Practical guidanceClearer briefs. Better hiring conversations.
Practical checklists for preparing requirements and coordinating your recruitment process.
01Write a clear job description
- Separate must-have skills from preferences. State the work the person will own and the outcome expected.
- Include accurate location, work mode, experience, compensation range and employment type.
- Keep one role per brief and avoid confidential client details in public copy.
Read the role brief guide ↗02Candidate screening checklist
- Use the same role-related criteria for every applicant: relevant experience, core skills, location and availability.
- Record evidence and open questions instead of assumptions. Check gaps respectfully.
- Collect only information needed for the recruitment stage and keep resumes within authorized hiring access.
03Interview coordination
- Confirm the panel, duration, mode, venue or meeting link before inviting candidates.
- Share the role title, time zone, contact and preparation instructions clearly.
- Record attendance and feedback promptly so candidates know the next step.
04Reduce candidate drop-off
- Set realistic expectations about the role, compensation and process early.
- Avoid repeated information requests and unnecessary interview rounds.
- Tell candidates when timelines change and provide a clear contact for scheduling questions.
05Multi-location hiring basics
- List genuine hiring locations and identify any location-specific eligibility or work arrangements.
- Agree who reviews applications for each location and use consistent selection criteria.
- Keep role status current. Pause or close listings when applications should no longer be accepted.
