The Rise of the Blended Workforce
The recruitment industry has been going through a transformation over the last few years. So, what has driven this? Well to be honest it has been clients! The constant demand for a more flexible approach to recruitment coupled with an efficient ROI has seen MJ Solutions triple their growth in 2024
So, what is a blended workforce. Well, it is exactly what is says on the tin. A strategic staffing approach that integrates full-time employees with freelancers, contractors, part-time workers, and temporary staff. A good example is the project we have on the go now in Riyadh.
The client requested c.200 hires per year with a focus on Saudi Nationals from the banking industry. The proposal needed to be a fixed monthly fee with no recruitment charges and a dedicated team on site in Riyadh. So far, after 12 months, we have saved the client 40% in recruitment fees and reduced their spend on their internal TA team, but more importantly the time to hire has been reduced from 6 months to 3.
So, is the traditional recruitment model dead? Definitely not, but as recruiters we need to adapt to a changing market. MJ Executive have had more senior mandates this year with the majority retained but we have seen the "volume" or "project" hires move into MJ Solutions.
If you are a client and want to look for a more cost-effective solution that maintains the quality of service and gives you the results you need then drop our MJ Solutions MD, Jas Sanger, a message to info@mackenziejones.com
Business Leader | Finance Executive | ACCA | Tech | Fashion | AI Integration
2moGreat insights! This blended workforce model is also highly relevant to software development, transformational, and technology implementation projects, where the need for highly skilled teams is immediate, and managing fixed costs is critical. It provides a flexible yet efficient solution for businesses looking to access teams with the necessary expertise and experience to drive successful project outcomes, all while adhering to structured budget constraints.
Principal Consultant - Human Resources at Mackenzie Jones Middle East
2moThanks for sharing this, David. Based on the fantastic results we’ve seen this year, it is very clear that offering clients flexibility and tailored solutions is the way to go. The approach to recruitment is definitely changing!
Consultant - Sales and Marketing at Mackenzie Jones Middle East
2moThankyou for shedding light on this David Mackenzie with Recruitment’s evolving, and MJ Solutions is on it! We’re saving clients 40% in fees and slashing hiring time. which is "Awesome" :)
Director | Executive Search | Emerging Technologies | Fintech | AI
2moThe best way to retain excellent service and save on cost with volume recruitment!