When it comes to hiring new staff, could your company do more to boost its appeal to highly skilled workers?
Recruiting skilled staff in New Zealand is still a “continuous challenge” but companies need to do more to attract better candidates.
Despite the number of firms currently hiring, Xero chief executive officer Rod Drury says there is a shortage of skilled, talented staff to fill these roles.
In order to attract candidates, “you have to be able to tell a story, and make your firm an attractive place” to work, Drury said. Companies need to inspire candidates, as they will be looking to join a company they believe in, he added.
Mel Rowsell, Vend’s general manager of people and culture, agrees but says it is also important to find skilled workers who fit in with your company’s culture.
“Because we like to employ awesome people, we don't settle so it can take us a bit longer to find just the right person,” she said.
Rowsell recommends working on employment brands and utilising employees’ networks to source good candidates. She says ensuring everyone feels like part of the team and knowing how they can help the company “win” is also crucial.
Author of ‘Human Resources Kit For Dummies’ Max Messmer listed the following recruitment tips in his book.
