With over 30 years of experience recruiting, I thought I’d share some thoughts.
Recruitment, Headhunting, Executive Search. Whatever you want to call it, hiring talent is tough.
How do you keep ahead of your competitors to get the best candidate for your business?
Looking back through the years, here are some of the most common mistakeโs IMHO.
It is not a perfect list and doesnโt take into account counteroffers from an existing employer.
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Everything starts and ends with communication. From the client and the candidate. Period.
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Candidates with in-demand skills often have more than 1 opportunity. If your interview process drags or feedback takes days (or weeks), candidates do get put off and will move on.
Some of the most successful clients we work with
Set internal SLAs for reviewing CVs and giving feedback.
Book 1st stage interviews same/next day if possible, and then also mention next-stage interviews during the current one.
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Always try and help the candidate feel comfortable and give them a feel for your culture. It is a two way process remember.
Let your recruiter know if there will be technical assessments or pair programming exercises.
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Anything more than 3, and candidates can lose interest.
Over the years, I have come across up to 5 interviews in length. It’s way too long.
We always suggest a 1st initial call to identify if the fit/person has enough of what you want.
Then a 2nd interview to assess in-depth technical skills.
3rd interview should be to meet some colleagues/team members
Use a good recruiter to work with (like Jump IT Recruitment Solutions Limited) and trust your recruitment partner to pre-qualify effectively.
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There are instances of underoffering, but thankfully rare these days.
We at Jump IT Recruitment Solutions Limited are always clear from the outset and rely on candidates to be open with us.
Move quickly once you’ve made a decision.
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It may seem obvious, but getting a contract out swiftly helps. It also shows you are a company of action.
If there are delays, refer to point 1. Communication. If you give a deadline, stick to it.
At Jump IT Recruitment Solutions Limited, we know that a great interview process isn’t just about assessing talent. With over 30 years in IT, Tech, Marketing and Management hiring, weโve helped clients streamline interviews and secure the best candidate for their business.
Need help? then please get in touch with me.
