HR Training

Effective Recruitment & Onboarding

The impact of poor recruitment practices can be felt in financial terms, as well as in loss of productivity, wasted 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, our Effective Recruitment & Onboarding training course will help organisations maximise their ability to identify, attract and retain the best talent available.

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Who should attend?

This practical and interactive course is suitable for any staff involved in the recruitment process within their organisation, whether they are managers or not.

Who will deliver the training?

Our management training is delivered by highly experienced and qualified HR practitioners with genuine ‘hands-on’ practical experience of supporting employers all over the UK with their HR requirements.

What are the benefits?

Delegates will learn about each stage of the recruitment 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 risks of discrimination and how to select and use effective selection tools.
By enrolling managers in this course, organisations 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
Avoiding discrimination
Planning and defining needs
Writing job descriptions and person specifications
Shortlisting and selection tools
Effective interviews
Planning onboarding

Course duration and timings

This one-day course is available for up to 12 delegates and can be delivered in person or virtually, depending on your needs.

We recommend face-to-face delivery for better interactivity, but the course can also be split into two half-day virtual sessions with content adjusted accordingly.

Timing and location can be arranged to suit your preferences.

For further details, including bespoke pricing, please get in touch using the form below.

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