Contingency Recruitment Services

We know how busy our clients can be, which is why our contingency recruitment service follows a clear, step by step search and selection method, designed to make the recruitment process as simple and as efficient as possible for you.

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From taking a detailed brief through to managing the offer and follow up stages, we will handle it all for you, so you can focus on meeting and selecting from a pool of pre-vetted, suitable candidates.

Our highly bespoke recruitment service is centred on understanding our clients’ needs and expectations. Our rigorous selection process enables us to deliver small, focused lists of only the very best and relevant candidates.

Briefing Meeting

Your personal Consultant will take a detailed briefing and explore competencies and work-style preferences, as we believe a clear understanding of your company culture is an essential part of the recruitment process.

Candidate Search

Our expert Research Consultants will conduct a thorough search of our established database, where we have 1000’s of permanent and temporary candidates. From there, they will decide if it is necessary to conduct a targeted CV search, or place an anonymous advertisement on various established job boards that we partner with.

Competency Based Interview and Assessment

From here, the Research Consultants will conduct telephone interviews to assess candidate capability and suitability for the job. Suitable candidates are then given a full competency and biographical interview, where we focus on understanding career aspirations, cultural fit, technical skills and behaviours.

Selection

Your Consultant will select and present to you a crafted list of candidates, all of whom have been thoroughly briefed. Alongside a CV you will receive a profile providing further details of the candidates’ competencies, skills and aspirations.

Client & Candidate Management and Feedback

The Consultant is responsible for thoroughly briefing the candidate prior to interview, and providing client feedback every step of the way.

We pride ourselves on our ability to represent our clients through our deep understanding of your business and cultural requirements.

Offer and Follow Up

In the final stages, VWA will negotiate a suitable compensation package, organise referencing and conduct right to work checks. As part of our aftercare service, your Consultant will remain in contact with you and the candidate until the start date and beyond, to ensure a smooth transition.

Speak to VWA About Your Hiring Needs

If you are looking for a recruitment partner that understands the importance of efficiency, quality and long-term fit, VWA is here to help.

Our tailored contingency recruitment services are designed to connect businesses with exceptional talent through a streamlined and highly consultative process.

Contact VWA today to discuss your hiring requirements and discover how our team can support your next successful appointment.

About VWA

About us

Founded in 1989, VWA are a boutique recruitment and search consultancy with an established reputation for building successful and long-term partnerships with clients and candidates alike.

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36 years

Of matching the right candidates with the right companies.

5110

Successfully placed permanent candidates and counting.

182 years

of combined industry experience within the current team.

1000 +

Satisfied clients.

Frequently Asked Questions

Contingency recruitment is a hiring model where recruitment agencies work on a role without exclusivity and are typically paid once a successful placement has been made. It is often used for permanent and temporary hiring across a wide range of business functions.

VWA provides a tailored recruitment process that includes detailed briefing meetings, candidate sourcing, competency-based interviews, shortlist presentation and offer management to help clients secure high quality talent efficiently.

VWA combines a consultative approach with deep market knowledge, allowing clients to access carefully vetted candidates who align with both technical requirements and company culture.

Timeframes vary depending on the role and market conditions, but VWA’s established candidate network and structured recruitment process help streamline hiring and reduce time to hire wherever possible.