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Global Recruiting: Where to Start?
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Notes from Tom:
As organizations recruit remotely for the first time, how can they unlock the vast potential of a global talent pool and successfully navigate the corresponding challenge?
I spoke with Chantelle Cassin of Propeller Aero on how to build a global recruitment strategy and execute it effectively. Her advice to companies who are stepping outside a local recruitment strategy for the first time? Adopt a balanced approach.
“You can’t create a cookie-cutter process and expect it to work equally well across borders, but you should retain enough consistency that you aren’t compromising your company values. Decide where to stick to your guns, and where to adapt to local practices,” says Chantelle.
Here are her top tips for researching recruitment in a new market:
When in doubt, ask the candidates: We’ve all gotten so comfortable with Google that we can forget to just talk to people. Chantelle’s team has learned the most by simply asking candidates in interviews about their preferences.
Leverage agencies: Talent acquisition teams tend to have a love/hate relationship with agencies, but don’t write them off. Agencies are very familiar with the local area they serve and have lots of valuable insight.
Expand your network: Tech blogs and LinkedIn articles are great places to start, but don’t neglect the human element. While you’re on LinkedIn, find talent acquisition professionals who have worked in the country you’re researching, and ask if they’d be willing to answer a few questions. Odds are, you’ll be surprised by how many people say yes—and as a perk, you’ll grow your network in the process.
Trying to hire “unicorns” for your org? Out-bid the competition with open communication and continually come back to the drawing board with hiring managers. Be different, not better. Create an escalation process for difficult roles and be prepared to make adjustments.
Mentioned in this episode:
How to Build a Careers Website that Attracts the Right Candidates in 2021
2020 Global Trends Report by LinkedIn
See Also:
TTR, Episode 2 - You're Not a Billion-Dollar Tech Giant—So Don't Recruit Like Them
TTR, Episode 3 - How to Perfect the Employee Experience with a Remote Workforce
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