Hiring for The Holiday Season? Here are 12 Things Talent Acquisition Teams Should Keep in Mind

There’s no season like the holiday season. It’s most definitely a unique time of the year from a talent acquisition standpoint. On one hand, recruiters get to go on a break and finally unwind after a hectic year. And on the other hand, it can be quite pressuring to get everything done on time before Christmas.

So holiday recruiting can either be a talent acquisition team’s worst nightmare or a blessing in disguise.

With the holidays right around the corner, it becomes relatively harder to manage everything at once. From completing last-minute tasks, connecting with family, double-booking weekends, and of course – the shopping.

But at the same time, talent acquisition teams have some great advantages when it comes to recruiting in this merry month. Talent pools become smaller and easier to manage, competition isn’t too strong, top talent are still looking to get hired, and it’s a great time to network and connect with people.

If you’re a talent acquisition specialist who’s hiring this holiday season, be sure to keep these 12 things in mind!

Freshen up your job posts and descriptions for the season

Post your jobs early! Don’t wait for the last minute

Don’t pause your hiring efforts till January

Top talent will still be applying for jobs

You’ll most likely run into less competition

You’ll need a hiring platform to streamline your processes

Employee referrals also work best at this time

Make the most out of social media recruiting

Be sure to exercise flexibility with interviews

Refrain from contacting candidates on the big day

Make sure your employer brand is still visible and accessible

Remember to spread some holiday cheer and joy!

Holiday hiring unwrapped

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