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Helpful Tips for Hiring Great Candidates

"As companies start to look at ending their hiring freezes, now would be the time to remind yourself of some key steps to hiring new talent," said Sonia Jairath, president and founder of Metierlink. "Sometimes, employers are so eager to hire someone to fill a crucial position, that they forget the key steps that can keep them from hiring suitable candidates."

To help make sure that you've found the right person for the job, keep the following seven tips in mind:

1) Write a thorough job description. Standard, short or vague descriptions won't attract the best talent for your role, team and company. Lay it all out on the table, and there shouldn't be any surprises when it comes time to interview a candidate.

2) Ask recruitment experts what actual salary ranges and skills there are for a specific role in the marketplace. More often, candidates have to be hybrids of different positions to get the job done, so make sure you're offering the proper compensation to attract the right talent.

3) Be open to freelance consultants and contractors as support while you take time to screen candidates. Freelancers and contractors are generally able to hit the ground running upon arrival, mitigating the effect a vacancy has on impacting the bottom line.

4) Partner with your recruiter and be as specific as possible about your team and company's needs. While reviewing candidates, communicate to your recruiter what doesn't work for you so future recommendations will be a better fit.

5) If you are partnering with others in your organization to manage the recruitment and hiring process, it's important to make sure everyone has the latest and most relevant information regarding the status of candidates. One point of contact should filter clear comments regarding openings and candidate reviews.

6) Prior to making an offer, ask for 2 to 3 references. They should be former supervisors or managers. Recruiters should be able to provide this service and share a detailed reference check summary with you.

7) Ask recruiters to include candidate introductions with resumes. The introduction should state why a recommendation is a possible match for your opening. This will save you time and allow you to get to their relevant skills that may not be clear in a resume.

Help Is Out There

"The good news is, we as recruiters are able to help you find the best person for the position you're looking to fill," said Sonia Jairath. "Recruiters don't always enjoy the best reputation. Sometimes the recruiter you're dealing with didn't get to know the company or culture when they recommend a candidate. Or didn't take the time to really get to know the talent. That's why we at Metierlink are committed to our highly personal approach to creating better matches. When you call us, you'll get the benefit of a vast professional network and our highly selective screening process."

For more information on Metierlink and its services, please visit www.metierlink.com. Or call 646-577-0852.

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