Strategic Recruitment, Interviewing and Selection

Strategic Recruitment, Interviewing and Selection

Course Description

Introduction

Welcome to the "Strategic Recruitment, Interviewing and Selection" training course, developed by Cambridge for Global Training. In today's competitive job market, effective recruitment and selection are crucial for organisations to attract and retain top talent. This course is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills and strategies to conduct strategic recruitment campaigns, conduct effective interviews, and make informed selection decisions. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical exercises, participants will learn how to identify talent, assess candidate suitability, and build a high-performing team.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Develop effective strategies for sourcing and attracting top talent.
• Conduct structured interviews to assess candidate skills and fit.
• Utilise various selection methods to evaluate candidate suitability.
• Implement diversity and inclusion practices in the recruitment process.
• Analyse recruitment metrics to improve processes and outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations.
• Foster a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

Who Should Attend

• HR professionals involved in recruitment and selection processes.
• Hiring managers and team leaders responsible for making hiring decisions.
• Recruitment specialists seeking to enhance their skills in strategic hiring.
• Anyone involved in the recruitment process within their organisation.

Course Outline

Unit 1: Strategic Recruitment Planning

• Understanding recruitment as a strategic process
• Defining job requirements and candidate profiles
• Developing effective job advertisements and sourcing strategies
• Leveraging social media and online platforms for recruitment
• Building employer brand to attract top talent

Unit 2: Conducting Effective Interviews

• Preparing for interviews: structure and planning
• Asking behavioural and competency-based interview questions
• Assessing candidate responses and skills
• Overcoming biases in the interview process
• Providing feedback to candidates and stakeholders

Unit 3: Selection Methods and Techniques

• Overview of selection methods: assessments, tests, and simulations
• Using psychometric assessments to evaluate candidate suitability
• Role-play exercises and case studies in selection decision-making
• Validating candidate skills and qualifications
• Making informed hiring decisions based on assessment results

Unit 4: Diversity and Inclusion in Recruitment

• Understanding the importance of diversity and inclusion in recruitment
• Implementing inclusive hiring practices to attract diverse candidates
• Mitigating bias in the recruitment process
• Creating inclusive job descriptions and selection criteria
• Evaluating diversity metrics and progress

Unit 5: Compliance and Candidate Experience

• Understanding legal and ethical considerations in recruitment
• Ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations
• Providing a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
• Communicating effectively with candidates and managing expectations
• Handling sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality