Welcome to our blog on recruitment tools, tailored specifically for SMEs in the UK! Here at Hargreaves Recruitment Training & Consultancy, we know just how challenging the hiring process can be. That’s why our “Hiring Made Easy” programme is here to lend a helping hand, saving you both time and money. Below, we’ve outlined some essential tools that complement our training modules, all designed to streamline your recruitment efforts.
Recruitment Foundations
Tool: Trello or Asana
Use project management tools like Trello or Asana to effortlessly organise your recruitment processes. From defining your company culture to finalising recruitment procedures, these platforms allow you to create boards or projects for each step, ensuring nothing slips through the cracks and keeping all stakeholders in the loop.
Job Descriptions
Tool: Hiring Made Easy and chat GPT
In our “Hiring Made Easy” online course we go through job descriptions in depth and teach you how to use chat GPT to create enhanced, inspiring Job Descriptions EVERY TIME.
Things have changed in recruitment and people want to KNOW about their workplace and what it offers BEFORE they sign the contract, so get creative and make sure you have a position worth applying for.
Advertising Strategies
Tool: Hiring Made Easy Advertising Strategies
In this section of “Hiring Made Easy” you will learn where your ideal candidate is hanging out, how to advertise your jobs on social media for FREE, Big hacks on how to use Indeed to your advantage and how to create a process that makes sure you hit the mark every time.
Employer Branding & Social Media
Tool: Canva
Enhance your employer branding and social media presence with Canva. This graphic design tool allows you to create visually stunning content effortlessly, helping you showcase your company culture and values in a professional and engaging manner.
How to Find Candidates That Aren’t Just Sat on Job Boards
Tool: Boolean & X-Ray searching
Hunt Down Hidden Gems! Not all treasure is buried on job boards. Sometimes, you have to dig a little deeper! Use nifty tools like Boolean and X-Ray searches to uncover hidden talent.
Think Outside the Box. Look beyond the usual suspects to find your perfect match.
How to Nurture Candidates
Tool: Mailchimp
Keep candidates engaged and informed throughout the recruitment process with Mailchimp. This email marketing service enables you to create nurturing campaigns, providing candidates with timely updates and valuable insights, all while maintaining a personal touch.
Interview Training & Interview Templates
Tool: Interview Mocha
Streamline your interview process with Interview Mocha. This platform offers pre-employment testing and assessments, providing data-driven insights to make better hiring decisions and ensuring a structured and effective interview experience for both parties.
How to Offer and Reject Candidates
Tool: DocuSign
Simplify the documentation process with DocuSign. This e-signature tool allows you to securely send, sign, and manage offer letters and rejection emails, ensuring candidates receive prompt and professional communication every step of the way.
Contracts & Right to Work Documents
Tool: HelloSign
Ensure compliance and save time by digitising document management with HelloSign. This e-signature tool simplifies the process of sending, signing, and managing contracts and right to work documents, allowing for seamless and efficient handling.
Onboard, Train & Retain
Tool: BambooHR
Set your new hires up for success and support ongoing employee engagement with BambooHR. This HR software provides comprehensive tools for onboarding, training, and employee retention, ensuring a smooth transition and fostering a positive work environment for all.
Ready to take your recruitment process to the next level? For more insights and guidance, dive into our “Hiring Made Easy” program at Hargreaves Recruitment. Hiring Made Easy Online Course gives you lifetime access, unlimited users per business and go at your own pace formatting! Head to our course page today to learn more – Hiring Made Easy – Hargreaves Recruitment
