Ep 577: Hiring In Challenging Talent Markets
Dec 14, 2023•25 min•Ep 577•Transcript available on Metacast Episode description
Despite the recent increases in applications that some sectors are experiencing, there are still many talent markets with acute skills shortages where hiring is a considerable challenge. So, what long-term strategies are employers using to ensure they are recruiting effectively when talent is in short supply?
My guest this week is Ellie Harte, Head of Recruitment at AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is focusing strongly on skills-based hiring as well as using employer branding and employee advocacy as attraction tools to compete in a highly competitive market for talent. They also think long-term, working to champion STEM education in schools and inspire a future generation of engineers.
In the interview, we discuss:
Talent market challenges in the engineering sector
From LVPs to a global EVP
Aligning corporate brand, employer brand, and employee experience
Managing attrition and growth
Moving to skills-based hiring
Working with schools to nurture STEM talent and challenge assumptions about engineering
Using employees as brand advocates with authentic and genuine content
Getting talent attention and showcasing culture rather than advertising jobs
How skills-based hiring and AI will shape the future of talent acquisition.
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