Finding Great Candidates is a Quest
Discover the secret to finding top talent for your startup or growth company.
Our hybrid AI-powered approach combines internal sourcing expertise with an external recruitment team to quickly and cost-effectively identify the best candidates.
Our Speciality: Highly Qualified Candidates
Industry Expertise
Our team has deep knowledge of the startup and growth company landscape, allowing us to source the best-fit talent for your unique needs.
Rigorous Screening
We put each candidate through a thorough vetting process, including behavioural assessments and technical evaluations, to ensure they meet your high standards.
Tailored Solutions
Whether you require a full-time hire or a contract role, we construct customised recruitment strategies to deliver the talent you need, when you need it.
Our Approach: Hybrid AI and Talent Acquisition
At Quest, we take a unique approach to finding top talent for our clients. We combine the power of advanced AI technology with a dedicated team of in-house talent acquisition experts.
This hybrid model allows us to quickly source and vet candidates from a wide range of niche talent pools, ensuring our clients have access to the most qualified individuals for their specific needs.
Internal Sourcing Team
Dedicated Experts
Our internal sourcing team comprises seasoned recruitment specialists who excel at identifying and attracting top talent for startups and growth companies.
Rigorous Screening
Using advanced AI-powered tools, our sourcing experts thoroughly evaluate candidates' skills, experiences, and cultural fit to ensure the best match.
Tailored Approaches
Our team develops customised sourcing strategies for each client's unique hiring needs, leveraging their deep industry knowledge and extensive networks.
External Recruitment Team
Sourcing Specialists
Our external recruitment team is composed of highly skilled sourcing specialists who leverage cutting-edge AI tools and extensive industry contacts to uncover top talent from niche talent pools.
They work tirelessly to identify the best-fitting candidates for your startup or growth company.
Talent Mapping
By maintaining deep knowledge of the startup and tech landscape, our sourcers can map out the ideal candidate profiles and proactively reach out to them, regardless of whether they are actively searching for new roles.
Talent Acquisition Lead
Strategic Hiring
Our Talent Acquisition Lead oversees the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring a strategic, data-driven approach to finding the right candidates for our clients' needs.
Team Management
They coordinate the internal sourcing team and external recruitment specialists, aligning efforts to deliver a seamless, high-quality hiring experience.
Data-Driven Insights
Using advanced recruitment analytics, the Talent Acquisition Lead provides real-time visibility into pipeline health, process efficiency, and key hiring metrics.
Sourcing Specialists
Extensive Network
Our sourcing specialists have built an expansive network of passive and active candidates across diverse industries and skill sets.
Advanced Searching
They leverage cutting-edge AI-powered search tools to uncover high-caliber talent quickly, even in niche or highly competitive markets.
Tailored Outreach
Each candidate is personally approached with a customised message that highlights the unique opportunity and how it aligns with their background and goals.
Candidate Screening Process
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Pre-Screening
Our talent acquisition team reviews resumes and applications to identify candidates who meet the key requirements for the role.
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Behavioural Assessments
Candidates complete online assessments to evaluate their soft skills, problem-solving abilities, and cultural fit.
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Technical Evaluations
Qualified candidates undergo rigorous technical tests and coding challenges to assess their skills and expertise.
Behavioural Assessments
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Personality Fit
Evaluating candidate's values, motivations, and interpersonal styles
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Problem-Solving
Assessing critical thinking and decision-making abilities
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Emotional Intelligence
Measuring self-awareness, empathy, and adaptability
Technical Evaluations
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Coding Challenges
Hands-on problem-solving tests
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System Design
Evaluating architectural skills
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Data Structures
Assessing core computer science knowledge
Interview Coordination
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Scheduling
We coordinate the interview schedule, finding convenient times that work for both the client and the candidate.
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Logistics
We handle all the logistical details, from booking interview rooms to arranging any necessary video conferencing.
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Preparation
We ensure both the client and candidate are fully prepared, with relevant information and questions ready to make the most of the interview.
Offer Negotiations
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Review Offer
Analyze compensation, benefits, and other terms
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Negotiate Strategy
Determine objectives and negotiation tactics
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Counter Proposal
Present candidate's alternative offer details
Onboarding Support
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Welcome Meeting
We schedule an onboarding meeting to welcome new hires, review company policies, and set clear expectations for their role.
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Buddy System
Each new hire is paired with an experienced team member who can provide guidance, answer questions, and help them feel integrated into the company culture.
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Skill Development
We work with new hires to identify training needs and develop a personalized learning plan to build their skills and knowledge.
Startup Hiring Challenges
High Growth, Limited Resources
Startups often experience rapid growth, but have limited budgets and personnel to dedicate to hiring. This can make it challenging to attract and onboard talent quickly.
Niche Skill Sets
Startups frequently require employees with highly specialised skill sets that may be scarce in the talent pool. Finding the right candidates can be time-consuming and competitive.
Employer Branding
Younger companies may struggle to establish a strong employer brand and compete with larger, more well-known organisations for top talent.
Cultural Fit
Startups often have unique, fast-paced cultures. Ensuring new hires are the right cultural fit is crucial but can be challenging to assess.
Growth Company Hiring Needs
Dynamic Team Collaboration
Growth companies require highly skilled and adaptable teams that can work together seamlessly to drive innovation and business growth.
Experienced Leadership
Building a strong executive team is crucial for growth companies to provide strategic vision, make tough decisions, and lead the organisation to success.
Diverse Talent Acquisition
Growth companies need to attract top talent from a wide range of backgrounds to bring fresh perspectives and drive continuous improvement.
Improving Hiring Efficiency
Quest's hybrid AI approach streamlines the hiring process, reducing time-to-hire and improving efficiency. Our talent acquisition experts leverage cutting-edge technology to automate tasks like candidate screening and interview scheduling, freeing up your team to focus on the most critical aspects of hiring.
Cutting-Edge Recruitment Technology
At Quest, we leverage the latest advancements in recruitment technology to streamline our hiring process and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Our toolkit includes:
- Intelligent Candidate Matching - Our AI-powered algorithms analyze candidate profiles and job requirements to surface the most qualified applicants.
- Automated Sourcing - We utilise web scraping and social media integrations to continuously identify and engage with top talent across various channels.
- Video Interviewing - Our virtual interview platform allows for seamless, remote candidate assessments, saving time and resources.
- Candidate Relationship Management - Our CRM system helps us maintain robust talent pipelines and nurture relationships with high-potential candidates.