At Sheridan Maine, we understand the pressure organisations face when hiring, whether you’re searching for a standout accounting, audit or tax professional or building an entire team. The recruitment process can often feel intense, fast-moving and unpredictable, yet one simple step consistently transforms outcomes across both the UK and the US: blocking out dedicated time for the full recruitment cycle. Many hiring processes stall not due to a lack of strong candidates, but because of delays, diary clashes or insufficient protected time for reviewing submissions, conducting interviews and making decisions.
When hiring managers commit to a structured schedule from the outset - allocating time for first and second-stage interviews, candidate comparisons and offer deadlines - the process becomes sharper, smoother and far more effective. Top candidates move quickly, and a clear, pre-planned timetable signals professionalism, organisation and respect for their time. This keeps the best talent engaged and reduces the risk of losing them to faster-moving competitors. With interviews happening in a tight, purposeful sequence, impressions stay fresh, comparisons are more accurate and hiring decisions are made with greater confidence.
Protected diary time also eases pressure on internal teams by preventing last-minute scheduling issues and avoiding bottlenecks. Hiring managers enter interviews focused and prepared, candidates enjoy a more consistent experience, and recruiters can maintain momentum throughout. At Sheridan Maine, we thrive under pressure: give us tight deadlines and a defined hiring window, and we will deliver exactly that. Our process becomes fast, fluid and highly responsive, ensuring you secure the strongest candidates in the market at precisely the right moment.
