Clearly temporary, temporary-hire jobs no longer exist because if they did, Elite Placement Group would be reaching out to those of us who have backgrounds in the industries/roles they "specialize" placements in. But no call, email response to initial email or the follow-up email from Elite Placement. (Going on 4 days now.) Do not waste your time, just apply to jobs directly, so you get the full pay. Staffing agencies are not like they once were, they are now a scam. read more

Nathan was absolutely useless and ghosted me. Don't bother sending in your resume to these people. They'll talk to you once, pretend to be impressed with your resume and then never speak to you again read more

Nope. They are not responsive at all. Don't waste your important time and energy with this company. Good luck finding a job!

I used Elite placement after months of not finding a good job that I'd be able to find stability and would be happy for long term work. They matched me with a few openings but recommended the company I now have been working for about five years. Everyone was so responsive and great at communicating with me and they even helped sharpen up my resume and gave me real intros to the companies I was interviewing with. I am now using them to find someone to take over the position that I was originally hired for as I have gotten a promotion and now have a need for an assistant. Through out this time they have been amazing and have worked with me well to find someone to fill the role. read more

I started the initial stages of my job search with a lot of enthusiasm and with a list of qualifications that I was determined to find in my next job. I must have submitted my resume into a dozen job agency ads/websites, various online portals (Monster, Ziprecruiter, LinkedInetc) and spoke with many representatives while visiting their offices. Over time, the search became repetitive and discouraging, as it stretched longer than anticipated and I was getting the same dead-end responses from recruiters. It was a breath of fresh air when Elite Placement reached out to me. Right away I noticed the differences in their service. John and his team are certainly the experts that were there to support, ready to communicate, and sincerely want to go above and beyond to find the right job for me. My main contact was John. He was very professional, stayed transparent and accessible to answer any/all questions via email and phone. This was comforting for me because I was not familiar with the "temp to hire" process and I had moments when it was easy to let negatives creep into my thoughts. Please note it is so important to not give up or settle for any offers that are on the table especially if it doesn't fullfill all your requirements. From my first conversation with John to the time I received my official offer letter, it took a total of 6 months. A lot of sacrificing and adjustments were made along the way, but John and his team stayed supportive and encouraging the entire time. Remember that they are on your side! I feel really lucky to have found Elite Placement Group. It is a wonderful feeling and a great sense of accomplishment when finally signing that offer letter. I now hold a position that aligns with my career and within the company of my top choice. I am beyond happy and this is the best gift I can receive right before the Holidays. I feel blessed that I can spend happy times with my family without having to worry about my future. Thank you John and Team! Wishing you guys lots of success and happiness in the future! read more

After reading reviews and of course having my own experiences with local recruitment agencies I chose to contact Elite Placement Group, it was a game changer! I phoned and spoke with a gentleman at Elite today regarding our hiring needs, he was upfront about how he could help and where he could not, he then offered referrals for the position/category he could not assist us with. Surely this is not the usual service any of us receive when calling a busy company requesting assistance with something they can't help with, right? It hasn't been the norm in my lifetime anyway, pleasantly surprised and awaiting the hook a.k.a the sales pitch, well the hook never happened, he was truly just being helpful, honestly, it threw me! What he didn't realize at that time was I handle a lot of talent acquisition and Elite is now my "Go To" when suggesting the proper services to stakeholders and executives. After I finish writing this review about my experience that had with Elite today, I will be sending their information to all of my divisions and requesting we use their services to eliminate wasted time and salaries of persons who could be focusing on other business needs. You won me over Elite, and they will win because we have 6 divisions that need staffing so it's a win-win kind of day! read more

I was recommended to Elite Placement by a good friend after losing my job. I went into their offices for an interview and to fill out some paperwork and all seemed great. Unfortunately, I haven't heard back from my contact there in over 4 months!!! I've sent multiple emails since then, and still no response. Completely unprofessional to ghost clients like this. read more

The search for a job can be extremely difficult, taxing and grueling at times. To make that process even harder, I gave myself the impossible task of switching careers into something more in line with my passions. After months of searching and applying with no results, I had all but given up that I'd be able to find a company in line with my career goals. That's when I came across Elite. John and his team are truly some of the most helpful people I've ever come across. He genuinely wants to find his recruits the job they're looking for, and he did exactly that for me. I will forever appreciate his hard work and dedication finding me opportunities in the field I wanted, and I'm now working at a company I love. I couldn't thank the Elite team enough. read more

10 years to late on my part! I happened to come across an old email from John H and I felt the need to leave a quick review. John and Nathan helped me start my career in corporate America. They helped open the door for the career I have now. I started as an admin temp 10 plus years ago and now I'm a Sr. IT project manager. You really can work your way up. Not sure I could of done it without John and Nathan's help. Thank you all. read more

While I spent much longer than most looking for a new career, it paid off because I am starting with an amazing company close to my home with a team I absolutely adore. I owe so much of this opportunity to Krystle and the Elite Placement Group. She knew exactly what I was trying to accomplish in my new search and led me straight to an amazing world-renowned entertainment leader on the Westside. I understand most don't have the luxury to take their time in the process (so this may not apply to many) but Krystle was so patient while we waited for the right opportunity. She even helped me work in temp roles until we found "the one." I have to confess, temping was such a great experience because you actually get to try on the job and see if you love it! Don't be afraid to try it! And call Krystle if you do! I highly recommend her! read more

In a world full of hopeless online job boards I found Elite. I had the pleasure of working with Krystle but also briefly with John, Nathan and Cyndi. Not only were they bright and pleasant but I really valued their feedback. From resume help and interview suggestions to "thank you" emails, I felt like I was getting quality one-on-one help. It was great having someone like Krystal and John advocate and believe in me. Thank you Elite Placement Group! read more

After reading the positive reviews on Yelp I sent my resume in a while ago. When I called to follow up, they said they'd get back to me. They never did so...*until* I posted about my experience with them on line, at which point I got a snotty voice mail from a guy there asking what I wanted. Uh, gee, I just wanted to chat about the weather, what do you think I wanted? But I was professional, returned the person's call...and, of course, got shifted to his VM. Left a polite message. Any guesses as to whether he called back? If they didn't have any positions that fit my qualifications, it would have taken them about ten seconds to tell me that, and save both of us time. As it is, my experience with them was so unprofessional that I would never recommend that my current employer (got a job without their help, thank God) use them for any reason. read more

I have gone to a lot of employment agencies in my day and this one is by far the best. At the beginning of 2016 I was making minimum wage, working two days a week, basically living in my friends closet. Now, thanks to Elite, I am ending 2016 with a full time job, earning more money than I have in years with full benefits, paid leave, and the works. If you are unemployed looking for help I can not possibly recommend these guys enough. read more

First of all full disclosure; I was never asked to write a Yelp review for this business nor was it ever even suggested. I just really want people to know that despite the frustration and uncertainty that comes with the job hunt, there are people out there that will help you and step up to the plate for you. Their names happen to be Nathan and most recently, Cyndi at Elite Placement Group. My job search was not easy and didn't happen overnight, but I finally landed a great job that I am really excited to wake up and go to everyday. I can not emphasize enough how much persistence along with being friendly and positive pays off. You can not give up no matter how bleak it seems or how many times you hear no. I have worked with other agencies and LA and I wouldn't waste time with any of them again. Just go to Elite and put your best foot forward. Trying to find a job is a full time job in itself. So don't give up, just work with the best. Thank you a million times to Nathan and Cyndi!! read more

The reviews here are bipolar, but I'll share mine anyways. I'm not quite sure how this place works. I emailed them my résumé multiple times and never heard a word back. I called and the lady said she would forward it directly to a recruiter. I heard nothing. Then I called again and stressed that I had previous administrative experience and I was free to come in and meet with someone to discuss things. She said that would not be necessary and that someone would call if they found something that met their needs. Well... okay. Can't you at least meet me before you reject me? This tells me that they don't really screen people before they assign them. For all they know, I could be the most socially awkward lazy turd in the world, and they wouldn't have a clue because they've never actually seen me or talked with me (receptionist aside). And apparently they ask all the people they are able to place to write them positive yelp reviews (hence all the stars). I was never able to go in and meet with a recruiter. Maybe I wasn't the right fit. Who knows? They just seemed very self-serving to me. And it didn't seem like anyone there wanted to be bothered so the customer service wasn't exactly great either. Send them your résumé... It's worth a shot. But make sure you sign up with other temp agencies and look actively on your own as well. I was eventually able to find a position on my own. Good luck! read more

Contacted this agency about staffing opportunities based on its high ratings. Called and was advised to simply send my resume and await contact from a placement agent, which would be about 3-4 days after receipt. After two weeks, I called to ask the status and was informed that my resume had been received and that John was managing my recruitment. The receptionist went on to say that if I hadn't heard from him, it meant that he had not matched my resume with any openings. After another week, I called again. This time I was told that they couldn't find my resume. What?! Are you serious?? Desperate for placement, I resubmitted my resume and immediately followed up with a call. This time I was told that Elite is a "administrative and clerical" placement agency, and that they would not be able to place me based on my skills and qualifications. Of course, I bear some responsibility for not asking about the agency's placement requirements during my initial call. But I also think that it would be reasonable to assume that someone would contact me right away to say they couldn't help after getting my resume. read more

I had to give a shout out to Nathan Van Dyke for helping land my first job as a Los Angeles resident! I moved to LA a few months ago and was surprised at how difficult it was to get work in the entertainment field. I understand everyone moves here for entertainment work but I had a decent resume with five years of entertainment experience in NYC so I thought it would be a little easier. After months of searching, I was at the point where I needed work immediately and my last resort was to try and reach out to temp agencies. I was skeptical about temp agencies as I had no familiarity with them and figured the likelihood of them helping me was minimal. I didn't have much success when I first reached out but was persistent and continued to follow up. It took a few weeks but I received a call from Nathan saying that he didn't have anything at the moment but he would forward my resume. Anyone in this business knows that "I'll forward your resume" is rarely something to get excited about, so I didn't and figured this agency was a dead end. Then, to my surprise, a couple weeks later I received a call from the HR department at a major entertainment network saying that Nathan had forwarded my resume to them. I had an interview and am now working there on a temp assignment! I'm incredibly grateful to Nathan for forwarding my resume and helping get my life started here in LA. As you can see, it was a roundabout way but if you're persistent and bring something to the table, it will pay off at Elite Placement. Good luck! read more

John and his team are fantastic! Incredibly professional, kind and understand the job market very well. I was first reached out to about a job opportunity that didn't really align with my overall interests and experience. Instead of scraping my resume John recommended another company. I was quickly placed there as a temp. It was with a company that aligned well with my interests, experience and exactly where I could develop myself. I thrived immediately and was hired a few weeks later. If you are new to Los Angeles and don't understand how to navigate the job market here, it's worth asking for help -- Elite Placement Group should definitely be your first call. read more

I have nothing but positives to say about Nathan and John's utmost professionalism when it comes to helping you find a great job. My experience working with them has been nothing but spectacular. I first submitted my resume to the generic email address on their website, and within hours I receive a call from Nathan himself, introducing his services and what the search group specializes in. You first meet the team in person, fill out the typical HR paper work, in their gorgeous BH office, be aware they don't provide validation, but I was smart because I was coming from work in DTLA and decided to Uber my way in. Nathan and John are positive and passionate, and they will do anything to help you find a job, if you are a good fit for them. They will always keep you posted, give you the necessary critiques on your resume on how you can become more successful and get more job interviews. Nathan sent me me to some really great companies, but unfortunately I found a job on my own, but if I ever needed their services I would definitely contact them first. read more

My experience with Elite Placement started many years ago, but I am inclined to write now for a couple reasons. One, I've been at my job where they placed me almost five years (three months of temp to hire, and then hired on permanently) and secondly - my boyfriend is now using Elite and is just as happy with them. Before I was hired at my current position, Nathan had me working all over the city trying to find the right fit, and keeping me employed when I needed it most. I will say that when I was job-hunting, it was a much different economy. Nothing had yet collapsed, and everyone was rich and happy. That made for some great opportunities for me, and I was able to choose what would fit me best. After making it through a terrible market crash, I am still at my job, and though it gets under my skin from time to time (what job doesn't) it still was and is the best place for me. Nathan did a wonderful job matching me up with what I wanted, and who I wanted to work for. While I was temping with them, I was always paid on time, and my questions were answered promptly and with a smile. When going on interviews, they helped with my resume and coaching me through that process. When it was time to talk salary at my job, they were there for support and guidance, which is always nice during a tricky time like that. I know now that the job market is a much different place, but I highly recommend using Elite to look for a job, or for candidates. Again, I've been at my job for almost five years, and I know my boss and I are the perfect match. If you need to find someone - Elite will help you get the perfect person in place. If you are looking for a job, remember the rules of temping, it's up to you to shine and be remembered. It's what will get you called back to jobs, and it's what will help place you somewhere. read more

John and Nathan have simply been great. They are so communicative and helpful whenever you need help finding an assignment or during one. I would not have been able to make the career strides I have today without their connections, professionalism and care. That being said, they will get you into almost anywhere and help you as much as possible but it is your responsibility to show up and excel at your assignment. If you do this, your chances of being asked to come back increase exponentially. 10/10 would recommend Elite. read more

I had a really great experience with Elite. My direct contact is no longer with them, but I also indirectly worked with Jessica, who is fantastic. From my first meeting with them, I went on several interviews and landed a job with a great company about 3 weeks into the process. The thing I like most about Elite is that they are small enough that each of the recruiters are familiar with your resume and what you are looking for so that you basically have a team of people to work with instead of just one person - it definitely broadens the scope of opportunities. Although they are small, they definitely are as professional and successful as any of the larger firms and have built a good base of large, repeat clients to which they always send candidates for open positions. I personally always think it helps when the agencies have relationships with the companies they send clients to. Companies are more likely to select candidates to meet with from an agency they trust over agencies they don't work with on a regular basis. Now that I am job searching in other cities, I just wish Elite had other branches! read more

This was probably the most unprofessional staffing agencies I have ever dealt with. The ironic part is that I chose to go with Elite Placement Group based off the positive Yelp reviews yet here I am making a negative one about them. I submitted my resume online and on the same day, I received an email from a partner of the company named John. He asked me what days and times would I be available for a phone interview. I emailed him back that same day with days and times. A whole week goes by and he finally responds back to me saying that he has been out of the office and asked was I still looking for work. I was understanding , despite his delayed reply. I emailed him back stating that I was still looking. THREE DAYS LATER, he emails me back asking what's my availability for a phone interview. ONCE AGAIN, I emailed him my updated availability. The following day, I get an email from a woman named Krystle. She informs me that she will be reaching out on behalf of John. She confirmed me with a date and time for a phone interview and sent me an email confirmation. My call was scheduled for 2/28 at 2pm. When it was time for my interview, I NEVER got a call at my scheduled time. They never reached out to me and apologized for standing me up or even giving me a heads up about re-scheduling. Both John and Krystle are unprofessional and I will never want to look for employment through Elite Placement Group ever again. How do you pride yourself on being a "successful" agency but this is how you do potential candidates. What a waste of my time and energy. I'll be taking my business elsewhere. The agency's lack of communication sucks and y'all need to do better. Be a little more professional and don't waste future candidates's time... read more

Cyndi at Elite is AMAZING!!!! First and foremost, I was contacted by CareerGroup and Elite Placement, regarding a resume I posted on Monster. The superiority of Elite Placement compared to CareerGroup absolutely blew me out of the water. From the moment I walked in to their office I was treated AS A PERSON, not as someone to bank off of. The receptionist was extremely friendly. I waited a few minutes and Cyndi came out and introduced herself. I feel like we hit it off immediately. She asked important questions though, so be prepared! For instance I had a gap in my employment I needed to explain. She was meticulous in her questioning, and I did have to complete a Microsoft Word test. It was clear Cyndi was professional and looking for truly compatible matches. It was also clear she views her candidates as a reflection of herself and her business. She is looking for the best of the best. After we chatted for about a half hour, Cyndi brought in two of her associates for me to meet. They were so nice and both had jobs they thought might be good for me. Cyndi sent me on an interview the same day we met. The company was awesome. I was so grateful. She sent me on a couple more interviews with companies that I found extremely impressive. Seriously. Be flattered if they contact you :) read more

I have worked with many employment agencies and Elite Placement Group is my favorite in Greater Los Angeles. I have been with them on and off for close to 11 years. I recently returned to temping through this agency because they have the best jobs at fantastic companies. Nathan has been a wonderful resource for me as an administrative professional. He has always placed me in offices were i can actually fit in. My most recent assignment from them led to a permanent position and i couldn't be happier about it. In my new position, i encourage my bosses to acquire talent from this agency. They are the best. read more

Like another fellow reviewer, I also came to know Elite Placement through craigslist. In my first interview with Nathan Van Dyke. I felt that he truly listened to my career aspirations to make sure that the job I came to interview for was indeed a good fit. He not only looked to fill the need of his client (the company), but also me, the interviewee. While considering a couple different positions, I interviewed for the initial position and was able to secure the job in less than a week. Nathan even took the additional steps to gather the details about pay and benefits for me, ensuring that this was the best job change. He was very professional, great with the follow-up, and easy to talk to. I have and will continue to recommend Elite Placement Group to my friends and former co-workers. read more

Cyndi and Nathan at Elite Placement Group have been outstanding in the past several years that I have worked with them. I began working with Elite Placement Group about 6 years ago and Cyndi found me a fabulous position at a top company. They have been my "go to" a couple of times since over the years, when I've needed it, and will continue to be my "go to" in the years to come! Fantastic people running a really great company! read more

I can't think of anything but amazing things to say about Elite. I have had so much fun working for them on and off during my breaks from school. From my first interview, Nathan has been amazing at keeping me busy and working, always at beautiful, professional companies. I have been able to meet so many amazing people temping for Elite, and have had the opportunity to gain experience in many different types of offices. They have never once sent me to a company where I felt uncomfortable or unsafe. I constantly have people asking me what temp agency I work through because they can tell that I really enjoy working for them. (Of course I only share the info. with people I like :) Imagine this is a clever ending sentence to a rave review. read more

I have been meaning to do a review of Elite Placement for a long time--- I have worked with Nathan since moving to LA back in 2012. He got me my first job a long term temp gig (initially for 3 weeks...extended to 7 months!), and then my direct hire second job (3 years!). Every time I sent Nathan an email, he responded quickly and efficiently. He kept me in the loop and and always sent me to interviews well prepped. He is professional and candid. He didn't hustle any less hard for me when I was honest and told him that the opportunity that was presented to me wasn't quite what I was looking for. Instead, he found me other opportunities. This is how you run a placement service. I've tried a few others in LA and always go back to Elite. read more

In an economy like the one we are all facing now, Cyndi and Nathan at Elite Placement Group were both professional and easy to work with. They were very involved in my job search process, and they really looked for things that suited my expertise and personality. I can't express how appreciative I am for all of their help, so I decided to write a review on how awesome my experience was at Elite Placement Group. read more

I cant express how grateful I am to Elite. Working with Nathan was a pleasure, from the moment I walked in to the week of fantastic interviews. Trust me, I have been to (what seems to be) a million placement groups and nothing compares to Elite. Cyndi and Nathan are a dream team. They prepared me every step of the way and I landed a great job. I will forever be grateful to Elite. I highly recommend Elite. Nathan is wonderful and I cant thank him enough for all his help, his encouragement, his dedication and above all his work ethic. Cyndi is right next to him. She was wonderful as well. Again, I would recommend Elite to all my friends, since I know they will find the job that complaints you. read more

I've worked with several job agencies in my job search and I must say the Elite Placement Group is the best! Working with everyone there was a pleasure. When working with John and Nathan I shared what kind of job and position I wanted to get. They made sure I was completely involved, interested, and fine with every job that my application got submitted to. I found the perfect job and it's all thanks to them! read more

I really can't say enough good things about Elite Placement Group! When I moved to LA last July (during a time of high unemployment) I signed up with over 17 temp agencies. Every single one (except for Elite) acted like they could care less about me. They treated me like I was just another number to them, and not a person. They asked me to call in every week I was looking for work, and would say, "Great, we put you down on the list as available," and then I would never hear anything from them. When I would rarely get interviews they wouldn't return my calls telling me whether or not I had been placed in employment. Everything changed when I started with Elite! Cyndi and Nathan act like they actually care about me, and have gotten me several great, and well-paying jobs! When I was getting married, and they were able to negotiate the time off from work. They correct paycheck errors in a courteous manner. They recently found that I hadn't been paid overtime from two weeks ago, and they contacted ME about it. No other agency will look out for your best interests more than Elite does! Other temp agencies will refuse to look for better jobs for you while you are on assignment with them. They don't want to pull you away from their own clients. However, Elite has come to me with several permanent job offers WHILE I was temping with them! I think they are the only temp agency in town that actually looks for better jobs for you while you are still employed with them. If it weren't for Nathan and Cyndi I probably would have had to move back home within a year. This agency is great, and I can't thank them enough for what they've done for me! Thanks Elite! read more

When I walked in the office I was impressed with how friendly everyone is (including the receptionist). I have been to a million staffing agencies and Elite stands out. I didn't end up getting a permanent position through them (yet) but I still would not change my rating. I believe they work hard to find positions, and have great relationships with their clients as well. read more

I had the pleasure of working with Nathan from Elite Placement Group throughout my job-searching process. Nathan was very invested and involved in the entire experience to make sure that he understood everything I was looking for in a job, from the role's responsibilities, to the office environment, to the industry & growth opportunities. He even submitted my resume to a connection of his who wasn't connected to the agency, but was in an industry I was very interested it. Nathan went above and beyond to make sure I had ample opportunities for temp work as well as full-time job listings. I would highly recommend signing up with Elite Placement Group to help jumpstart your job-searching process today! read more

John Howard has been a true gem! Working with him as my recruiter has been a pleasure and I have been able to advance my career through many new, and different work place experiences thanks to Elite. I have been a temporary employee of Elite Placement LLC since 2017 and have had a tremendous experience. From the assignments I have worked on, including in Elite's office, to the professional friendships that have formed between me and each employee, every experience has been wonderful. I thank them all for their continued support as I move forward with confidence in my career, skill set, and workplace journey. read more

I'm conflicted seeing both 5 star and 1 star reviews on here. I had sent an email to Elite and got a response shortly after to come in for an in-person interview. I felt like the interview itself went really well and that my recruiter was confident that she could place me in a job. She said, "we have a ton of things right now that I think you'd be perfect for". She also said she'd email me a few jobs that same day to see what I think of them. I left the office feeling excited and kept checking my email, but never heard from her. I wrote them to check up, but again, no response. If Elite felt that I wasn't qualified, they could have at least told me rather than go ghost. read more

After working at my current job for about 7 months now I feel compelled to brag about how awesome Elite is! I was called in for a same day interview and I showed up as soon as I could. Nathan was such a sweetheart and I've never felt so comfortable at an interview like I did with him. He offered me a position with a great schedule and pay. The next day I went to the company for a 2nd interview and I've been working since.... the only downfall: they do not provide direct deposit. Your check gets mailed out Friday and you don't receive it on pay day unless you drive to Beverly Hills which is inconvenient if you don't work near the area. you also have no benefits. make sure your resume stands out as this is a agency that places people in jobs so I'm sure they get flooded with resumes. anyhow, Thanks Elite!!! xo read more

After my move to LA last November, it was time for me to start the dreaded process of looking for a job. I had worked with a few agencies and even was hired as a temp at one of the agencies. But after 3 months, knew it was not the environment I could succeed in. After many empty promises from the company I worked with and their lack of enthusiasm for helping me find a new job, I found Elite Placement Group. Walking into Elite I had reasonable doubt in any sort of placement agency, especially after my previous experience. Elite blew that out of the water, the office was smaller and felt more personal (not like a factory of the unemployed being rushed in and out). I worked with Nathan and he was great. I felt for the first time I had someone that cared as much as I did about getting a job. He immediately had interviews set up for me in a variety of industries and while I was interviewing for a full-time permanent position, Nathan had temp positions lined up! Nathan helped me land the position I am in now, in a fraction of the time it took other agencies to get me into an interview. I could not be happier with my position! I greatly appreciate all his hard work and the dedication his colleagues put in for my benefit. Thank you Elite! read more

Based on their high ratings I decided to contact and give them a try. Their web platform isn't very straight forward and you don't seem to reach a direct person. I had to call in for a follow up in which they finally e-mailed me back a few weeks later. I've sent in my resume multiple times. E-mailed John multiple times with limited responses, and even called for an initial informational meeting. Their response is horrible. Communication is key, and if they did not find my resume qualified I would have appreciated at least a response in telling me so. Wish I didn't bother wasting so much time trying to contact them. read more