Huntress search opens an IT academy for graduates

Huntress IT, part of the Huntress Group, are delighted to announce the formation of the Huntress IT Graduate Academy. The Academy is headed by David Spencer-Percival, Managing Director of Huntress IT, and Huntress have appointed Training Manager Tina Khoot to run courses including a two-week induction to the industry as well as specific training for more experienced consultants.



Commenting on the opening of the Academy, David Spencer-Percival explains, ìWith the IT recruitment market becoming increasingly competitive as the sector grows, it is vital for consultants within the industry to have a sound understanding of the vertical markets they will be working in, as well as best practice within recruitment. The Huntress Graduate Academy will offer a comprehensive training package to exceptionally promising young graduates, enabling them to fast-track their career and grow their business.î

The Graduate Academy induction training is a two-week comprehensive course, combining classroom training in recruitment theory, with practical training including role-plays. The knowledge and skills learnt by candidates are then developed in a live environment by making calls to both clients and candidates. The course is designed to take them through each stage of the recruitment cycle so that at the end of the two weeks each new recruit is fully conversant on the role of an IT recruitment consultant.

ìRecruitment consultancies, particular within the IT sector, often struggle with high staff turnover, particularly during the first 6 months from a new recruitís initial start within the industry,î says David. ìIn addition to generating high recruitment costs, this can have a knock-on effect as clients suffer from frequent changes to their account management team. The Academy will build on Huntressís existing training scheme, ensuring that consultants feel confident in their roles and are able to give 100% to clients and IT professionals. We believe that this will add value to our clients and candidates, and is in keeping with the specialist consultancy service that we offer.î