The outbreak of coronavirus has shifted the traditional workforce to a more flexible and remote working environment. The change is inevitable, and the rapid pace of change is unprecedented. As such, these changes pose a unique set of challenges to the recruiters and hiring managers. Though some traditional recruitment processes can be applied, others must be replaced to keep up with the transformation.
Since there is no physical visit, potential employees may refer to review sites such as Glassdoor to survey the company. Remote workers will likely research the company's online presence and seek out existing employees' opinions to check on the organization. Thus, the recruiting strategy must include the employer's brand and employee testimonial on the company culture.
As remote work is gaining more traction, advertising on the right platforms can help attract candidates with remote experience. Typically, remote job openings receive a lot of attention from unqualified candidates. Therefore, to reach more targeted candidates, posting on remote specific platforms such as RemoteOK is a way to go.
Meanwhile, it is also essential to vet the candidates effectively. Virtual hiring is not limited to hosting Zoom interviews only. As recruiters cannot evaluate the candidates in person, they can use various assessment tools to select quality candidates. For instance, recruiters can conduct technical skill assessments, such as completing a coding test.
Besides technical skills, recruiters also have to focus on the candidates' soft skills during the recruitment process. Not all candidates can work remotely. Additionally, the best remote workers are not the best because of their experience or credentials. Instead, they are more trustworthy, can work independently, and take ownership of their roles.
Recruiting for remote workers is not classified for a particular niche only nowadays. Due to the pandemic, every organization has to adapt to recruiting virtually. The changes are here to stay. More importantly, remote recruiting will become a new normal as the job market becomes more globalised.
Company online presence and employee testimonial is crucial
Advertise on the right platforms attract targeted candidates
Use various assessment tools to select quality candidates
The recruiter also needs to focus on candidates' soft skills