After graduating from university, it is common to not know what to do next. You might like the idea of diving straight into full-time employment. Whilst this can be a daunting prospect, it is equally as exciting. But not everyone knows where to begin. Graduate recruitment agencies are a great starting point! If you’re a student at the University of Exeter wanting to find a permanent position in your university city, here’s your compiled list of the best graduate recruitment agencies in Exeter.
1. Aspira Recruit
If your background is in law, this is the graduate recruitment agency for you! This agency specialises in legal positions. Based in Exeter and Plymouth, they have job vacancies all over the South-West. They advertise entry-level positions to more senior positions. If you are unsure how to kickstart your legal career in Exeter, this recruitment agency has the advice you need.
2. Cathedral Appointments
This graduate recruitment agency has 35 years of experience and advice available to you. They’re based in Exeter, but will help you find a position around the South-West. If you’re seeking to work in accountancy, the charity sector, human resources, recruitment, talent acquisition or even IT & tech, they have opportunities for you. Their wide-ranging expertise and job sectors will allow you to truly explore all the opportunities available to you.
3. Reed
Though this recruitment agency has offices all around the UK, Reed has an impressive catalogue of job opportunities in Exeter. With eight offices in the South-West area, Reed is a great recruitment agency to check out! Their expert recruiters can help find your next role from across 20 different sectors. Through their website, you can submit your CV. They will then be in touch with you over the latest job opportunities that you will be the most suited with. Whether you want to be a teacher or an engineer, there is a role you want waiting for you!
4. Exeter University
Whilst this one is not a recruitment agency by trade, Exeter university will provide you with the guidance you need to navigate the world of employment after graduation. On Handshake, they advertise job positions that range from entry-level to more senior. Through the Career’s Zone, you can access career guidance if you are an alumnus of the university. Make use of the advice and expertise that you can access for free!
5. Hays
Conveniently, Hays has an office in Exeter. But they are a national recruitment agency. They advertise opportunities across a multitude of different sectors. From finance to education, they have something for you. Via their website, you can submit your CV so you become a part of their “Talent Networks”. Your CV will be passed onto a consultant who understands the sector you want to go into. When opportunities arise, you will be able to discuss them with your consultant. To register for work, you go to the Hays office in Exeter and go through the registration process with the consultant.
6. Blue Arrows
They offer a variety of roles, ranging from temporary to permanent opportunities. This agency will tailor their support to you, helping you to navigate the job searching process with more ease. They have an office in Exeter, but they can help you find positions in Taunton, Torquay, Barnstaple, Plymouth and Cornwall as well as Exeter. You can register with them online or visit them in their office to sign up.
7. Office Angels
This recruitment agency doesn’t just help you to find your next role. They offer advice on editing your CV, they will help you to prepare for your interview and even provide support once you have landed your job. This invaluable support will guide you throughout the whole process of searching for employment. Their office is located near the Cathedral, making it an easy walk from all student areas.
8. Tribus People
According to their website, this recruitment agency in Exeter helps to match their job seekers to the right working culture. If you struggle to know what kind of working environment would work best, this agency will do the heavy lifting for you! They specialise in marketing, sales and commercial jobs. So if you’re unsure about what to do with that marketing degree, check out this agency. You can get in touch via their website.
9. The Best Connection
On this recruitment agency’s Facebook, they acknowledge how hard it can be for recent graduates to find employment. They note that in the past four years, job vacancies in the UK are at a record low. But they believe they can help Exeter students find their place in the world of work. They work with incredible brands such as Harrods, Waitrose and John Lewis. Who knows? One of these companies might have the right place for you!
10. Total Quality Recruitment (TQR)
This recruitment company has offices around the South-West. Conveniently, they have one in Exeter! Coincidentally, one of the clients of TQR is the University of Exeter. If you like the idea of working for your alma mater, you might want to check out this recruitment agency. Their clientele is not limited to the university. You might be placed in the NHS, the Marriott or Barden. It’s not a difficult process to sign-up to this agency. Simply head to their website, contact the team and they’ll organise the interview or registration.
Searching for your graduate role need not be difficult. Graduate recruitment agencies can demystify the whole process. If you plan on staying in Exeter next year, maybe one of the agencies on this list will be what you need to kick start your career!
