With the drastic changes in recruitment processes, we take a look at recruitment best practices and how recruitment SaaS solutions can help you streamline your hiring process.
Recruitment processes have undergone too many changes over the last few years. A job which took a week to fill previously is now taking a much longer time, and this could potentially be attributed to a couple of reasons such as the need for approvals from more than one hiring manager, organisational or structural changes, unrealistic job scope and expectations, etc.
You might ask: so how can a HR professional/recruiter work more effectively? Well, one can enjoy higher returns in the long run by investing in the right tools and services! Let us show you five ways in which you can create an efficient recruitment process.
1. Invest in an Applicant Tracking System
If your organisation hasn’t already, it’s high time to begin the journey to a smoother recruitment process by investing in an Applicant Tracking System (ATS). An ATS is a software application which enables the digital handling of recruitment needs. It is able to handle a variety of processes, depending on the software used. For example, an ATS is able to check on candidate’s previous submissions, and it allows the recruiter or hiring manager to glean information such as comments on why the candidate was not shortlisted previously. It is also capable of tracking jobs posted on various platforms through unique URLs and enables the recruiter to measure the effectiveness of the different job platforms.
Furthermore, the ATS is able to sort through hundreds of resumes, identify any duplicate applications, and decide on the most suitable position for the candidate. Time is saved as the ATS allows real-time access to application statuses.
2. Look into Big Data
Big data helps HR fine-tune recruitment processes by taking info from a macro level and funneling it down into useful pieces of information. It is possible to analyse employee data with workforce analytics to understand the skills and qualities you should look out for in the next talent. It’s also able to determine critical issues such as recruitment cost per hire, employee turnover rate and factors leading to hire failures. With all these information, which otherwise cannot be extracted manually, HR professionals will be able to hire more efficiently.
3. Optimise Mobile Social Media
Mobile recruiting is simply using a mobile device to find candidates for a job. However, you’d have to invest in optimising your recruitment page so that candidates can browse for jobs on-the-go. Mobile recruiting is advantageous for a few reasons, the first being convenience. With smartphones, potential candidates are able to be notified of job openings almost instantly, which mean they’ll always be aware of potential positions. The world is going mobile, and without this investment, you could be losing out on candidates who may prefer to peruse job openings while on the move.
4. Engage External Recruiters
It’s always good to seek external help when it comes to recruitment, especially if time is not on your side. Since recruiters are able to scour both the active and passive talent market, they can help raise the overall quality level of every new hire. When you tap onto a recruiter’s expertise in seeking talent, you’re also counting on their vast networks of passive candidates – this allows them to nail down quality potential hires quickly. Plus, if you’re working with a good recruiter, chances are, candidates would be counting on them to bring the best jobs!
5. Spruce up your Recruiting Engines
Make your websites work for you with the help of a ready-to-use, always-on recruiting engine. Many candidates lose interest halfway into the job application process due to a variety of reasons, including the lack of a suitable open position or a website which does not provide vital information about an organisation. With a recruiting engine that works round the clock, you’d be able to capture talents which fall through the cracks.
With a multitude of tools and services at your fingertips, make the right choice for your organisation by investing wisely for your recruiting needs. Different companies have different requirements – it’s not about the quantity but the quality, so do your homework before making a commitment!
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