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The benefits of using Delve life science search services

The benefits of using Delve life science search services

Partnering with a search firm to proficiently manage and consult during the hiring process, from sourcing to placement, is invaluable for many reasons. This is especially true in the life sciences, semiconductor, and engineering industries where competition for top talent is fiercer than ever and gaining a competitive advantage can be the difference between a great hire and wasted resource. 

 

Choosing the right search firm, with specialist recruitment skills and an in depth understanding of your industry is key to making successful hires. Here at Delve, we think there are many reasons why we should be your recruitment partner of choice, but here are just a few…

 

Our consultative approach – Fundamentally, we care about your business (seriously, we really do)! We appreciate that no two businesses are the same and we invest time in getting to understand your hiring challenges and what makes your business great – and sometimes where you might be missing the mark.  

 

Only by understanding these can we advise on a longer-term recruitment strategy and hiring processes that could give you the advantage. With the ability to provide sound advice and personalised solutions our team of consultants can help, whether you are an early-stage start-up or a global organisation with complex people needs, we have the expertise to support you.

 

Our International reach – We have a wide international reach, and this is reflected in the partnerships we have built with leading companies globally. With offices in the UK and Germany, we are constantly developing and investing in ways of work that enable us to be closer to our clients, helping them to overcome their hiring challenges. Our international network and robust approach to delivering a value-added, holistic service means we can deliver projects successfully, in any location, utilising our bespoke “Beyond the Paper” approach.  

 

Our highly skilled consultants – Our consultants are the lifeblood of our business and simply put, they are what make us great. They are the experts in their industries and will go to extraordinary lengths to make sure that our clients and candidates get the best possible experience from the first conversation to the last! 

 

To find out more about how we can support you and your recruitment needs, visit www.delvelifescience.com

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What is the impact of COVID-19 on recruitment in the semiconductor market

What is the impact of COVID-19 on recruitment in the semiconductor market?

What hasn’t Covid-19 impacted? The way we work and or our own personal lives have changed in some way, shape or form. Recruitment in the semiconductor market is no different.

The pre-covid traditional ways of working on site 100% of the time are no longer appealing to candidates and we have seen that a lot of candidates won’t hesitate to discount a role if this is the expectation. The vast majority are now looking for hybrid roles to allow for a better work-life balance.

Hybrid working itself has revolutionised many areas of work, a key factor to this is increasing the efficiency of the recruitment process. Being able to have virtual interviews means hiring managers or HR teams based in different areas can collaborate on a quicker timescale.

Over recent years there have been multiple announcements from some of the big players (the likes of Intel, Texas Instrument and TSMC) in the semiconductor industry to build, or consider, facilities that have traditionally been in areas such as Asia. This could be down to the impact of COVID-19 lockdowns in affected areas, so new facilities would allow for tensions to be eased.

From a recruitment perspective, this will lead to talent being in even more demand. Candidates who are actively searching for work are likely to have multiple offers of employment meaning more detailed analysis of company reviews and packages is required.

Delve’s bespoke approach to understanding your business allows us to provide realistic and achievable solutions to your recruitment needs. We work with you to devise a recruitment strategy that overcomes any hurdles and ensures that the candidate experience is clear and positive.

Get in touch to see how we can support your business.

Tel: +44 (0)1606 212020

Email: ​[email protected]

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Best practice interview prep

Best practice interview prep

Sometimes the big obstacle can be getting the interview in the first place, but now you have one or maybe multiple interviews lined up, what is the best way to give yourself the maximum chance of getting the job? Here are our key pointers, based on our experience over the years, to help give you the best chance…

Preparation is key – The age old ‘fail to prepare, prepare to fail’. It may sound so obvious, but I can’t stress how important it is to research the company so you can answer the almost guaranteed question of ‘what do you know about us?’ Use the information to think about why you want the job too, employers tend to want to know what has drawn you to their company.

Check the route – Even do a trial run if required, and check there are no issues with the roads on the day. If something unexpected does arise, make sure you have the contact number of the company or recruitment consultant in your phone to call ahead in a worst-case scenario.

Wear appropriate interview clothing – Unless told otherwise, always go in smart wear. In some instances, it may be relevant to wear casual wear dependant on the role, but you are better to be overdressed than underdressed! This may seem obvious, but I’ve seen people turn up in casual wear despite being advised that smart wear is appropriate, and it will usually be a dealbreaker from a first impressions point of view.

Attitude – Many companies we work with will hire on attitude rather than putting skills first, so how you come across based on your attitude, work ethic, body language and interpersonal skills can be more important – you can teach skills, but you can’t teach a good attitude…remember to smile!

Ask questions – This shows you are interested in what they do as a company and gets the conversation flowing in terms of what is familiar to you, from a transferability point of view, or what is new, to show interest. Also, be verbal on company/shop floor tours. Remember, this is a two-way assessment, you need to make sure you have the information you need to decide if it is the right fit for you not just the other way around.

Avoid being negative about previous employers – We all have our own reasons for leaving a company, just make sure it is delivered in a way that doesn’t come across negative to a future employer. In life there are always positives that come from negatives so focus on the positives e.g., the new skills learnt. 

Avoid asking directly about salary – It can come across that motivations perhaps aren’t aligned, plus you should have this information from the recruitment consultancy in advance. If the interviewer asks the question though, have the conversation and answer with honest expectations, don’t let it catch you off guard.

At Delve, we work closely with our clients to be able to support our candidates as much as possible about what to expect in terms of the interview format etc but also crucially gather feedback post interview. If you feel like you haven’t got the information you need, don’t be afraid to ask!

For further information contact Louise Shorrock, Client Manager at Delve Search via LinkedIn or email.

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News from Munich

News from Munich!

Office in Munich
Our office in the heart of Munich is running well with our colleague Nathan Falconer leading Delve Search GmbH’s growth in the DACH region. Nathan has been busy meeting clients new and old, and we are now looking to expand and hire two highly qualified recruiters to join our team in Munich.

If you know someone that might be interested in joining our team, that speaks fluent German & wants to work for a business who value independence and autonomous working, they should contact [email protected] and he would be happy to share more information.

Team Delve recently visited Munich to see the sights, sample the local cuisine, and get a feel for the local culture. We had a fabulous time and can’t wait to be back again soon.

Delve life science visit
The Delve life science team has extensive experience of providing support to life science companies looking to raise their profile and increase their hiring ability. We have vast experience of working with a variety of businesses in the sector, from start-ups to established manufacturers and distributors of essential technologies.

This week Gareth Foden and Jamie Rafferty are visiting Munich to connect with clients new and old. If you would like to arrange a meeting contact:

Gareth Foden – [email protected]

Jamie Rafferty – [email protected]

SemiCon Europa
Nathan Falconer and David Evans will be attending SemiCon Europa from 15-17 Nov 2022, it looks like it’s going to be a great event this year and they are really looking forward to getting the chance to meet up with people. Please reach out to arrange a meeting:

David Evans – [email protected]

Nathan Falconer – [email protected]