Rekrutteringsbyrå

Rekrutteringsbyrå, or recruitment agency, is a company that helps organizations identify, assess, and hire new employees. They act as intermediaries between employers and candidates and may operate across industries or specialize in specific sectors, such as IT, finance, healthcare, or manufacturing. Some agencies focus on entry-level roles, while others handle executive search, permanent placements, or temporary staffing.

Core services typically include sourcing candidates, screening and shortlisting, conducting interviews and assessments, performing reference checks, and negotiating offers. Many agencies also provide advisory services on employer branding, market intelligence, and salary benchmarking. For clients who need temporary workers, agencies may manage payroll, compliance, and offboarding.

Business models vary. Contingency recruitment charges a fee only when a candidate is successfully placed. Retained or executive-search assignments involve upfront fees. Agencies may work on exclusive or non-exclusive terms and offer project-based arrangements. Temporary staffing firms supply workers for defined periods and handle payroll and related administration.

Processes usually follow a structured workflow: client brief and job specification, proactive search and outreach, evaluation and shortlisting, client interviews, offer and negotiation, and onboarding. Data handling is governed by privacy laws such as GDPR, and agencies must comply with equal opportunity and anti-discrimination regulations where applicable.

Trends in the field include increased use of digital recruiting tools, AI-assisted screening, social recruiting, and market mapping. There is growing emphasis on candidate experience, diversity and inclusion, and speed to hire, alongside ongoing attention to cost efficiency and regulatory compliance. Metrics commonly tracked include time-to-fill, quality of hire, client satisfaction, and retention.