Virtus Talent

Virtus Talent, Rec2Rec recruitment for growing agencies

Virtus Talent is a recruitment consultancy based in Manchester specialising in Rec2Rec, that is, in recruitment for recruitment and executive search agencies. The firm was founded in early 2020 with the aim of becoming a benchmark in the sector and works with high-growth agencies to expand their sales and research teams.

Its activity is structured as an extension of its clients' team: in addition to presenting candidates, it advises on how to attract and retain talent. The company states that it has worked with 70 agencies in a year and has placed more than 240 candidates, with a success rate of 89% and 51% women among those placed.

Profiles it recruits

Virtus Talent works with three types of candidates who want to start or develop their career in recruitment:

• Graduates: people with no previous experience taking their first steps in the sector.
• Sales professionals: commercial profiles steering their career towards recruitment.
• Experienced recruiters: professionals with a track record looking for new opportunities.

The firm states that its main market is the United Kingdom, where it has consolidated a leading position in the junior or trainee profile segment.

Virtus Video: candidate videos before the interview

To stand out in a highly competitive sector, the company has invested in video software that allows its clients to see a short recording of each candidate before the interview. This tool facilitates more informed decisions about whom to invite and gives the candidate the opportunity to show their personality, communication skills and motivations for entering the sector.

Clients and collaboration model

Virtus Talent states that it has established partnerships with recruitment agencies of very different sizes, from start-ups to FTSE-listed organisations. This variety of clients allows it to tailor each application to the type of company and culture. The firm insists that its approach is not limited to sending CVs: it seeks to build lasting relationships and add value in attracting and retaining talent.

Track record and growth plans

After consolidating its position in the junior profile market in the United Kingdom, the company expresses its intention to continue gaining market share, strengthen its partnerships with clients and consolidate its brand as a leading Rec2Rec. It also plans to continue bringing in talent to its Manchester headquarters.