Effective recruitment and selection

Course overview

The impact of poor recruitment practice can be felt in financial terms as well as in loss of productivity, waste of management time and sometimes even reputational damage. Recruiting the right person first time is essential to the success of any organisation.

By equipping managers with the skills and understanding of best practice in recruitment and selection, organisations can maximise their ability to identify, attract and retain the best talent available.

Who should attend?

This practical interactive course is suitable for any employees involved in the recruitment process in your organisation, whether or not they are managers.

Benefits of attending

Delegates will learn about each stage of the recruitment and selection process, understanding how to ensure it is planned and undertaken effectively to maximise the chances of a successful appointment. They will learn how to avoid potential discrimination and how to select and use effective selection tools.

Your organisation will benefit from a more consistent approach to recruitment aligned with operational and strategic needs. The training will also reduce the risk of discriminatory practice by raising awareness and identifying common pitfalls.

Course content

✓ Key stages of effective recruitment

✓ Planning and defining needs

✓ Writing job descriptions and person specifications

✓ Avoiding discrimination

✓ Shortlisting and selection tools

✓ Effective interviews