In this case our client, a recruiter specialising in IT, had been dealing with the HR Manager of a large workwear clothing manufacturer to place an ERP Manager.
Temp to perms are usually fairly simple cases, the candidate is taken on as a temporary worker or contractor on day rate, they reach the end of their placement, some time later you find they’ve been hired on a permanent contract, a transfer fee is due. This case is a little different.
Recruitment debts owed by large corporations can often be caused by poor communication or weak process in the debtor’s business. They can often be difficult to collect, with managers within the corporation being bound by internal rules, which for them overrule contract law.
"..........I would like to single out our contact, Neil, who has been a big help and valued advisor throughout the covid downturn. Neil has helped us in recovering a number of debts – one of which was nearly three years old! He has always been personable and honest throughout all of our dealings, which I really appreciate!..........."
So how should companies go about chasing invoices in this kind of environment?
The overall strategy will differ depending on the financial status of the...
