It's the month of festive jumpers, Christmas parties, and generally quieter times in recruitment. As the year winds down, the hiring pace often follows suit, giving recruitment teams a (very) rare chance to take a breath, refocus, and strategise.
December: it's the month of festive jumpers, Christmas parties, and generally quieter times in recruitment. As the year winds down, the hiring pace often follows suit, giving recruitment teams a (very) rare chance to take a breath, refocus, and strategise. (And perhaps even cleaning out that inbox folder named “Important Stuff.”)
But here’s the thing—January will be here before you know it, and it’s often one of the busiest times for hiring (wave-rs.co.uk). That’s why December is the ideal time to get ahead of the game and prepare your recruitment strategy for 2025, figure out what’s working well– and what can be improved, and perhaps even learn some new stuff too.
Here’s 4 ways you can make the most of this quieter season…
1. deck the halls of your employer brand.
January is the prime time for jobseeking (Glassdoor), so there’s no better time to polish up how you’re presenting your organisation to potential candidates. Your pages on employee review sites? Give them a once-over and respond to feedback to show candidates you’re listening. It’s a small step that can have a big impact when people start their New Year’s job hunt and head to these sites to check you out.
2. merry and mindful: refreshing your D&I strategy.
A good D&I strategy isn’t just a box to tick—it’s an essential. It’s also a powerful way to attract and retain talent. Take a moment to review your recruitment process to ensure it’s actively supporting and encouraging applications from diverse candidates. A recent report shows D&I is increasingly a top priority for job seekers, with over 80% saying it’s important in their job search (Financial Times).
3. tinsel and tactics: spruce up your talent attraction channels.
With time to reflect, review your job postings and attraction channels. Are they reaching the right audience? Is your careers page up to scratch? Are candidates getting the information they need? This is the moment to streamline your process and make sure everything flows smoothly—from the first click to the final interview.
4. fa-la-la-la-la… launch some training.
Training and upskilling in recruitment doesn’t just benefit you—it benefits your candidates. Keep an eye on new trends and best practices, and make sure your team is up to speed. Whether it’s understanding the latest tools, using data to drive hiring decisions, or improving candidate experience, there’s always room for growth.
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ready, set, january—don’t get left in the cold.
With a proactive approach in December, you can tackle recruitment head on in the new year, competing with big brands to attract and secure top talent.
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- How to improve your Glassdoor and Indeed profile
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- Tips on creating an inclusive recruitment process....and more!
What’s required from you?
Nothing– just fill out your details to reserve your slot, and we’ll do all the hard work. Then, one of our experts will be in touch to share their findings on a short call, and provide you with some handy reports, and free resources to get stuck into.
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