From Order-Takers to Strategic Partners: The Transformation of Talent Advisor Recruiters in 2023
As the world enters into 2023, the role of a Talent Advisor Recruiter has evolved and become more critical than ever before. The last two and a half years have been unprecedented, with companies grappling with unprecedented changes in the global economy and workforce. With big tech companies laying off thousands of employees, it may seem like hiring managers do not require any insights, coaching, or leadership from recruiters. However, this perception is far from reality.
Hiring managers need us now more than ever to be strategic Talent Advisors. However, the nature of the role has changed, and recruiters need to understand the new demands and expectations. The head of TA roundtables conducted over the last few weeks has revealed some common themes that recruiters need to be aware of to stay relevant in 2023.
One of the challenges that hiring managers face is the risk of slipping back into their narrow, pedigree-filled "ideal candidate" profiles. As they will only be hiring two or three people this year compared to 10-20 last year, recruiters must widen their aperture and hire from more untapped sources. Thus, recruiters must push back on hiring managers who maintain their "hit the ground running" orientation and guide them away from becoming overly focused on supposed ideal candidates.
Recruiters must also stay strong in the face of pressure to move into some kind of order-taker mode. They need to push back when hiring managers are about to make a shortsighted or uninformed decision and bring reality-check market insights into the conversation. It is essential to develop the skills required to become a Talent Advisor, with links to free videos, podcasts, and articles to help engage hiring managers effectively.
In 2023, recruiters must also think holistically. Diversity, compensation, onboarding, L&D, retention - recruiters must have a point of view and a voice in those discussions as decisions on those issues have a huge impact on the ability to help business leaders build great teams. It is vital to prioritise and communicate the company's values, including a commitment to diversity and quality.
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Moreover, recruiters must understand that hiring in 2023 will not be easy. Unemployment is still low, top talent still has the edge (with a lot of choice), and what worked to recruit these folks early last year may not be the reality in 2023. The arrogant "everyone should be lining up to work here" thinking needs to go, and hiring managers must understand market realities and the motivators and decision criteria of the target talent.
In conclusion, recruiters must understand that their role in 2023 has become more critical than ever before. The demands and expectations have changed, and recruiters must adapt to stay relevant. They must become strategic Talent Advisors and develop the skills required to engage with hiring managers effectively. With a holistic approach, recruiters can help build great teams that align with the company's values and priorities.