Why Choosing an REC Member Agency Is Good for Business

22nd May 2025

Why Choosing an REC Member Agency Is Good for Business

In Recruitment, Trust Matters

Choosing the right recruitment partner is a critical decision for any business. Whether you’re hiring to cover seasonal peaks, building workforce resilience, or expanding into new markets, the people you bring in will directly impact performance.

In a complex labour market, trust, transparency, and compliance are not just nice-to-haves. They are essential. That’s why working with a recruitment agency that is a member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) is more than a stamp of approval. It’s a signal that your agency is committed to the highest professional standards in the industry.

What REC Membership Means

The REC is the UK’s leading voice for recruitment and a recognised authority on standards, ethics, and best practice. Member agencies are held to a strict Code of Professional Practice and must demonstrate a consistent commitment to legal compliance, candidate care, and client service.

In short, REC membership is not about optics. It’s about accountability. It means your recruitment partner operates responsibly, understands employment law, and follows fair, transparent processes.

For clients, this translates into peace of mind. You can expect:

Advice that reflects up-to-date legislation and best practice
Workers who are treated fairly and supported properly
Confidence that your recruitment supply chain is ethical and legally sound

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Why It Matters for Employers

Businesses that rely on temporary recruitment, particularly at scale, know that the cost of poor hiring decisions goes beyond budgets. A lack of due diligence can lead to compliance risk, reputational damage, or operational disruption.

Working with an REC member reduces those risks. You know your agency has:

A clear process for handling complaints and issues

Access to training and legal updates

A proven commitment to ethical recruitment practices

A network of peers and support that keeps standards high

These foundations are especially important when hiring temporary workers in fast-moving, high-volume environments. With an REC-accredited agency, you’re not just buying a service, you’re gaining a partner who understands the value of getting things right.

Choosing the Right Partner Isn’t Just About Filling Roles

It’s about safeguarding your reputation, strengthening your workforce strategy, and working with an agency that takes compliance and standards as seriously as you do. REC membership is a clear signal that an agency is committed to best practice, ethical recruitment, and continuous improvement, all of which have a direct impact on business outcomes.

At The Best Connection, our long-standing REC membership reflects the way we operate across every part of our business. From legal compliance and worker welfare to client service and industry leadership, we are committed to delivering recruitment solutions that are reliable, responsible, and built for long-term partnership.

We support businesses across the UK with flexible staffing solutions that meet high-volume demand without compromising on standards. Whether you’re looking for additional workforce support, improved compliance assurance, or a recruitment partner that truly understands your priorities, we’re here to help.

Let’s Strengthen Your Workforce Strategy

If you are reviewing workforce flexibility or scalability, we are ready to support that conversation.

Call: 0121 504 3080 , Email: sales.enquiries@thebestconnection.co.uk, or Find Your Local Branch

About The Best Connection

The Best Connection is one of the UK’s leading providers of temporary workforce solutions. For over three decades we have proudly served and supported our clients and candidates across multiple industry sectors, delivering our best-in-class customer service.