Recruiting for a new member to join your team can be timely and costly. Forward planning saves you time and money, and also makes the process fool-proof, giving you the opportunity to choose the best candidate. Not only that, but effective recruitment planning can:
Think about the timeframes it will take to recruit (it’s worth considering notice periods candidates will have to work, time to hire, start dates, etc). The sooner you can start effectively planning your next hire, the better. Always advise the recruitment team of any risks – the sooner we know, the more effectively we can assist.
Consider the reason for the vacancy – this is an ideal time to reflect on why you’re recruiting and help you understand what you’re looking for/what you need from your next hire.
We’re proud to grow our own and develop our people throughout the business. Review your internal talent prior to considering external appointments (including apprenticeship sign-off).
Have you thought about speaking to Line Managers in your neighbouring area or department for transfer opportunities?
Have you encouraged people to make a referral for the role. You can use materials from our Refer-a-Friend programme to help encourage people to recommend someone who could be a perfect fit.
To get your vacancy signed off you need to follow the 4 steps below. For filling roles in Retail, please refer to the Kallidus information guide on Icenet.
1. Ensure the Recruitment Authorisation Form has been signed by the relevant people.
2. Write role profile with guidance from your HRBP and Line Manager.
3. Brief the recruitment team and agree time frames and next steps.
4. Agree timeframes & next steps
If you’re recruiting because somebody has moved on from the team, then please remember to complete an exit interview. We want to face the facts and understand why someone would choose to leave us.
