FAQ’s

 

What does an IT recruitment agency do?

An IT recruitment agency helps businesses find, assess and recruit skilled IT and technology professionals. At Jump IT Recruitment, we work with employers to understand their requirements, identify suitable candidates and manage the recruitment process from initial search through to appointment. We recruit for permanent, contract and fixed-term IT and technology positions across Kent, London and the wider UK.

What is the benefit of using an IT recruitment agency?

Using a specialist IT recruitment agency can save employers time and provide access to candidates who may not be actively applying for jobs. A specialist recruiter can also help assess candidates against the technical and experience requirements of a role, manage the recruitment process and provide advice on salary, availability and the current IT employment market.

Why use a specialist IT recruitment agency rather than a general recruitment agency?

IT recruitment often requires an understanding of specific technologies, technical skills and job functions. A specialist IT recruitment agency understands the difference between roles and technologies and can assess whether a candidate’s experience is relevant to the vacancy. Jump IT Recruitment has specialised in IT and technology recruitment for more than 20 years.

How quickly can you fill an IT vacancy?

The time required to fill an IT vacancy depends on the role, salary, location, technical requirements and availability of suitable candidates. Some positions can attract suitable candidates quickly, while highly specialised or senior technology roles may require a more targeted search. Jump IT Recruitment discusses the requirements and recruitment strategy with each client before beginning the search.

How much does IT recruitment cost?

Recruitment fees are normally based on the salary of a permanent appointment or the agreed terms for a contract placement. At Jump IT Recruitment, we keep cost very simple so there are no unexpected costs.

We charge a one off 15% fee of basic annual salary excluding VAT.

What IT/Technology roles do you recruit?

Jump IT Recruitment specialises in IT, technology, software and management recruitment. Depending on the requirements of our clients, we recruit roles including Software Developers, Software Engineers, IT Support and Service Desk professionals, Cloud and Azure specialists, DevOps professionals, Business Analysts, Project Managers, Product Managers, IT Managers and other technology and digital roles.

We also recruit for selected Marketing, Sales and Management positions.

Do you recruit permanent IT staff?

Yes. Jump IT Recruitment provides permanent IT and technology recruitment services for businesses looking to appoint employees on a long-term basis. We recruit across a wide range of technical and management positions, from IT support and software development through to senior technology and management roles.

Our approach is to understand both the technical requirements of the vacancy and the experience, personality and career ambitions of the candidate, helping employers find people who are a good fit for the role and organisation.

Do you recruit contractors?

Yes. Jump IT Recruitment provides contract, fixed term and interim recruitment alongside permanent recruitment. We can help businesses find experienced IT and technology contractors for short-term projects, specialist requirements, additional resource or periods of increased demand.

Contract recruitment can be particularly useful when an organisation needs specialist skills quickly without making a permanent appointment.

Can you recruit for remote and hybrid IT jobs?

Yes. We recruit for office-based, hybrid and remote IT and technology positions, depending on the requirements of the employer. The increasing use of hybrid and remote working means that employers can potentially access a much wider pool of specialist technology talent.

Where does Jump IT Recruitment operate?

Jump IT Recruitment is based in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, and recruits IT, technology, management and marketing professionals across Kent, Sussex, Surrey, London and the wider UK.

Although we have strong connections throughout Kent and the South East, many of the roles we recruit can be performed remotely or on a hybrid basis, allowing us to work with employers and candidates across the UK.

Historically, we have also recruited in North America and South Africa!

Do you recruit in Tunbridge Wells?

Yes. Jump IT Recruitment is based in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, and has extensive experience recruiting for employers and candidates in Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding West Kent area.

We recruit for a wide range of IT and technology positions in and around Tunbridge Wells, including software development, IT support, infrastructure, cloud, management and other specialist roles.

Do you recruit across Kent?

Yes. Jump IT Recruitment provides IT and technology recruitment across Kent, including Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Maidstone, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham, Faversham, Ashford, Folkestone, Dover, Deal, Sandwich, Ramsgate, Broadstairs, Margate,  West Malling, Hastings – Basically anywhere across, West Kent, Medway, Mid Kent and East Kent.

Our knowledge of the Kent employment market, combined with our wider UK candidate network, allows us to recruit both locally and nationally depending on the requirements of the role.

Can you help with difficult-to-fill technology roles?

Yes. Difficult-to-fill technology vacancies are one of the areas where specialist recruitment expertise can add significant value.

Some technical roles require candidates with a combination of specific technologies, experience and industry knowledge that can be difficult to identify through traditional job advertising alone. Jump IT Recruitment uses its candidate network, recruitment experience and direct search techniques to identify suitable professionals, including candidates who may not be actively looking for a new position.

Can Jump IT Recruitment help employers anywhere in the UK?

Yes. Although Jump IT Recruitment is based in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, we have extensive experience recruiting for employers across the UK, from Edinburgh to Cardiff, Norwich to Liverpool.

What makes Jump IT Recruitment different?

Jump IT Recruitment combines more than 20 years of recruitment experience with specialist knowledge of IT and technology recruitment. Based in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, we work with employers and candidates across Kent, Sussex, Surrey, London and the wider UK.

Our aim is not simply to send CVs. We take the time to understand the vacancy, the organisation and the type of person required, helping employers find candidates who are suitable for both the role and the business.

Can Jump IT help if I am struggling to recruit?

Yes. If an IT or technology vacancy has been advertised without attracting suitable candidates, Jump IT Recruitment can review the requirements and recommend a different recruitment approach. This might include improving the job description, reviewing salary and benefits, widening the search area or proactively approaching suitable candidates.