Recruiter & 5 Hats

People often make the mistake of thinking that the role of a recruiter is to just help people find jobs. Believe it or not, that’s not really the truth at all. 

If you believe we still recruit the same as we did past, then think again!

Once thought of as simply part of a Recruiter role which involved processing applications and little else, the modern-day Recruiter (I prefer the term ‘Talent Acquisition’!) is so much more.

People talk about the ‘War for Talent’ and it’s true!

Finding and attracting the best talent in the market is becoming more and more of a tug of war between companies, in a very candidate-driven market.

The modern-day recruiter is now a jack of all trades, able to adapt to many roles and wear different hats to ensure a top-notch recruitment process.

The Hunter: Because candidates won’t be handed to you on a silver platter

Most recruiters worth their salt will have an extended network of relevant professionals. But sometimes that just isn’t enough. One of the key attributes a recruiter must have is persistence; the hunter mentality in tracking down and engaging with the most passive and elusive of top-notch candidates who fit the requirements of the role. You will find it especially true if you are looking for specific talents in Tech!

The Salesman: Because you need to convince the best profiles

Once you have found your perfect candidate, then what? Understanding the best approach and the potential motivations to move is a good start.

What is lacking from their current role which they perceive to be important and how can your company be an improvement on that? That’s why one of my main objectives is to understand if my candidate has the potential to be a “SaleCyclist” and from there, help them come to the conclusion that SaleCycle is the only company for them!

The Marketer: Because “Content is King” (Bill Gates)

Selling your company opportunities is important, but it’s a one-to-one thing. Engaging the right audience starts way earlier, and that’s when a Recruiter needs to turn into a Marketer.

For us, it means that the Marketing and Recruitment teams really do work hand in hand. This applies to our social media strategy, as well as the internal and external events of the organization. Your company is a set of values, culture, working environment, clients… that all play a huge role in a candidate’s decision to join a company.

The Strategist: Because you need a plan

Who wins in a war? The side with the best strategy of course! Think before you act: a good recruitment strategy means the right metrics and some planning.

Say you need to fill in a Sales role and 2 designers, what are you going to do? In a nutshell, you have to know why, when, how, and where. Put your Strategist’s hat on to best answer business needs.

The Employee Engager: Because you build your network one recruit at a time

What is the best (and easiest) tool for attracting new talent?

Word of mouth!

There is no better Recruiter than a happy employee! Ensuring current employees are happy and challenged is key to not only their productivity but also the attraction of new talent!

If someone is happy at work, they are much more likely to recommend your company to their friends and ex-colleagues. Combine that with a strong referral scheme and you’re onto a winner! SaleCycle chose the option of a generous and tax-free one. With the emergence of review sites such as Glassdoor, transparency, and employee engagement has never been more important in the attraction of talent and this is something that all companies today should take very seriously. TS