Recruitment policy template
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This model recruitment policy is to assist managers to prepare for the recruitment of a new employee.
This policy has three parts: an 'overview' that explains what it's about, 'scope' which details who it applies to, and 'general principles' that list the main rules it follows.
Why this policy is necessary
This Recruitment policy template aims to offer you a versatile and customisable tool, serving as a solid foundation for your needs. Utilise it to ensure consistency, enhance accuracy, and save valuable time.
Adapt it to suit your unique requirements, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in your HR processes.
Specifications
5 mins
261 words, 2 pages A4
1 November 2024
Recruitment
Overview
Our employee recruitment policy describes our process for attracting job candidates.
We are committed to our equal opportunities at every selection stage, and the hiring process will be free of discrimination.
Scope
This recruitment policy applies to all employees who are involved in hiring for [company name]. It refers to all potential job candidates.
General principles
What is the recruitment and selection process?
Hiring teams will go through the following steps:
- Identify need for an opening
- Decide whether to hire externally or internally
- Review the job description and create an advert
- Select appropriates sources (external or internal) for posting the vacancy
- Decide on the selection stages and possible timeframe
- Shortlist applications
- Proceed through all selection stages
- Run background checks
- Select the most suitable candidate
- Make an official offer
Stages may overlap. Hiring managers may remove/add steps as appropriate. The first five stages are mandatory in every hiring process.
Posting jobs internally
Hiring managers can choose to post a job vacancy internally before recruiting external candidates.
Creating job descriptions
Hiring managers can create job ads based on full job descriptions of each role. Job ads should be clear and accurately represent the open position. They should include:
- A brief description of our company and mission
- A short summary of the role's purpose
- A list of responsibilities
- A list of experience and skills required
- How to apply
The job advert style should be consistent with our company's unique voice. It should be addressed in a polite and engaging tone. Jargon, complicated phrases and gender-specific language should be avoided.
This policy [does not] form[s] part of your terms and conditions of employment.
Version: [1.0]
Issue date: [date]
Author: [name, job title]
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