From Temporary Role to Full-Time Administrative Career
Candidate Background
Heather had worked with her current employer for over 10 years. She enjoyed her position but wanted to see what other opportunities were available in the market. She decided to put some feelers out to see if there was an opening that might be a good fit for her. In her search, she came across a direct hire opportunity for a Controller that we had open at Prime Personnel Resources. She contacted our office to learn more.
The Challenge
Heather was currently working and had established herself in her role for over 10 years. There was comfort there and an ease in her role. Putting herself out for a new opportunity created anxiety and a fear of the unknown.
Questions arose like:
- Would my skill set transfer over for this new role?
- What benefits would they offer?
- Would my pay have to decrease to accept this new position?
- Would they request an interview with me, and how would I navigate that since I have not interviewed for a role in 10 years?
Despite these questions, she knew that she wanted to explore this position and learn more about the opportunity.
Prime Personnel Resources’ Support
1. Personalized Interview & Career Guidance
During her meeting with Prime Personnel Resources, Heather discussed her career goals, described her current role and responsibilities, and reviewed her resume with our staffing team.
Our recruiters identified her strong bookkeeping, communication, and multitasking abilities and agreed with her that she would be a great match for the Controller position.
2. Transparent Job Matching
Prime Personnel Resources walked Heather through the job expectations, company culture, schedule, and position requirements so she could confidently decide if the role was right for her.
She appreciated the clear communication, realistic job preview, and the opportunity to grow into a long-term position.
3. Placement & Ongoing Support
Heather had an interview scheduled within a week. The organization extended a full-time offer to her, and the process for the direct hire placement began.
Our team stayed connected through:
- Weekly check-ins
- Encouragement and feedback from both Heather and the client
- Continued support after the direct hire placement
Heather reported feeling listened to, supported, informed, and prepared throughout the entire process.
The Result
Within her first month, Heather quickly became an essential part of the school faculty team, taking on responsibilities such as:
- Contract management
- Payroll and accounting
- Quarterly financial meeting preparation and reporting
- Month-end and year-end closings
- Meeting coordination, note-taking, and distribution of minutes
Our client praised her for her ability to jump into the role and make it her own. Her attention to detail, reliability, and professionalism made her stand out. The direct hire position allowed her to stay in the salary range she needed and provided her with a benefits package that exceeded what her current employer had offered.
Employee Testimonial
“After spending ten years as a Controller at my previous company, I began to feel increasingly unappreciated and unsure of my future there. When I saw a Controller opening with a local private school, I reached out to Prime Personnel Resources—and it was the best career decision I’ve made.
From the moment I applied, the process was smooth, informative, and stress-free. The team at Prime truly listened to what I wanted in my next role and guided me every step of the way. I was quickly scheduled for an interview with the school and soon after received an offer for a direct-hire Controller position.
Prime ensured I had all the information I needed, supported me through providing notice to my former employer, and helped me negotiate an increase in pay along with a much better benefits package. The transition into my new role was seamless, and I felt valued, supported, and thoroughly trained from day one.
I’m so grateful for Prime Personnel Resources for helping me find a position where I feel respected, fulfilled, and excited about my future again.”
— Heather, Controller
Conclusion
Heather’s journey highlights how Prime Personnel Resources helps professionals who are seeking a transition from their current employer to obtain fulfilling full-time careers through the direct hire model.
Our focus on personalized support, clear communication, and strong client relationships ensures candidates feel confident—and thrive—in their new roles.
