FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITIES
WHO ARE KENECT?
Kenect Recruitment is a privately owned limited company which aims to offer a total nationwide recruitment solution for clients both large and small through our unique supply model.
Kenect are a leading supplier of Drivers, Industrial and Commercial staff for both temporary and permanent assignments to the private and public sectors. From LGV drivers, engineers and office staff through to warehouse, factory and general management personnel we pride ourselves on delivering the quality service our wide variety of clients and candidates expect.
The business was incorporated on 17th May 2012 in Rugeley during the UK recession. The sole intention of starting the business was to help people get back into work and build themselves a bright future, as well as to help local businesses grow with the right employees. After two years we accomplished just that and decided to branch out to offer our services in other towns and cities.
We understand that finding the right staff for businesses can be an extremely difficult & timeconsuming process. We aim to remove the burden by helping our client’s source & ‘Kenect’ the right staff to suit their requirements. By knowing each of our markets, our highly motivated teams work tirelessly to provide each client with a truly unique tailor-made service.
We’re a very transparent company that believes strongly in employee development, rewarding arduous work and promoting within. Our senior personnel are fully accredited with the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) which ensures they have the tools needed to build a compliant and productive office.
It is through our people that we continue to achieve successful business relationships. It is essential that we perpetuate our current business model which encourages contribution by delivering clear and honest direction. Kenect Recruitment’s mission is to be the first choice in meeting the needs of our clients through a quality, caring and professional service.
We believe that jobs transform lives, which is why we want to build the best recruitment business in the UK. Recruitment plays a crucial role in shaping and growing the UK labour market, ensuring businesses find the right talent and people find the right jobs.
KenectRecruitmentcurrentlyoperatesfrommanyUK branch locations; our Burton service and resourcing centre is our Head Office which is strategically placed within central England.
Kenect Recruitment Ltd is a limited company registered in England and Wales. Registered office: Kenect House, 4 Hawkins Lane, Burton-Upon-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 1PT Limited Company Registration Number 08072550 | VAT Number 139603017 | REC Membership Number 00081994 RHA Membership Number 0029102-000 | FTA Membership Number 201621
Did you know?
Kenect Recruitment is one of the highest rated recruitment companies in the whole of the UK!
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AUDIENCE & SECTORS
CLIENTELE & TARGET AUDIENCE
The recruitment industry is huge in the UK. With 9 in 10 companies using a recruitment agency it means there is fierce competition for new business, but ample opportunity for all involved.
Unlike other franchises, Kenect offers our franchisees the opportunity to work on three key sectors rather than just the one. This means you can focus on different markets at the same time and secure different revenue streams which will then contribute to a bigger overall profit. There’s always demand for candidates in our sectors and our specialist areas of focus give you great potential for business on three different fronts.
TRANSPORT
Logistics which is one of the biggest industries in the UK. From LGV Drivers and Van Drivers to Planners and Transport Managers there is huge demand and competition for staff. According to the FTA there were 2.54M people working in the industry in 2017 rising to an estimated 2.76M for 2018 and over 3M forecast for 2019. This market is very lucrative and focused on more than any other by our competitors. With 99% of logistic companies using agencies and an average £4.50ph margin, you can see why.
INDUSTRIAL & GLAA
The industrial sector is also mainly Logistical based however it exists everywhere in almost every business. Most people class Industrial recruitment as warehousing however it also covers factory workers, labourers, driver’s mates, refuse workers, pickers, packers, labellers, FLT Drivers, production operatives, loaders, Council workers and much more. It is believed there are more recruitment agencies in the UK that supply this sector than any other, which is probably due to its diversity and reach.
COMMERCIAL
The Commercial or Office sector is also one that falls in with both the Transport and Industrial sectors. There are more permanent opportunities and higher profit margins within this sector than the others. From Office Juniors all the way up to M.D’s and CEO’s there is huge scope and opportunity for success. Nearly every business has an office of some sort or administration staff so you can see the potential.
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BACK OFFICE SUPPORT
We will support your new venture in every way. Implementing good practice & providing advice and guidance is essential. It's also important to understand the financial position of your business from the start. Kenect's back office will take the pressure away by supporting you with credit control, invoicing and payroll functions...leaving you more time to focus on the activities that truly generate income and results.
Accounts & Client Services: This area of business can be very time consuming and can be very daunting. As a business owner or director, you want to concentrate on pushing your business forward and focusing on promoting and selling your business. This is where our professionals can help you. Accounts is an essential part of your business to record all financial transactions and to provide you with up to date figures, so you always know how your business is performing whilst also meeting deadlines for VAT, CIS and tax returns.
Credit Control: Cash flow is the life blood of your business and each day an invoice is outstanding it is costingyoumoney.Ourexperiencedcreditcontrollers delivery a consistent and professional service, acting as your customers’ point of contact for resolving any invoice queries that cause payment delays and will keep you informed at every stage of the process.
Payroll: With Real Time Information, the National Living Wage and now Auto Enrolment, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the changes in legislation around payroll. We keep on top of all these changes for you, process your employee’s wages and salaries and file all the relevant reports with HMRC, so all you have to do is send the employee’s payments
HR & Business Support: Legal advice, recruitment, employment contracts, disciplinary hearings or anything a large corporate HR team could provide, our HRsupportservicecanbeofassistance,leavingyoufree to get on with growing your business.
Xero & Business Assistance: Our comprehensive services helps free you up from those timeconsuming, day-to-day tasks that are vital to running your business. Whether you need us to take full control of your every need or simply need someone to keep on top of your emails, we will work with you to ensure you are utilizing your time as effectively as possible. Xero is a fantastic piece of
software and which we will help you impliment.
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FRONT OFFICE SUPPORT
KENECT MARKETING & ADVERTISING
A professional multi-disciplined marketing division focused on delivering results through strategic media marketing, branding, advertising and promotions.
Kenect M&A controls and holds the rights to all the Kenect Recruitment content and branding. They deliver professional advice and strategy’s that have been proven to work in the recruitment industry.
Marketing: Kenect franchisees have the choice to opt inanymarketingcampaignsorganisedby Kenect M&A to strategically answer needs of the Kenect business. We have proven effective system using campaigns to help alleviate driver shortages and increase the candidate base for branches.
Merchandise: We design and order set items and essential for our clients all year round which consists of suitable merchandise to be divided between each branch. These promotional items are at your disposal when liaising with clients and promoting your franchise. You can also order these from the intranet
Digital: Kenect M&A offers support with Kenect’s website, sponsored ads, job boards, email campaigns and signatures. They also assist in integrating digital content as part of any ongoing marketing campaign.
Social Media: we are the best for social media and we willsetyouup a profesisonalsocialmedia page on Facebook and give you access to promote your content. communicate with potential candidates and geerate leads.
OUR BUSINESS AFFILIATES
SOURCE BUSINESS FINANCE
Source Business Finance look to help SME Business owners access the right type of funding options for their needs. Specialties include: Invoice Finance, Factoring, Invoice Discounting, Debtor Protection, Asset Finance, Corporate Finance, turn around Finance, MBO/MBI’s, Insolvency, Restructuring, Cash flow and Start-up Funding.
PICKERINGS SOLICITORS
Pickerings Solicitors provides a comprehensive legal service for business clients and private individuals. Pickerings became an independent practice in 1997, yet has roots in Tamworth going back over 50 years. They are all specialist in their field and able to provide you with accurate, up-to date legal advice at cost effective rates.
PJW ACCOUNTING
PJW Accounting specialises in ensuring that your business pays the right amount of tax each year. The following principal areas of tax advice are covered are Corporation tax, Income tax, VAT, Capital gains tax and Inheritance tax. They are the first port of call for all your financial matters, giving professional advice to you and your business, They also give free tax and business advice to small companies.
DATA SYSTEMS
Specialists in IT Support and Network Management. With a mission statement to bring technology solutions to our clients by helping them to realise the full potential of their businesses. They offer a complete range of additional services including: Business Planning, Managed Services, Desktop Support, Server Administration & Support, Installation Support and Program Management
CHESHIRE INSURANCE BROKERS
CIB is a progressive insurance and risk management company that provides intelligent solutions to clients Nationwide. They offer a complete range of products and advice to industrial, commercial, professional & retail companies and to high net worth individuals.
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BUSINESS SUPPORT
Once there is a clear take up of a franchise we will issue a dedicated support team to get things moving. We will also offer full training and support which will cover everything required to put you on the road to success. We like our people to work with each other and succeed together, so a meet and greet including a Q&A can also be setup with as many branches as the franchisee requests.
We are extremely passionate about the Kenect brand and the image it portrays, so initially we will work very closely with our franchisees to help setup their businesses the “Kenect way”.
With many branches of our own we understand what’s required to setup a new branch and get it trading. We alsohaveourown professionals inplacetofully support the back office, front office and everything in between. In the past we have been known to get a new branch operational within a few days.
We have access to highly experienced advisors and suppliers who understand the vagaries of our industry and will greatly assist in the delivery of a successful and efficient business.
As a franchisee you will receive valuable, ongoing business support as standard and will be offered the opportunity to purchase additional extras to really give your new business the kickstart it deserves.
We will assist you in developing a business plan, in learning the best ways to hire and manage staff, and in how to profitably manage your facility.
We have developed, over the years a “Symbiotic profit calculator”whichsignificantlyincreasestheprobability of financial success and customer satisfaction. The calculator is a dynamic tool which we will share with our franchisees on a strictly confidential basis. We do not believe any other provider in our sector has this management tool.
Everyone working for Kenect is an important player on the team. We believe in building personal professional relationships with our staff and offer guidance and support as and when required.
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REASONS THAT MAKE US UNIQUE
Why become a franchisee when I can open my own agency?
1. With almost a decade of trading history and a solid reputation in the market for delivering first class customer service to our customers and candidates, we are proud to be recognized as one of the highest rated recruitment companies in the UK.
2. Investment is key, and at Kenect we ensure we stay at the forefront of technological development which puts us ahead of our competitors in respect to our integrated CRM/Payroll system, marketing, social media and advertising.
3. People are what makes a business and at Kenect you will benefit from a team with vast amounts of experience within the recruitment sector who are always on hand to provide their expertise and support, whether that be with the day to day running of your business or just a general chat.
4. Becoming a Franchisee and understanding the business and the legislation that surrounds it can seem like a daunting prospect. Kenect offer a one of a kind interactive online training academy, which includes “how to” videos with step by step support, along with full guidance and training on the legislation knowledge required to ensure your business runs compliantly.
5. Marketing the business and getting you known in your territory is crucial and at Kenect we have a suite of products designed to get you noticed, whether that be mailshots to prospects, candidate generation advertising, bespoke marketing materials or something specific you would like. Our in-house marketing team are on hand to assist and support in all areas whether that be the traditional method or digitally.
6. Building the business needs support and at Kenect we have a large active client base that can be tapped into, plus over 50 customers on a preferred supplier list offering the opportunity to have a “warm” introduction to those customers who already have a relationship with Kenect in other parts of the UK. Some notable names on this list are Wincanton, Greencore and DHL. We also have a strong relationship with neutral vendors such as GRI, which gives us access to a number of customers who only use this platform.
7. Accreditation is important and Kenect prides itself in being accredited members of the following bodies: ICO, FTA (Logistics UK), RHA, REC corporate member ( all Directors, senior managers, HR and accounts are accredited and certified in the recruitment code of conduct and best practices), GLAA, SEDEX and Stronger Together. We are also independently audited on an annual basis by the BEIS (The governing body of the recruitment industry) and the GLAA (Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority) to ensure our compliance and company ethics are maintained to the highest standards. In 2020 we were voted one of the best companies to work for in the UK.
8. Quality and compliance are at the core of everything we do in operating our business. Getting it right first time every time ensures that whenever a customer or candidate uses one of our services they can be confident in the knowledge that we are acting on their behalf in a legal and compliant manner.
9. Being “Kenected” as a team brings everyone together and the Kenect Intranet portal is one of the most professional and effective back office support systems on the market. It has been tailor-made, and its individual processes makes it a one of a kind system. Sharing of information across the branch network is quick and easy, and all have the opportunity to comment or submit their own stories and thoughts, along with the business sharing updates, branch league tables and competitions for all to enjoy!
The Kenect Intranet portal has also been voted the best intranet portal by the 3rd party software developers who support these systems throughout the world.
10. With an interactive online registration portal with integrated AI, our candidates benefit from a system that will help match their needs to what they are looking for and our customers have the opportunity to view their candidate’s compliance items including certificates, licences etc. along with the ability to confirm working hours, control any client specific paperwork and upload/download all through an online cloud based client portal.
11. Financial considerations are always going to play a big part in the decision to become a Kenect franchisee, so we are able to offer an Agency Principal model, should you not wish to engage factoring support or offer personal guarantees, that allows you to focus on growing your business. We will take care of paying your candidates on a weekly basis followed by the collection of monies outstanding from invoices raised.
12. Support with a new Kenect Franchise is paramount in helping you achieve your goals, and along with dedicated franchise support and on-going coaching and mentoring the back office will support with credit checking potential customers issuing T&C’s, invoicing and credit control along with support for HR, payroll and compliance.
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THE EARNINGS POTENTIAL
What you can earn out of Kenect Recruitment Franchise is, in the final analysis, up to you: how hard you work, and how gifted you are. It’s no different to anything else. But you’ll be surprised at how the numbers can stack up.
BRANCH FRANCHISE
2 BRANCH FRANCHISE
BRANCH FRANCHISE
3 BRANCH OWNERSHIP OVER 5 YEARS
The figures set forth in this illustration indicate the gross profit margins and revenue expenses as stated turnover levels which have been experienced by the franchisor in it’s own operations. There is no guarantee that you will achieve the same results, nor is it intended that you should rely on them as a warranty or guarantee of what you will achieve. Please note the year one projections are based on a 12 month period after an initial 3 month start-up period.
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Turnover £560 000 £840 000 £1 100 000 £1 360 000 Staffing Costs £443 040 £655 200 £858 000 £1 060 800 Gross Profit (After MSF & Advertising Levy) £89 600 £134 400 £176 000 £217 600
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Turnover £560 000 £840 000 £1 100 000 Staffing Costs £443 040 £655 200 £858 000 Gross Profit (After MSF & Advertising Levy) £89 600 £134 400 £176 000
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Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Turnover £560 000 £1 400 000 £2 500 000 £3 860 000 £5 480 000 Staffing Costs £443 040 £1 098 240 £1 956 240 £3 017 040 £4 280 640 Gross Profit (After MSF & Advertising Levy) £89 600 £224 000 £400 000 £617 600 £876 800
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Turnover £560 000 £840 000 £1 100 000 £1 360 000 £1 620 000 Costs of Labour £443 040 £655 200 £858 000 £1 060 800 £1 263 600 Gross Profit (After MSF & Advertising Levy) £89 600 £134 400 £176 000 £217 600 £259 500 10
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WHY CHOOSE RECRUITMENT?
Recruiters helped almost a million people find a new permanent job in 2016/17 and on any given day are responsible for 1.3 million agency workers in the UK labour market.
The total revenue from permanent and temporary placements reached £32.2 billion for an industry that continues to employ over 100,000 people itself.
£28.2 billion was generated from temporary placements while approximately £4.0 billion was generated through permanent placements.
The average length of a temporary agency worker assignment was 17 weeks, while only 1 per cent of assignments lasted 52 weeks or more.
47 per cent of agencies in permanent recruitment made margins of 15 to 19 per cent, with an additional 12 per cent securing fees of 20 to 24 per cent.
31 per cent of agencies made margins of 15 to 19 per cent on temporary placements, with a further 12 per cent securing 20 to 24 per cent and 15 per cent achieving 25 per cent or more.
Agencies active in the permanent market averaged 12.3 permanent placements per employee annually. Agencies operating in the temporary market averaged £380,792 in annual temporary/contract sales per employee in 2016/17.
This year’s edition of the REC’s Recruitment industry trends report indicates a forecast for above GDP growth for the industry over the next three years: 3.8 per cent in 2017/18, 3.6 per cent in 2018/19 and 2.7 per cent in 2019/20.
The unemployment rate remained at 4.2%, the joint lowest since 1975, and there were 1.42 million unemployed people, 46,000 fewer than for October to December 2017.
9 in 10 businesses use a staffing agency.
77% of recruitment professionals expect their firm’s revenue to increase in 2018 compared to 2017. A staggering 84 percent of candidates would consider leaving their current company if another company with an excellent reputation offered them a job.
Sources: beanery.com / rec.uk.com / bullhorn.com
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A LIFE CHANGING SUCCESS STORY
Having been born and bred in the Midlands I spent a lot of my childhood and adult life visiting the South West of England during holiday season, so it was only natural that I had developed a strong desire to finally make this beautiful part of the Country my home in later life.
So, in August 2020 I made the decision to realise my dream and sell up and move.
With any life-changing choice there are many factors to consider and one of these being employment. Having spent over 2 decades in HR and Recruitment
it was a sector that I knew best and understood and more importantly a job that I had a real connection with, it did not feel like work to me I enjoyed the day-to-day interaction with people and the satisfaction of placing people into work.
Moving over 200 miles was a daunting thought! Apart from a few family members close by I knew nobody; I did not know the area I had purchased a house in and had no idea of the current job market or the industry surrounding me.
After considering other employment options I kept coming back to recruitment, so my next task was to explore the opportunities in this area. I then came across a franchise opportunity with Kenect Recruitment and luckily for me the Devon & Cornwall region was available to purchase.
Following a meeting with the Franchise Director David De-Lacy Jones my fears of starting up my own business from scratch soon disappeared, Kenect is a well-regarded agency and a trusted supplier to many blue-chip Companies.
this was perfect for me knowing that I would be joining an established brand and supported in every avenue of running my own business whilst still maintaining the autonomy to grow and develop the South West region.
David explained the whole process of becoming a franchisee in detail and with the very low-start-up costs it didn’t take long for me decide that this would be the perfect fit for me and my new life in Devon.
I finally made the big move at the end of March 2021 and in quick succession Kenect Devon & Cornwall was launched on the 6th April 2021.
With Kenect’s strong PSL it wasn’t long before I started placing my first candidates into work, since then I have seen my business grow week on week and the satisfaction of knowing that I started with nothing has been immense.
Chantel talks about her big move and setting up a new business with Kenect Recruitment
I can truly say I have never looked back, having the franchise has allowed me to meet so many new people and integrate myself into Devon life much quicker than I ever thought. I am now 4 months on and my business is going from strength to strength, expanding on a weekly basis.
Kenect has given me the confidence and support to continue doing the job that I love whilst maintaining he perfect work/life balance I was looking for.
My expected revenues for the first full year of trading will exceed £600k with a substantial profit margin.
I would highly recommend getting in touch with Kenect Recruitment to see what opportunities lie ahead for you!
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Chantel Firman - Franchisee for Devon and Cornwall
"With Kenect’s strong PSL it wasn’t long before I started placing my first candidates into work!"
The Journey Of Becoming A Franchisee
We had lots of conversations with David (Director Of Franchises) from Kenect about the opportunity to become a franchisee. We were both in full time positions, earning decent money so we were a bit sceptical about leaving to go out on our own. We had asked question after question almost trying to find something wrong or an excuse to not go ahead, but it never came. Kenect couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful in guiding us and the more we spoke with them, the more we were convinced this was for us. This is our 6th week in business and this is honestly the best decision we have both made. Leaving two well-paid jobs to go out and essentially work for yourself is daunting but if you feel this is something that you are passionate about, I would urge you just to have a conversation with David and to be honest, with the support of Kenect, you really aren’t “working alone”.
I have been working in sales companies for 16 years and I have never worked alongside more helpful people, from the accounts team to the marketing team, from the compliance team to the management team, they just can’t do enough for you. We have enjoyed every minute of it so far and are really looking forward to building a successful business with Kenect as our backbone!
With the support of Kenect, you really aren’t “working alone”.
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FAQ’S
DO I NEED TO KNOW HOW TO RUN A RECRUITMENT BUSINESS?
No. Ideally, we would prefer franchise owners who have commitment, drive, ambition and enthusiasm for the business and have a background in recruitment, but this is not essential. We will assist you to obtain a greater understanding of how a good recruitment business should be run.
WHAT TYPE OF PERSON/COUPLE ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?
We are looking for committed, ambitious and motivated individuals who have the desire to own, operate and develop their own business, with or without experience.
WHAT IS THE GROWTH POTENTIAL?
Kenect Recruitment has developed its business model in line with modern systems and ideas to ensure that it captures, both current and future markets as well as multiple sectors. The opportunities for growth, depend entirely upon you, and how big you want your business to be. As with any franchise, success is due to the demanding work and dedication of the franchisee. Remember you can always own more than one… there is always other franchise areas available within Kenect Recruitment’s franchise model.
WHAT IS YOUR RECRUITMENT PROCEDURE FOR FRANCHISEES?
Once you have received your franchise information pack and should you wish to pursue the matter further, then we will invite you to one of our main offices throughout the UK to discuss the matter in further detail.
CAN I RUN MY FRANCHISE BUSINESS FROM HOME?
Yes, you can to start with, however It will be a requirement that you have an office located within your franchise territory within 12 months.
CAN I SELL MY FRANCHISE IN THE FUTURE?
Yes. You can sell the franchise at any point, and whilst we will work with you to find a suitable buyer we will also have the first option to purchase the business. Any potential buyers can only be confirmed by ourselves.
WHAT ARE THE POTENTIAL EARNINGS?
Your earnings will depend on your hard work and business plan however form previous experience good franchisees can achieve a £1m turnover in year one.
HOW LONG IS THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT?
Our franchise agreement lasts for five years. We are committed to offering the continuing on-going support for all our new franchise operations. We will provide handson support whenever it is needed. We provide regular support visits, regular audit and review visits, regional meetings and an annual conference in order to share ideas and experiences. We will offer a full week of training on our in-house systems, our front office operations and services and our back-office services. We have a unique business model already in place which takes away all the head-aches so you can focus on making profit.
You should be reassured by the fact that Kenect has been accredited by many of the top recruitment confederations for a number of years. It is also in the brand’s best interests to train and support franchisees, as Kenect only makes its money when franchisees are making money for themselves.
WHAT MAKES YOUR BEST FRANCHISEES THE BEST?
Reputation & Our People - and that’s it. Some people work harder. Some people are more confident. And some people won’t accept failure which makes Kenect the stand out brand in the Recruitment world.
Not everyone can be the best, but what sets our top performers apart is their drive, their attitude and their belief in themselves and their businesses.
Having a fantastic business infrastructure also helps control everything in-house which dramatically reduces downtime and issues making us extremely efficient.
WHEN CAN I SPEAK TO SOME FRANCHISEES?
Only after we have met and decided that all parties are happy to explore a franchise opportunity with Kenect Recruitment. We are looking for talented and motivated franchise partners and, as such, have a stringent recruitment policy.
Our franchisees are busy running their own businesses, and we respect that. They have been in the same position as you, though, and are willing to meet with genuine parties that have been through the correct channels.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO START AFTER SIGNING?
Every territory will be different, and we will work with you to complete the necessary documents. We will assist you to finalise the business and marketing plans, locate suitable premises and offer full training on our business procedures and how we use our in-house systems. We aim to get a franchise up and running within a couple of weeks.
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WHAT YOU NEED
It takes dedication and a lot of hard work to become successful at something and recruitment is no different. There is just no escaping the fact that running your own business can be difficult. However, you are doing it for yourself the rewards of a Kenect franchise will be there for you to see from day one. If you possess the following attributes then a Kenect franchise could be just what you have been looking for:
1) CONFIDENCE
There’sareasonthattheindustrytendstoattractextroverts. Working as a recruiter involves a lot of networking and interacting with a large number of people, so confidence is definitely beneficial. It’s not only important for the recruiter to have confidence in themselves, but also in the skills that they can offer a client and candidates.
4) GOOD LISTENER
Recruiters have got a bit of reputation for being able to talk the ears off of you, but they must also be a good listener! Though the temptation may be to launch into a conversation by shouting about how great they are, it’s important to sit back and listen to the client or candidates needs and requirements first. It will be much easier to fill roles if you take the time to get to know what each party is looking for.
5) STRONG SALES SKILLS
Recruitment is basically sales. First the recruiter sells their service to the client and then they must sell the job to the candidate, explaining why it would be such a great opportunity for them to take. If you lack this flare for sales, it will probably be tough to get any clients on board and no clients means no business.
7) GOOD AT MULTI-TASKING
Recruiterswilloftenbeworkingonanumberofjobsatthesame time, from a series of different clients, so they need to be able to juggle the different projects alongside each other. Sometimes certain roles may need to be prioritised due to a higher level of urgencytofilltheposition,sotheymustalsobegoodatmanaging theirtimeeffectively.
2) GOOD COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Recruitment often relies heavily on effective communication, so it’s important for the recruiter to be good at communicating both face to face as well as via phone/email. The client and candidate expect to be kept in the loop throughout the recruitment process, so it’s essential that the recruiter provides them with frequent updates and works as a middle man between the two.
3) APPROACHABLE DEMEANOUR
It’s essential for future business that recruiters are able to build positive professional relationships with their clients and candidates and are likeable. If they don’t come across as particularly personable, it can make the client/ candidate feel uncomfortable. By creating a good rapport with everyone you work with, a level of trust is then built between you. These professional relationships will in turn make future business a lot easier, as they are more likely to want to work with you in the future or to recommend you to others.
6) TARGET DRIVEN
Recruitment is an incredibly competitive industry, so it’s crucial that the recruiter is driven and can work well under pressure. Recruiters often work on a commission or bonus basis, according to their performance, so this works as an incentive to hit their targets. If you are not willing to put the effort in to meet these targets, then your earning potential will drop significantly.
8) PATIENCE
Things don’t often go to plan and the recruiter must be patient if interviews need to be rescheduled, or they don’t find the right person on the first round. Though this can sometimes be frustrating, it’s important to keep your cool and be professional about it.
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JOIN US FOR A DISCOVERY DAY!
Our franchise discovery day is perfect if you’re interested but still on the fence about the Kenect Recruitment franchise. You will meet with our team, we’ll explain the ins and outs of our franchise via presentations and answer any of your questions through one to one discussion. You also get to take a good look around Kenect Recruitment and our support companies. We want to show you what we have to offer and in turn find out what whether you’re the right match for us!
What Happens at a Discovery Day?
All of our prospective franchisees attend a Discovery Day before we consider moving forward with a franchise. The experience gives you a chance to meet with us to see if the business opportunity is right for both of us.
The last part of every Discovery Day is a meeting where you can ask us any questions or queries you have about the franchise in a private setting. If you’re satisfied with the answers we give which
we’re sure you will be, we then provide details on the next steps to about joining the Kenect family. That’s not to say we won’t be available to answer any follow up questions after the meeting as aim to provide all the information you need to make what is after all a big decision.
It’s no small thing to decide to open a Kenect Franchise, both on a personal level and for your family or close friends. With this is mind you are welcome to bring a guest with you when you attend, this could be a potential business partner or a family member, as two heads are almost always better than one. If all this sounds like something you’d be interested in give us a call to book a place on one of our next Franchise open days.
If all goes well and you want to proceed to the next stage we then start working on a financial and strategic business plan to get your franchise off to a strong start.
DISCOVERY DAY AGENDA
Head Office - Meet & Greet
Kenect Burton Branch - What does a Kenect Branch Look like?
What do I get as part of the franchise package?
How will you market my business?
Lunch with our Partners - What independent professional advice will I receive?
Meet the back office team - How will you support my business?
Head of Franchising - Questions and Next Steps
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Comeandjointhewinningteam! If you’re interested in taking the next step and opening a business under the Kenect banner. or just want to know more, please contact our franchising Franchising Department Kenect House 4 Hawkins Lane Burton-Upon-Trent DE14 1PT 0121 667 6199 franchising@kenectrecruitment.co.uk www.kenectrecruitment.co.uk/franchising 17 ARE YOU READY? Director David Delacy-Jones for more information
Kenect House, 4 Hawkins Lane, Burton-Upon-Trent DE14 1PT 0121 667 6199 www.kenectrecruitment.co.uk