Day in the Life

A Day in the Life: Industrial Recruiter

Guest Blog by Lauren Walton, Industrial Recruiter at The Best Connection Worcester

‘Recruitment is fast-paced and ever-changing, requiring adaptability, tenacity, and strong commitment. Every day presents new challenges and opportunities to connect clients with the right candidates. 

As a Recruitment Consultant at The Best Connection, I begin my day by checking new starters, confirming their arrival with clients, and updating the temporary worker plan. I then review my objectives, focusing on top prospects to secure new business and maintaining relationships with warm and cold prospects. 

Throughout the day, I conduct interviews, pre-screen candidates, and perform CV searches to fill bookings. If I find a high-quality candidate, I introduce them to clients to secure potential placements. Using job boards, social media, and direct outreach, I ensure a steady pipeline of talent. 

Daily client calls and site visits help me understand workforce needs and build strong relationships. Even without scheduled meetings, I drop into businesses to introduce our services. I also track job postings in our area to identify new leads. Transparency with clients is key—if we don’t have the right candidate, I keep them informed while actively searching for the best fit. 

Understanding both client and candidate needs ensures successful placements. I take time to learn candidates’ work history, availability, and job preferences to match them effectively. Regular check-ins with placed candidates and clients strengthen relationships and ensure smooth onboarding. 

Winning new business and helping candidates secure jobs is the most rewarding part of the role. Persistence is key—converting prospects can take weeks or months, but success reinforces the value of the work we do. 

Recruitment isn’t easy, but it’s fulfilling. No two days are the same, and adapting to different clients and candidates is crucial. Since starting at The Best Connection, I’ve grown in confidence, transitioning from the HGV desk to Industrial, attending client meetings, and expanding my expertise. 

Success in recruitment comes down to tenacity—the drive to win business, place candidates, and support company growth. Every “no” leads to a future “yes,” and each success makes the effort worthwhile. Recruitment takes patience and determination, but the rewards make it one of the most fulfilling careers out there.’

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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. To find out more please visit our website: https://thebestconnection.co.uk.