{"id":9921,"date":"2019-12-23T14:18:32","date_gmt":"2019-12-23T12:18:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/?p=9921"},"modified":"2025-10-10T17:32:19","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T15:32:19","slug":"recruitment-and-selection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/recruitment-and-selection\/","title":{"rendered":"Recruitment &#038; Selection: Optimize Your Hiring Process"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recruitment and selection can be complicated! Successful human resources departments know the importance of the hiring process. Hiring talent is so <strong>incredibly important to the company&#8217;s long-term success<\/strong> and future objectives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Companies that have a more thorough recruiting process tend to have a lower turnover rate. Almost always, a company that takes the time can find a candidate that fits both the position and the company work environment. <strong>Having the proper recruitment strategy is vital!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this post, we\u2019ll share with you the <\/span>steps to a successful recruitment process<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em>.<\/em> We\u2019ll also add in some crucial tips on<\/span> how to select the right candidate for the job. Many employers forget about the hidden costs of recruitment so we&#8217;ll<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> show you what to consider when budgeting for the process of recruitment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-fc66a343-143b-4833-bcae-29b29f39f6e3\" class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\"><span id=\"hs-cta-fc66a343-143b-4833-bcae-29b29f39f6e3\" class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-fc66a343-143b-4833-bcae-29b29f39f6e3\"><!-- [if lte IE 8]>\n\n\n<div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div>\n\n\n<![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/4960096\/fc66a343-143b-4833-bcae-29b29f39f6e3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"hs-cta-img-fc66a343-143b-4833-bcae-29b29f39f6e3\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" style=\"border-width: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/4960096\/fc66a343-143b-4833-bcae-29b29f39f6e3.png\" alt=\"New call-to-action\" width=\"676\" height=\"232\" \/><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(4960096, 'fc66a343-143b-4833-bcae-29b29f39f6e3', {\"useNewLoader\":\"true\",\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><div class=\"js-toc toc\">\n<p class=\"js-toc-title toc__title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<nav id=\"fac_toc_nav\" class=\"js-toc-nav toc__nav\" aria-label=\"Table of Contents\"><ol class=\"toc__list toc__list--level-1\"><li class=\"toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"toc__link toc-link-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/recruitment-and-selection\/#what-is-the-recruitment-selection-process\" title=\"What is the Recruitment &amp; Selection Process?\" data-target-id=\"what-is-the-recruitment-selection-process\">What is the Recruitment &amp; Selection Process?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"toc__link toc-link-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/recruitment-and-selection\/#importance-of-finding-the-right-candidate\" title=\"Importance of Finding the Right Candidate\" data-target-id=\"importance-of-finding-the-right-candidate\">Importance of Finding the Right Candidate<\/a><\/li><li class=\"toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"toc__link toc-link-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/recruitment-and-selection\/#recruitment-process-talent-acquisition-selection\" title=\"Recruitment Process: Talent Acquisition &amp; Selection\u00a0\" data-target-id=\"recruitment-process-talent-acquisition-selection\">Recruitment Process: Talent Acquisition &amp; Selection\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class=\"toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"toc__link toc-link-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/recruitment-and-selection\/#types-of-recruitment-internal-vs-external\" title=\"Types of Recruitment: Internal vs. External\" data-target-id=\"types-of-recruitment-internal-vs-external\">Types of Recruitment: Internal vs. External<\/a><\/li><li class=\"toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"toc__link toc-link-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/recruitment-and-selection\/#tips-to-streamline-your-recruitment-process\" title=\"Tips to Streamline Your Recruitment Process\" data-target-id=\"tips-to-streamline-your-recruitment-process\">Tips to Streamline Your Recruitment Process<\/a><\/li><li class=\"toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"toc__link toc-link-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/recruitment-and-selection\/#why-budget-for-recruitment-and-selection\" title=\"Why Budget for Recruitment and Selection?\u00a0\" data-target-id=\"why-budget-for-recruitment-and-selection\">Why Budget for Recruitment and Selection?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class=\"toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"toc__link toc-link-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/recruitment-and-selection\/#recruitment-budgeting-the-cost-of-recruitment-selection\" title=\"Recruitment Budgeting: The Cost of Recruitment &amp; Selection\" data-target-id=\"recruitment-budgeting-the-cost-of-recruitment-selection\">Recruitment Budgeting: The Cost of Recruitment &amp; Selection<\/a><\/li><li class=\"toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"toc__link toc-link-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/recruitment-and-selection\/#recruitment-costs-how-to-recruit-on-a-shoestring-budget\" title=\"Recruitment Costs: How to Recruit on a Shoestring Budget\" data-target-id=\"recruitment-costs-how-to-recruit-on-a-shoestring-budget\">Recruitment Costs: How to Recruit on a Shoestring Budget<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/nav><\/div><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>What is the Recruitment &amp; Selection Process?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recruitment and selection is part of a multi-layered process. <strong>Recruitment<\/strong> involves actively seeking out and advertising to potential candidates and obtaining their interest in the position. <strong>Selection<\/strong> refers to the process of determining the best candidate from the pool of applicants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Here are some reasons why a company would open the process of recruitment:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill a temporary absence within the team (maternity leave, medical leave, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replace a staff member who has retired<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assist with an increased workload<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the company started with a new venture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cover a newly created position<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before searching for the ideal candidate, the recruiter <strong>should consider several factors<\/strong>.\u00a0 These include t<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">he characteristics of the role<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the number of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vacancies they will be covering<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">profile type<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the desired candidate.\u00a0 Next, recruiters should lay out a plan of action to carry out the hiring process. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, the company must <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">calculate the cost of the entire process of recruitment and selection.\u00a0 This will<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> determine whether or not it is viable for them to proceed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Importance of Finding the Right Candidate<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Investing in human resources and the process of recruitment is a must! But hiring someone that doesn\u2019t fit the bill could <strong>substantially increase the company&#8217;s recruitment expenses<\/strong>. A poor recruitment strategy costs time and money. Not to mention, the overall productivity is at risk if the wrong person is brought into the team.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Effective <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/recruiting-manager-roles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recruiting managers<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0make the most of the time spent recruiting and selecting staff with talent acquisition software.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Recruitment Process: Talent Acquisition &amp; Selection<\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The process of selecting the right candidate involves planning and strategic action. While hiring new talent, the following components should be considered.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Job Description Offer<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A clear and detailed job description is crucial in finding the ideal candidate for the vacancy.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The job description needs to be crystal clear in what the role entails. When <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/writing-perfect-job-ad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">writing the perfect job description<\/a>, you should indicate the abilities, knowledge, and necessary experience required.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Advertising the Offer<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the first hiring steps to finding candidates who fit the bill is to <\/span><b>advertise the offer in the correct place<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Some companies find specialized job boards to be the best place to connect with job seekers. Others choose to communicate their offer through their website or by advertising on posters, newspapers, or radio. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, social media is a great resource to use when advertising your job postings. If you are on the fence about whether to hire interns, check out the benefits of hiring interns first.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>CV (resume) Selection<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After gathering all of the resumes, you must <strong>narrow down the selection<\/strong>. Following this, it&#8217;s time to screen candidates who fit the requirements of the role.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Conducting Personal Interviews<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the best way to know the potential employees better and gain an understanding of whether they would be a good match in the company. Also, phone interviews are beneficial for recruiters to narrow down the candidates.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Trial Period\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can choose to carry out tests (ie. psychological or role-specific tests), to make sure the candidates meet the requirements of the position. For instance, you may have candidates answer a series of questions that help the recruiter get to know them better. These tests may involve an analysis of a candidate&#8217;s problem-solving abilities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>Assessment &amp; Selection of Top Candidates<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assessing interviews and tests allows you to narrow down your search and find the ideal candidate for the role. Using an applicant tracking system, such as the one Factorial offers, can keep you on track and help streamline the process of recruiting staff.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccc <strong><em>Want to learn more about your recruitment process?<\/em> This list of the 6 <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/best-recruitment-analytics-software\/\">best recruiting analytics software<\/a> can give you valuable insights so you can make your hiring process more efficient.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9929\" src=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/23121742\/recruitment-and-selection.jpeg\" alt=\"recruitment-and-selection\" width=\"795\" height=\"450\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Types of Recruitment: Internal vs. External<\/h2>\n<p>Consider hiring internally to reduce the number of external candidates. When considering your recruitment strategy, it is important to decide whether you will pursue <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/recruitment-process-internal-external\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Internal vs. External Recruitment.<\/a> <strong>What is the difference between internal and external recruitment?<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Internal Recruitment<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Finding new talent isn&#8217;t always about searching for someone new.\u00a0 Internal recruitment can eliminate hiring expenses and save time.\u00a0 If you employ internal recruitment, candidates will already be adapted to the company&#8217;s culture and work environment. Additionally, <strong>rewarding employees for their work encourages their development and progress<\/strong>. Promotions create a motivated and loyal workforce!<\/p>\n<p>On the downside, internal recruitment can be limiting, especially if you are looking for new approaches.\u00a0 Training new talent also requires time and money, which should be budgeted for.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>External Recruitment<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The benefits of external recruitment should also be taken into consideration.\u00a0 Sometimes, <strong>fresh talent can mean fresh perspectives<\/strong>.\u00a0 Although there is more risk involved with bringing in new faces, it can spur dynamic interactions and growth.<\/p>\n<p>However, the pros of external recruitment come at a price.\u00a0 It requires investing more time and money to hire and train new employees.\u00a0 As mentioned before, there is a greater possibility of employee turnover and loss.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wistia_responsive_padding fac-wistia\">\n  <div class=\" wistia_responsive_wrapper\" >\n    <div class=\"wistia_embed wistia_async_2br6x0p1lz  autoPlay=false videoFoam=true seo=true\"><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\nif (!window.hbspt) {\n    Defer.js(\n      'https:\/\/js-eu1.hs-scripts.com\/4960096.js',\n      'hubspot',\n      0\n    );\n}\n\nif (!window.Wistia) {\n  Defer.js(\n    'https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/medias\/2br6x0p1lz.jsonp',\n    'wistiaMedia',\n    0\n  );\n  Defer.js(\n    'https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/assets\/external\/E-v1.js',\n    'wistiaPlayer',\n    0\n  );\n}\n\n  \n<\/script>\n<h2>Tips to Streamline Your Recruitment Process<\/h2>\n<p>Recruiting new talent is not always a straightforward and simple process. However, here are <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/recruitment-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">some pointers<\/a> that will help you attract and choose the very best prospective hire.<\/p>\n<h3>Be Specific with the Job Requirements<\/h3>\n<p>If you include too many requirements or not enough, you may be missing out on potential candidates.\u00a0 Tailored job descriptions help to include the right candidates in your <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/talent-pool\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">talent pool.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Implement an Applicant Tracking System<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Applicant tracking systems can help recruiting managers organize candidates and determine the best fit for the position.\u00a0 ATS systems not only alleviate the workload of recruiters but also prevent inefficient spending and wasted time.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/applicant-tracking-system\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">An ATS software facilitates the process of recruitment and selection<\/a> from beginning to end.<\/p>\n<h3>Prioritize Diversity<\/h3>\n<p>Striving for <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/blog\/diversity-equity-and-inclusion\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)<\/a> is crucial to the recruiting process.\u00a0 It will make all candidates feel comfortable applying and belonging to a company that values their participation.\u00a0 \u00a0The more voices and perspectives heard in the workplace, the stronger, more innovative, and more compassionate the company.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Why Budget for Recruitment and Selection?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Budgeting for the recruitment process is typically unconsidered by the hiring manager or those responsible for human resources. <strong>T<\/strong><\/span><b>he recruitment and selection process can incur a massive economic cost to the company,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> which should be expected. To avoid future losses, it is vital to invest in the process of staff recruitment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Tip: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best time to calculate the budget for staff recruitment is during the initial planning phase.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-29df4b36-4624-4dea-afca-948e15862b68\" class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\"><span id=\"hs-cta-29df4b36-4624-4dea-afca-948e15862b68\" class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-29df4b36-4624-4dea-afca-948e15862b68\"><!-- [if lte IE 8]>\n\n\n<div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div>\n\n\n<![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/4960096\/29df4b36-4624-4dea-afca-948e15862b68\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"hs-cta-img-29df4b36-4624-4dea-afca-948e15862b68\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" style=\"border-width: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/4960096\/29df4b36-4624-4dea-afca-948e15862b68.png\" alt=\"New call-to-action\" width=\"900\" height=\"308\" \/><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(4960096, '29df4b36-4624-4dea-afca-948e15862b68', {\"useNewLoader\":\"true\",\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Recruitment Budgeting: The Cost of Recruitment &amp; Selection<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To accurately budget the selection process, it is essential to understand the difference between direct and indirect costs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Direct Costs<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are the costs <strong>directly associated with the process of recruitment.<\/strong> Some of these may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advertisements of the job offer<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tests and testing material<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Space to interview applicants<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food and accommodation (if applicable)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salaries of the employees<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Indirect Costs<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The indirect costs are <\/span><b>shared expenses between other departments<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the company.\u00a0 However, these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are not included in the budget. Instead, the costs are divided into the budgets of the various departments they serve.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>Recruitment Cost: Calculating the Total<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The total costs of recruiting staff = direct costs + indirect costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s look at an example to display this process. Assume that our<\/span><b> direct costs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are 150<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20ac to advertise the job posting, 180\u20ac for the materials of the candidates, 500\u20ac to rent the space, 300\u20ac for housing and food, 80\u20ac for transportation and gas, and 300\u20ac for the salary of the contractors (they each work 10 hours at 30\u20ac per hour).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s say that our <\/span><b>indirect costs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are 100\u20ac for materials and administration, 40\u20ac for the telephone bill, and 40\u20ac for secretarial services (they work 5 hours at 8\u20ac per hour). The direct costs together, total <strong>1,510\u20ac<\/strong>, and the indirect costs together, total;<strong> 180\u20ac<\/strong>. In total, <strong>the recruitment cost for the process is 1,690\u20ac<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Recruitment Costs: How to Recruit on a Shoestring Budget<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What if the total recruitment cost is higher than the allocated budget? Don&#8217;t worry, adjustments can be made! There are ways to reduce direct and indirect expenses involved in the process. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now you have the keys to calculate the total cost of the recruitment and selection process. Optimizing your hiring plan can increase the overall profitability and success of the company. Remember, that with every new hire, it is necessary to recalculate the hiring costs. This will allow the company to reevaluate its expenses and make adjustments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save this guide and consult it every time you are starting the recruitment process. Discover the recruitment and <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/applicant-tracking-system\">applicant tracking software<\/a>, included in Factorial&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/hr-software\">all-in-one HR solution<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Try out our applicant tracking software and other features with a <a href=\"https:\/\/factorialhr.com\/get-started\">14-day day free trial<\/a> of our software.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Recruitment and selection can be complicated! Successful human resources departments know the importance of the hiring process. Hiring talent is so incredibly important to the company&#8217;s long-term success and future objectives. 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