More than the time spent, it is above all a question of justifying the length of this period. An agency that responds quickly may seem more efficient, provided that the profiles proposed are relevant. Conversely, some recruiters prefer to work with an HR partner who takes longer to respond, but who is capable of proposing extremely specific profiles. It all depends on the recruiter’s needs and expectations. The quickest responses are not necessarily the best. A recruitment agency often has to deal with tight deadlines and specific profile requirements. The usual time devoted to the recruitment process is the right balance between these two factors.