Creating the necessary image and branding of the organisation, so that candidates are eager to work there.
Posting information about job vacancies. These should attract job seekers, be widespread and accessible to the target audience. If current employees are aware of potential candidates, direct recruitment is used.
Once the job vacancy information reaches potential candidates, they should have access to as much transparent information as possible about the employer. This information should be available on the company’s website, in the media, or on social networks. Candidates shouldn’t need to search for relevant details; it should be easily accessible and clear, encouraging them to complete the application and submit their resume.
Selection stage
Next comes the selection stage. HR specialists begin accepting applications, and the process should be quick and straightforward. The resumes are then sorted and initially assessed. After that, the selection process begins, which may involve various methods such as:
- Phone conversations or initial interviews
- Video interviews, for example, via Skype
- Group meetings
- One-on-one interviews
Once the most suitable candidates are identified, the final selection process includes negotiations with management, reviewing references, and preparing job offers and contracts.
Onboarding
If the candidate agrees to the position, they sign the contract and complete all the necessary formalities required by the organization. Once hired, the employee begins their work, and the recruiter moves on to the next phase—onboarding. The recruiter monitors how well the new employee integrates into the team, assesses their performance, and ensures it aligns with the employer’s expectations. The recruiter also provides feedback and addresses any questions the new employee may have.
At each stage of the recruitment process, certain candidates are filtered out. This is necessary in order to ultimately identify the best candidate through the search.
Recruitment and personnel outsourcing are best entrusted to recruitment agencies. They have large databases, the expertise to search for and assess candidates, and employ effective and up-to-date HR practices. Recruitment is not just about filling vacancies; the primary goal is to find individuals who can perform the position’s responsibilities and contribute to the overall success of the team. If a candidate does not succeed or fails to adapt, the agency will find a replacement. This is the key advantage of working with recruiters under a contract and a technical assignment.