#11 Effective Interview Processes for 2024 ?? | Inclusive Festive Celebrations ?? | CIPD Labour Market Outlook ??

Are you guilty of interview overkill or radio silence? New survey shows lengthy hiring processes are a blocker in securing top talent

While candidates can undergo up to four interview rounds in today’s job market, a recent survey* polling 1,035 UK workers found that a huge 52% are hesitant to attend more than two interviews for a job offer, with only 27% willing to participate in up to three interviews, and merely 12% in four or more.?

Meanwhile, while some roles may require fewer interview stages, slow communication and decision-making can result in top talent exiting the process, with the stats showing that on average, candidates lose interest if they wait more than nine days for a post-interview response, with workers aged 45 and over losing patience after eight days.?

As we move into 2024, a streamlined hiring process with few interview stages and effective communication is crucial for attracting top talent, minimising costs, and maintaining a positive employer brand. A concise process demonstrates respect for candidates, secures talent swiftly, and facilitates quicker decision-making, all while enhancing the overall candidate experience and market reputation.

We’re a trusted partner for hiring managers looking to find the right people to join their team, and can assist you in delivery an effective and streamlined hirijg process. To learn more, and connect with a recruitment specialist in your industry, click here.?

*Survey by Eden Scott?

Stats reveal 34% of people avoid work socials due to alcohol

If your office is anything like JARS HQ, you'll already be on the countdown to the festive party period! ?? While this can be a great way for a team to let their hair down and celebrate the success of another year gone by, it's important to consider that not every employee will be drinking alcohol at these events, and in fact, new stats revealed in a recent survey by Easy Offices, highlight that some people will avoid work events for this very reason.?

84% of UK socials currently involve alcohol, and while this rarely causes an issue if a company ensures socials are inclusive by avoiding focusing parties around alcohol consumption, offering alternatives to alcohol and planning activities that don't involve drinking, unfortunately, 43% of UK workers say they feel pressure to drink at work socials, and 34% will avoid work socials altogether because they know alcohol is going to be there.

Coupling this stat with the news that the Chartered Management Institute urged UK companies to cut down on alcohol served at work events earlier this year, after survey results revealed a link between alcohol consumption and harassment or inappropriate behaviour cases, there's certainly cause for organisations to consider how inclusive their planned events are prior to party season.

We'd love to get our network's thoughts on this topic! Has your organisaiton embraced inclusivity? Maybe you've avoided work socials yourself for the reasons highlighted above? Let us know in the comments! ??

CIPD releases Autumn 2023 Labour Market Outlook?

Following the release of the latest REC report last week, this week sees the CIPD launch the latest edition of their Labour Market Outlook Report. The quarterly report, which surveys 2000 employers, is a forward-looking indicator of the UK labour market, providing analysis on recruitment, redundancy and pay intentions and unique insights into the labour market.

Some of the headlines from the report include:

• Security concerns over use of generative AI, though it is largely seen as an opportunity to improve productivity
• Redundancy intentions falling for the first time in two years
• Expected pay in the public sector now matches the private sector?

Read the full report here.?Does this reflect what you’re seeing within your organisation? Let us know in the comments ??

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