Module 4 Flashcards

1
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Stages of the recruitment process

A

Human resource planning

Defining the need

Attracting candidates

Pre selection

Assessing candidates

Selection decision

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2
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What are the 3 essential elements of stage 2, defining the need

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Job analysis

Job description

Person specification

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3
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What is the AIDA motivation sequence and what is it used for?

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Useful when drafting a job advertisement

Attention
Interest
Desire
Action

*at the Desire stage, use CLAMPS to help with candidate motivation eg

Salary
Location 
Company car 
Lifestyle
Bonus scheme
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4
Q

Qualities to consider when deciding upon a candidates suitability for a particular role

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Skill levels
Sector experience 
Qualifications 
Essential and desirable criteria 
Transferable skills
Achievements
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5
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What to consider when dealing with an offer

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Issue contractual offer letter and terms of employment 
Agree start date
Negotiate salary and benefits 
Check eligibility to work
References
Inform payroll and HR
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6
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The role of the REC

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Largest trade and professional body representing the uk recruitment industry

Over 6,000 corporate members

Vision and goal is to lead a successful and respected recruitment industry that is recognised for its positive contribution to UK plc

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7
Q

What are current/recent issues of public concern

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Immigration
NHS/hospitals/healthcare 
EU
Economy
Housing 
Education/schools
Poverty
Unemployment 
Defence/foreign affairs/terrorism 
Low pay/fair wages
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8
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What do recruitment consultants need to do proactively respond to issues of public concern

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Keep well informed and up to date about issues of public concern

Gain relevant advice on surrounding public concerns

Ensure they operate within clear policy guidelines and relevant codes of practice

Advise customers on matters of compliance

Ensure staff training includes an awareness of public concerns

Ensure equality and diversity throughout the recruitment process

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9
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What analysis tool can be used to examine the external concerns and events and the effects they might have on company performance?

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PESTLE analysis

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10
Q

Ways of measuring performance to ensure individual and business are operating cost effectively

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Daily figures sheets

Personal development plans

Service level agreements

Client satisfaction surveys

Appraisals

1 to 1 meetings

Weekly meeting

Monthly meetings

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11
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What are the 2 levels of goals set within an organisation

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Corporate level - concerned with the whole organisation as a whole

Functional level - individual goals

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12
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What acronym can be used as a tool for setting effective goals?

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SMART

Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Relevant 
Time bound
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13
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What is a KPI?

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A key performance indicator is used to show progress towards a goal and to define the specific activity to reach the target

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14
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What 3 features does a Metric that is also a KPI have?

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Outcome related - tied to a specific objective

Target based - one or more time sensitive values included

Rated or graded - so an observer can grade/rate the gap between the actual and the target

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15
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Typical individual KPIs

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Sales revenue generated per week

New client introductions per month

Placements or assignments filled per month

Vacancies or assignments gained per month

Meetings and visits completed per week

Candidates interviewed per day

Service calls made per day

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16
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What are the 2 elements of success

A

Clearly defined goals

Attitude

17
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5 important characteristics about attitude

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Attitude…

Towards customers influences behaviour

Determines the level of job satisfaction

Affects everyone an individual has contact with

Is not just verbal, it is expressed through tone, stance and expression

Is variable and adaptable depending on circumstances

18
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7 qualities which describe positive common attitude characteristics

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Seeing it through

Doing the deal

Keeping on track

Nothing but the best

Empathy

Instinct for business

Staying ahead

19
Q

What is business acumen?

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Understanding how the business makes money!

Understanding the business model in depth

Generating insight through evidence and data

Connecting with curiosity, purpose and impact

Leading with integrity, consideration and challenge

20
Q

Why is business acumen important?

A

For a recruiter to be successful, business awareness and acumen is critical.

Need to understand the profitability and growth plans of not only their own organisation but also their clients.

Will result in stronger working relationships and more positive business results.

21
Q

Other descriptions of people with business acumen

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Business savvy

Commercially aware

Having a good eye for business

22
Q

What are the core business elements that impact the successful running of an organisation?

A

Organisational culture, values and goals

Sales and marketing principles

Accounting practices

Operational and departmental functions

Individual roles and responsibilities

Recruitment issues and workforce imbalances

23
Q

What is gearing?

A

Measures the ratio of debt to equity