Finding Your Next Great Hire: Are You Looking in the Right Places?

05 November 2024 Eliza McGivern

Blog Finding Your Next Great Hire

Are You Looking in the Right Places?

Simply posting a job ad is often no longer enough. Today’s high-impact talent may not be actively applying, and the search for candidates who truly align with your vision can require some strategic adjustment.

Here’s how you can broaden your search approach and enhance the chances of finding the right fit:

1. Going Beyond Job Boards

Many of the most qualified candidates are not actively searching but may still be open to new opportunities.

Tapping into industry networks or considering professional help from a specialist recruiter can help reach these passive candidates. Industry recruiters, in particular, often have direct access to talent pools that would be difficult to engage with otherwise, providing a targeted approach for finding those high-impact professionals who aren’t on traditional job boards.

2. Aligning with Your Company’s Future Needs

Hiring with a long-term view means identifying candidates whose values, skills, and ambitions align with your team’s future, not just its current state.

A good match isn’t just about technical skills; it’s about shared vision and culture. Consider focusing on individuals who are adaptable and motivated by your company’s mission.

Specialist recruiters like Parity, who are familiar with your industry can assist in narrowing down candidates who fit not just the job description but the overall team vision, improving long-term engagement.

3. Accessing Industry-Specific Insights

Keeping up with shifting industry trends and skill demands can be challenging.

Industry recruiters often bring insight into what skills are in high demand, market salary expectations, and what motivates candidates today.

These insights can inform your hiring strategy, helping you attract candidates with the skills and qualities most needed to push your business forward.

4. Connecting with Passive Talent

Top performers aren’t always actively looking, yet they may be open to change when approached with the right opportunity.

If you’re finding it challenging to engage with such talent, the right recruiters can help. We have well-established connections with these passive candidates, providing an opportunity to engage talent that may otherwise be out of reach.

Hire Well by Looking in the Right Places

Looking in the right places and refining your approach can transform your hiring outcomes, helping you to build a team aligned with your company’s values and vision.

Whether you choose to expand your own network, reach out to our team of specialist recruiters, or both, the key is to think strategically about where and how you search for talent.

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What We Do

Business leaders need top-tier talent to exceed expectations and drive growth. At Parity, we swiftly attract and mobilise the best candidates across Financial Services and Tech, ensuring they align with your culture, performance, and reputation.

With years of earned trust, Parity specialises in unearthing those perfect truffles—candidates in Product, Transformation, Marketing, Communications, Digital,and Data, who will elevate your organisation while ensuring quality always trumps quantity.

Our equitable and transparent placement process is trusted by clients and candidates alike.

See how the Parity team can help your organisation succeed—Download our Capability Statement here!