What if we told you there’s a secret recipe to finding the perfect candidate for your team? It involves a bit of time, attention to detail, and listening to market input. We’ve got some expert insights from an intriguing discussion, which we believe could change your recruitment game ????️

Want to see the whole discussion (in Dutch)? Check it out.

The Perfect Profile is in the Details

One of the key highlights from the conversation is the importance of a detailed job description.

“The details of the job are very important, but also what kind of projects will they work on? Are they going to build something new from scratch or maintain an existing project? Will they be brainstorming about certain features?” – Says Esther, Recruiter Relations Manager at HirePort.

Think about this – what’s the point of attracting a pool of candidates who aren’t suited to the specifics of the role you’re looking for? So, don’t shy away from specifics. Potential candidates appreciate transparency.

What’s Unique about Your Organization?

While job roles are critical, the company culture plays an equal part in attracting the right fit. It’s important to highlight what makes your company a better choice compared to the rest.

“What are the advantages of working at your company and not at company B? Because the net comes from the market. The content must match. You must think cool, this is what I’m going to work for, this is what I’m going to work on or this is what I’m going to work for. Also, what kind of company? , you naturally choose for that too.”

Be Honest in Your Feedback

What separates good recruiters from great ones? Honesty! As per our experts:

“What can companies learn from recruiters? Especially being very honest. It is sometimes difficult. You are now in the bad news conversation category for years. Well, the rejections are not your fault. Then say yes, exactly.” says Esther.

Constructive feedback can help candidates improve their skills and align their expectations better. So, it’s essential to be transparent and constructive while giving feedback.

Building a Constructive Sourcing Pipeline

“Rejecting candidates… with the right reason and for the full reason is actually still building a constructive sourcing of new talent.”

Here’s an unexpected recruitment tip – even in rejection, there’s a constructive way to handle things. Be open about why the candidate wasn’t a match this time but keep the door open for potential future roles.

Prioritize Communication, Speed, and Process Management

“Speed, communication, process management, vacancy texts, collaboration, being a good listener, acquiring market knowledge… it’s quite a list.”

Indeed, it is! To sum up the insights from our experts, here are their top recommendations:

• Improve the speed of the hiring process.
• Communication is key! Keep candidates informed at all stages.
• Develop strong process management.
• Write informative and detailed vacancy texts.
• Collaborate and listen to feedback from all stakeholders.
• Constantly acquire market knowledge.

Sounds like a hefty list, but taking these steps would significantly improve your recruitment process.

In the world of recruitment, every interaction matters, every communication counts. Remember, you’re not just hiring a candidate; you’re also building your organization’s reputation. So, make each step count.

Intrigued by these insights? Stay tuned for more tips from the HirePort team.