Data driven recruitment methods enable you to compare candidates in a way that is impossible using traditional recruitment methods. Using psychometric testing, such as that provided by Big 5 Assessments, provides you with a wealth of data on prospective candidates, therefore enabling you to compare candidates to find the best quality hire for your company. […]
The differences between data driven recruitment and traditional recruitment are significant. Simply speaking, traditional recruitment involves relying on the data gained from a CV and an interview and using this to make a decision. Therefore, a lot of your information is qualitative and recruiters must rely on their ‘gut’ feelings and intuition to make hiring […]
Data driven recruitment helps to take the bias out of your recruitment process. It also allows you to have all the facts and statistics before you make your decision. This is essential if you are to make hiring decisions that will benefit your company. Data driven recruitment supports companies to move away from the focus […]
Data driven recruitment is not a new sentiment, in fact, it gained traction back in 2011.[1] However, many companies still do not realise how data driven recruitment can help their company. Shockingly, 28% of recruitment decisions are still made based upon a ‘gut’ feeling. It would come as no surprise then that 74% of hiring […]
Data-driven recruiting is when you use tangible facts and statistics to inform your hiring decisions. This incorporates everything from selecting candidates, to creating hiring plans. Recruiting teams that use data are more likely to be efficient, reduce costs and improve their hiring decisions. With 46% of new recruits failing in the first year of employment, […]
As the Worker Protection Act 2024 comes into effect, HR professionals face a pivotal opportunity to reassess and enhance their recruitment strategies. While compliance with new regulations is crucial, the focus shouldn’t solely be on ticking boxes. Instead, it’s time to pivot towards a more profound and transformative approach: hiring for attitude. The Conventional Recruitment […]
Worker Protection Act: Juggling Speed and Compliance
As HR professionals dive into the new Worker Protection Act 2024, one challenge stands out: balancing the urgent need to fill positions with the meticulous compliance requirements. Let’s break down why this can be a real nail-biter. Competing Priorities HR teams often race against the clock to fill roles and keep the business running. But […]
Ready or Not: Is Your Hiring Process Compliant with the Worker Protection Act 2024?
With the new Worker Protection Act 2024 on the horizon, HR professionals face several compliance challenges in recruitment. Here are the top 10 issues you need to tackle: To stay ahead, HR teams need to update software, revamp processes, and stay on top of legislative changes. Are you ready?
The 2024 Worker Protection Act: Your HR Game Plan for Success
The Worker Protection Act of 2024 introduces new requirements aimed at enhancing employee rights and workplace safety. For HR professionals, compliance with this legislation can present several challenges. Here are the top 10 problems you might face: To effectively manage these challenges, HR professionals may need to invest in additional resources, seek legal guidance, and […]
Protect Your People: Building Anti-Harassment Policies that Work
Sexual harassment at work is a serious issue that damages employee well-being and opens companies up to legal trouble. For HR professionals in the UK, having rock-solid policies to prevent and address harassment isn’t just a tick-box exercise – it’s crucial for protecting your staff and your organization. What Counts as Sexual Harassment? The Equality […]