A one day, fast track introduction to the entire recruitment and selection cycle. The course is designed as a highly practical workshop, to give new recruiters a real insight into the processes, issues and hurdles involved in running a successful recruitment and selection campaign.

Course Objectives

Exposure to the entire cycle, giving greater control and foresight.
A good framework for understanding timings, costing and issues hurdles.
Understand common errors and develop a set of potential solutions.
Develop the ability to plan, brief and execute a basic recruitment campaign.
Practice taking and giving a brief.
Become better qualified to write a recruitment advert.
Have a better understanding of your employment brand.

Course Designed For

Human resource specialists, managers and team leaders new to the recruitment process.

Maximum Number of Delegates

Eight

In-House Delivery Option Available

Yes - Please note this course is delivered on an in-house basis only for a minimum of 5 delegates

Understanding the Complete Recruitment Cycle

Overview – the entire process
Timing and resources involved – who are the interested parties
Motivations of the interested parties to a campaign

Using Competencies

What are competencies
Simplifying the jargon
Using competencies for recruitment and selection
An easy and robust system

The Job Brief and Person Specification

The job brief – how is it derived?
The person specification – how does this translate to market availability?
The job grading and benefits – is the role pitched at the appropriate level?

Giving and Taking a Job Brief

Briefing all relevant internal resources effectively
Translating your brief to the marketplace – does it fit?
Understanding who will communicate the message, how and when

Creating the Pool of Candidates

Different methods of attracting candidates
Direct advertising vs. recruitment agencies
Costs and timings involved

The Candidate Filter

How to judge what you are looking for
How to ensure that everyone agrees
Consistency and relevance in selection criteria
A simple scoring system

The Interview

Lining up your resources
Types of interview process
Interview techniques
A simple scoring system

The Offer

Exploring the motivations of interviewees
Why do they reject offers?
How to manage the process for greater success

Please note this course is delivered on an in-house basis only for a minimum of 5 delegates

This course covered the practical skills I needed to make recruitment interviews productive and focused.

HR Officer - City Stockbroker

I now have a better understanding of the stages of the recruitment process and how to conduct an effective interview so I can attract the best candidates and choose the best person for the job.

HR Assistant - Manufacturer

Recruiting the right people is essential to the successful development of our teams and the organisation. However, the process is costly both in terms of time and resources and it is therefore critical that the right candidate is appointed first time. This course has equipped me to achieve this.

HR Manager - International Telephony Supplier