HR Training
Business Development Course in Recruitment
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.
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.
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.
Flexible programmes designed around your organisation
Our expert practitioners work closely with you to design programmes that reflect your organisation’s challenges, culture and priorities. Whether you are developing new managers, strengthening leadership capability or addressing specific people risks, we create learning that delivers practical results.
Every programme we deliver is built on the same core principles:
Current and relevant
Our content is continually updated to reflect the latest employment law developments, leadership thinking and workplace best practice. Your people learn what matters now - not outdated theory.
Engaging and interactive
We use proven learning techniques, real-world scenarios and practical application to ensure learning sticks. Sessions are participative, thought-provoking and designed to drive lasting behavioural change.
Outcome focused
Every programme is aligned to your business priorities and built to deliver clear, measurable results. From improved manager confidence to reduced risk and stronger performance, we focus on real impact.
WorkNest helps develop new managers, address complex people challenges and build a stronger leadership pipeline.
What our clients say
Whatever your size or sector, we design solutions that fit your needs. From growing SMEs to national organisations, we help teams build capability, strengthen leadership, and stay compliant.
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