Hiring Tech Talent
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Hiring Tech Talent is hard as it’s a narrow and competitive pool. It’s become even more competitive as businesses have moved online due to the pandemic meaning good candidates are even more sought after and accessible by other businesses.
Clara Ross-Benham the Head of People at Olsam, shares her unique tips to hire tech talent for your business:
Tip 1: Hiring International Talent
One of the best tips to hire tech talent is to move beyond borders and hire internationally. After all, remote work has made it possible for International hires to work for your company with relative ease. Software solutions like Deel and Oyster HR have made it possible for businesses to set up international payrolls and compliance. Of course, you can always sponsor international talent to come over if required.?
Tip 2: Pay More
As the demand for tech talent is high, you will have to pay more to hire and retain as it’s extremely competitive. If you’re adamant that you want domestic talent in the office five days a week, you will have to pay a significant amount of money and offer great benefits.
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Tip 3: Use The Right Platforms
According to Clara, tech talent doesn’t tend to respond well to messages on LinkedIn or to recruiters. Therefore, you need to head to platforms like Hired where engineers market themselves. You should also check out platforms/communities like GitHub or Open Source Code and engage with them there.
Tip 4: Build Your Own Talent Pool
Although it’s a long term solution, you will always benefit from building your own talent pool. After all, the right talent may not be available when you need them but they will be in the future. If your organisation has resources, consider starting initiatives.
For example, can you fund women getting into tech? Can you go and support grassroots schools by really motivating people to get into the tech space? This will help build that talent pool.?
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