing and if the client's needs are being met. It's all about building long-term relationships and ensuring a good fit.
Regular communication is vital. At Robert Half, our tech consultants aim to keep you informed every step of the way. The frequency of updates might vary depending on the specific role and stage of the process, but we'll generally provide regular feedback and be available to answer any questions you have. Don't hesitate to reach out to us if you'd like an update.
How often will I be updated on the recruitment process by Robert Half consultants?
How often will I be updated on the recruitment process by Robert Half consultants?
Regular communication is vital. At Robert Half, our tech consultants aim to keep you informed every step of the way. The frequency of updates might vary depending on the specific role and stage of the process, but we'll generally provide regular feedback and be available to answer any questions you have. Don't hesitate to reach out to us if you'd like an update.
