Standards in Recruitment

The standards are designed to apply across all recruitment agency business platforms. The agency standards and guidance help strengthen operations internally, and is a useful tool for recruitment compliance managers and directors alike.

The standards are based on the principles of quality, transparency, honesty and legality. They include a requirement for a recruitment agency to demonstrate consistency in both business and recruitment good practice and through an independent audit, identifies a well-run and reliable agency.

As a single standard that any agency can apply for it is most suitable for those looking for a standards blueprint and professional verification of compliance and quality.

For agencies the programme helps design and lock in processes so adding real value at every stage and strengthening your business. The SiR mark of excellence sets you apart from your competitors. For hirers and candidates SiR accreditation is a sign of quality assurance you can rely upon.