Wanda Said:

Are recruiter's fees negotiable? Certified Employment Agency found a prospect but wants 20% of salary.?

We Answered:

yes, all fees like this are open to negotiation. offer to pay them faster is a good chip to play.

offer 10% at point of hire with no guarantee.

Elmer Said:

Agency fees?

We Answered:

Your employer has breached its contract with the agency, and now owes them a percentage of your salary. So of course they would be in trouble if the agency found out.

Why did you agree to it if there wasn't anything in it for you?

I started with my current company as temp-to-perm. When it came time to go permanent, the boss offered me £22k. I said no, I want £26k. He thought about it and then said, "okay, you can have £26k, but we're going to tell the agency that we're paying you £22k to pay a lower fee" (because it's always a percentage). So I kept my mouth shut because otherwise I would have been getting £4k less and/or would not have a job at all. But why did you do it?

Lydia Said:

Employment & Agency Fees I have been told I am liable for?

We Answered:

If you signed a contract to say you would pay the agency fees,then you may have to do so.But i have never heard of this before.
I think you need to get back to the agency about it and also call the citizens advice bureau and see what they have to say.

I think you should name and shame this company.

Irma Said:

How trust worthy is an employment agency who need cash fees instead of a CHEQUE?

We Answered:

Don't trust anyone who takes money first. In New York the people who hire you pay the fee. A very small group of agencies may charge you but only after they find you a job. DON"T pay up front fees.

Cassandra Said:

What's the difference between a career consulting organization and and employment agency?

We Answered:

Career consulting companies will rip you off.
Employment agencies will rip the employer off.
Your choice.

Seriously, you are paying for a service that may or may not get you a slightly better position for £15k

Franklin Said:

What's the difference between a "career consulting organization" and an "employment agency" ?

We Answered:

An employment agency simply helps people find jobs.A career consulting agencies tests people to determine their aptitude, credentials and provides help with resumes and how to respond to interviews