FAQ

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Questions for Candidates

No, we only ever present your details to employers after we have spoken to you about the vacancy and have received your permission to do so.

We acknowledge all applications via e-mail, if our recruitment team thinks you are suitable for the role then we will be in touch to discuss the role with you within 2 working days. If we have not contacted you by then it could be that we feel you are not suitable for the role or some details are missing from your CV that are relevant to the role.

This could be for various reasons, sometimes clients are very specific about industry sector experience. This could also be based on the current information we hold on you e.g you told us your looking for a minimum of £35,000 and the job role advertised is for £25,000. If you are in any doubt please give us a call and let our recruitment team assist you in finding a suitable role.

Aspirare Recruitment is a highly respected recruitment solution who have been providing staff to some of the largest businesses in Lanarkshire with staff since 2002. We have in-depth market knowledge and excellent network connections meaning we will be aware of many vacancies that are not advertised, providing you with more opportunities. We are great at managing your application and will liaise with the client on your behalf. Our team can also provide CV feedback and help with interview techniques in order for you to secure the role you are looking for.

Yes, we can put you forward for as many suitable roles as you like. If you receive multiple offers then the choice is yours which role you will go for.

No, we carefully screen all applications and suitable candidates will receive a call in order to discuss the role and inform them who the employer is.

If we have your email/phone number on file you may receive job roles from time to time that we feel would be suitable for your skills and salary expectations.

How can I stop receiving these messages/emails?
You can use the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails, please note this means you will no longer receive job vacancies suited to your skills. To stop text messaging please reply to the message “STOP”.


We acquire data through various channels including:

• An application that you have made via one of the job boards e.g CV Library, Indeed, Monster, Jobsite etc..

• You may have emailed your CV to us directly.

• We might have acquired your CV through an external database job board.

You would have received a welcome email when we collected your details and were given the option to opt-out should you no longer wish us to contact you. You can opt-out any time by contacting us via email or phone.

Questions for Employers

There are a lot of reasons why a business should use a recruitment agency to hire staff. This will vary from company to company but for most businesses, our service offers an insight into the local job market and helps to locate talent they would be otherwise unable to find themselves.

Below we have listed the main advantages of using Aspirare Recruitment:

• Quick recruitment times:
Our expert recruitment team and resources ensure your vacancies are filled promptly.

• Candidate qualification:
We have a 2 step qualification process to screen candidates based on essential skills relevant to the job role, but also on their own needs and motivations.

• Market sector knowledge:
We have the resources and knowledge to reach a variety of local talent in Lanarkshire and outwith our region.

• Financial guarantees:
The fee you pay for a successful placement is secured for 30 days with a free replacement to reduce your risk.

• Expert marketing:
We utilise major job search engines and databases for each role in conjunction with our digital agency Made in Scotland.

• Reference checks:
Aspirare takes time to ensure candidates are technically and culturally suitable before presenting in front of your business.

• Interview and offers management:
We help everyone get the best out of the interview process and help manage you and the candidates time effectively to obtain a positive outcome for all parties.

• Candidate management:
As we manage the candidate’s expectations it vastly reduces unreasonable demands and increases interview attendance rates.

The standard recruitment fees are between 15-20% of the first years annual base salary. However, this can go up as high as 30% for hard to fill, specialist job roles. Aspirare charges substantially lower than the average recruitment agency. Call us now on 01698 324664 to discuss your recruitment requirements.

To answer this question you need to ask yourself. how much is your time worth? Do you have the time to go through hundreds of CV’s per database which often cost hundreds of pounds to access. Do you have time to wait for job ad responses which can also be very expensive to advertise in the first place? What happens after this process if you still haven’t found the right candidate for the role?

When you use Aspirare Recruitment… 

We have long term connections with several of the UK’s leading recruitment websites and job boards. Our own website showcases all our live vacancies and we network extensively to provide access to new candidates.

Should you have a question that has not been answered above or require further explanation please call our recruitment team on 01698 324664 or email us at info@aspirare.co.uk

We value our clients and candidates,
finding the best solution for them both

So, wether you're looking for the best candidate to join your team, or the best opportunity to develop your career, we're here to help.