Believe it or not, we have over 100 years of recruitment experience in our office. So, if you’re looking for some sound advice and practical suggestions for your next placement, take our word for it. Our top tip is to be flexible about requesting specific industry experience when creating a job description.
It’s very tempting for companies to include a long list of minimum requirements when compiling a job description; especially if it’s for a senior role. Often companies request specific industry experience and qualifications.
In some roles, a specific level of knowledge and experience is crucial. But, in many roles, a strong cultural match with comparable experience from a different industry, can be just as effective.
For example, a hospitality company may require a customer services manager and ask that they have a minimum of three years’ experience in the industry. By narrowing their choice like this, they will exclude suitable candidates from comparable sectors, like retail.
A few weeks back we had a company who were looking for a senior marketing person. They were adamant that the applicant should have a very specific industry background. To convince them that they should look at the individual first and their industry experience second, we presented a varied shortlist of candidates and focussed on their marketing experience, cultural fit and transferable skills.
They were delighted at the range of suitable candidates offered to them and have booked interviews with the ones we decided were a strong match.
By being flexible about industry specific experience, companies not only gain access to a new talent pool, but they also benefit from the different experiences and work practices that a candidate brings with them to the role.
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