Starting Up

Practical guidance on the key tasks involved in launching your recruitment agency. Articles cover business planning, cost management, office solutions and database selection.

Decide Which Recruitment Sector to Specialise in

Picking the right recruitment sector for your new business is crucial, here's what to consider before deciding.

Family Support When You Start a Business

How to keep your family on board when you start your own business and build the support you need.

Find Good Advice About Starting an Agency

Getting advice from mentors and support resources can make a real difference when you're starting a recruitment agency.

Joining Recruitment Trade Associations

The REC is the UK's only official recruitment trade body, with membership signalling quality standards and up-to-date industry knowledge to your clients.

Keep Your Business Start Up Costs Low

Start a recruitment business without breaking the bank using these practical cost-cutting tips.

Making the Most of Your Recruitment Database

Get more from your recruitment database by choosing the right system and using it to match candidates with relevant jobs effectively.

Using a Virtual Office

A virtual office lets you launch your recruitment business professionally without expensive physical space or revealing your home address.

Write a Business Plan for Your Agency

Set out a clear roadmap for your recruitment agency with a business plan that defines your direction, targets and competitive edge.