From Candidate to Client: Supporting HR Professionals

When HR Professionals Come Full Circle From Candidates to Clients and Back Again

One of the most rewarding parts of recruitment is seeing careers come full circle. At VWA, we’ve had the privilege of witnessing this countless times over our 35 years of operation. A candidate we once helped may return later to hire for their own team. Just as often, a long-standing client, such as an HR Director, Talent Acquisition Manager, or an Office Manager who handles HR, comes back to us when they are ready for their next career move!

It’s always a pleasure to reconnect in a new way, but what makes this even more special is that it’s all built on the solid relationships we nurture. At VWA, relationship building isn’t just part of what we do – it’s at the very heart of it.

A Relationship That Grows With You

When someone returns to us, whether they are an HR Manager hiring for their team or a Senior HR professional looking for their next role, the relationship already has a strong foundation. We’ve built that connection over time, through honest communication, mutual respect, and a deep understanding of each other’s needs. At VWA, we don’t just work with clients and candidates – we partner with them, getting to know their motivations, challenges, and long-term goals. That makes everything more efficient and collaborative, whether you’re hiring or looking for your next opportunity. It feels like picking up where we left off rather than starting fresh!

A Full Circle Experience

There is something genuinely satisfying about supporting someone as a candidate and later as a client. It shows that the experience they had with us made a difference. And when an HR Leader, such as a Chief People Officer or HR Business Partner, chooses to return as a candidate, it speaks volumes about the level of trust we’ve built. These moments remind us why long-term relationships in HR are so valuable – and why we focus so much on building trust from the start. Over our 35 years of operation, we’ve seen countless clients become candidates and vice versa, reinforcing that recruitment is all about lasting connections!

A Shared Understanding of HR Needs

HR professionals understand what good recruitment looks like. They know it’s not just about ticking boxes but about finding the right person for the right environment, someone who will grow and thrive within the organisation. At VWA, we place a huge focus on relationship building. We take the time to understand not only the immediate hiring needs but also the wider vision of the organisation and how new hires will fit into the long-term culture. This shared view helps everything run smoothly, from the first conversation to the final placement. We start with a clearer brief, and the outcomes are always stronger.

Connections That Last

At VWA, we are committed to building lasting relationships. We don’t just work on one-off placements – we focus on developing long-term partnerships with HR professionals, from HR Managers and Talent Acquisition Specialists to Learning and Development Coordinators and Employee Engagement Consultants. We believe in staying in touch, even when the immediate need is over. Many of the HR professionals we work with come back to us again and again, and it’s always a joy when they do. When someone gets in touch after years, it’s a clear sign that we’ve made a lasting impact, and that’s something we are incredibly proud of.

Professional Networks That Evolve With You

Recruitment is not just about filling roles – it’s about building a professional network that lasts. At VWA, we are invested in the long-term success of the professionals and companies we work with. HR professionals, from HR Administrators to Heads of HR often move between roles, companies, and even industries, and through it all, many come back to us when they need support. Whether they are hiring or ready to make a move themselves, we are proud to be part of that evolving network, and we continue to build relationships that will last throughout their careers!

Looking Ahead

At VWA, we are here to support HR professionals at every stage of their journey. Whether you are hiring for your HR team, looking for a senior role like a People Manager or HR Business Partner, or considering your next career move, we would be delighted to help. We take the time to build meaningful relationships that are grounded in trust, communication, and understanding.

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