MEDIA RELEASE
24 August 2009
Economic downturn presents re-staffing opportunities
The economic downturn is offering many organisations the rare opportunity to re-engineer their
workforce and secure highly-qualified candidates that were once in short supply according to leading
recruitment company, Kelly Services, and its professional division, Kelly Executive.
In the wake of the global financial crisis, there are now increased numbers of talented professionals in
the job market, many with high level skills. This is presenting an ideal opportunity to acquire good
quality staff at reasonable salary levels.
Kelly Executive Managing Director, Paul Dickinson said organisations have the chance to enhance their
workforce by capitalising on the current availability of quality candidates.
“Organisations are using this time to strategically hire talented individuals to add depth and strength
within senior and specialist roles.
“True talent remains rare regardless of market conditions. However with fewer opportunities in the
market, it is easier to acquire this expertise at salaries more in line with present market conditions.
Mr Dickinson said the current market offers the chance for organisations to build capability that was
previous lacking, and become more competitive.
“Without the right mix of skilled staff, it will be difficult for many firms to fully capitalise on
opportunities as we move into the economic recovery phase. Those businesses that don’t snap-up good
talent now will be left out of the market.”
According to Mr Dickinson, stability is a key recruiting tool in the current market. Many organisations
that once struggled to attract talent are now sought-after for their long-term stability. “In this market,
candidates want security, and without it, many are reluctant to move jobs or take on a new role.
“The best way to lure high-quality candidates is to offer a strong career path, a financially stable
business, clearly defined strategic direction, strong management, good remuneration and first rate
products and services, “ said Mr Dickinson.
About Kelly Executive
Kelly Executive is the professional and executive recruitment division of Kelly Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: KELYA, KELYB). Kelly
Executive brings high achieving companies and individuals together in IT&T, Legal, Accounting, Banking and Finance, Sales and
Marketing, Human Resources, General Management, Supply Chain and Procurement, Property, Construction and Engineering
sectors. Visit www.kellyexecutive.com.au
Media contact: Bob Bowden, Foresight Communications, 02 9241 2811, 0412 753 298,
bbowden@bowmac.com.au.
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