The Challenge to Hire the Right Candidate

Hiring the right candidate Did you know that 56% of employers planned to increase their permanent workforce in 2013? Standing out as a desirable company for candidates can be a challenge, with 15% of roles receiving no applicants in 2012. The challenge to recruit 182% of organisations said they were experiencing recruitment difficulties in 2012. Reasons why? 59% Shortage of technical skills 39% Lack of industry of sector expertise 38% Inability to offer enough money What attracts job seekers? Employer beliefs don't match candidate priorities Candidates Employers Attracted to Beliefs about employers by candidate priorities A chance to perform meaningful work Employer brand / reputation Competitive salary / remuneration O Strong business culture / values Career paths / opportunities O Career paths / opportunities Randstad Business Support Sales & Account Management Retail Call & Contact Centres 4. Legal HR & Recruitment days to fill job postings Office Support Number of languages recruited for Medical Support 15 Manufacturing & Logistics Data processing Marketing Accounting and Financial Sales A local and global company L Over 29,000 staff worldwide. Working in 39 countries. Out of 4,496 offices. 576,000 job seekers placed globally each year. Source: Randstad workpocket 2013/14, the essential guide to HR or randstad