Michelle Said:

if you are employed by an employment agency, are you entitled to Statutory Maternity Pay?

We Answered:

If you've worked for your employer before your partner's pregnancy began you probably have the right to paid paternity leave.

Rafael Said:

What is the benefit of gaining employment through an agency?

We Answered:

Many years ago, I worked through an agency. You have the advantage of the agency doing all the "leg work" for you. Come time to file your income tax return, those agencies that charge you a fee,
you can claim that as a tax deduction. Agencies may provide the first step in a doorway so then you can choose if it will be temp or permanent.

Don Said:

How long does an employment agency get a percentage of my salary?

We Answered:

I work for a temporary staffing agency and we do direct hire as well. We charge our customers (your company) a percentage of your annual salary. Your salary would be no different if you were hired directly through your company rather than placed through the agency (a common misconception is we are taking part of your salary...we are not. It is a fee that we are charging the customer that is based on your salary). When that fee is paid (either in one lump sum or weekly) your salary will more than likely remain the same; unless you are a temp-to-hire.
At my company we spread the payments for the recruiting fee out over 3 months. I hope this helps!

Leonard Said:

Most Ideal Hostel and Employment Agency in Manhattan?

We Answered:

Jazz Hostel will hire you under their "work exchange" and give you a place to stay killing 2 birds with one stone.
http://www.jazzhostels.com/work_exchange…

For an Agency, (in case the Hostel fall through) try TemPosition which often have high paying jobs in NY.
http://www.tempositions.com