HCRG Care Group named as finalist in national recruitment awards scheme
HCRG Care Group has been shortlisted for an In-house Recruitment Award recognising its work in implementing new ways of working to improve the candidate experience.
The Candidate Experience category recognises outstanding service and care for candidates, highlighting an exceptional in-house recruitment operation that provides a uniquely positive experience throughout the hiring process.
Paul Lundbeck, People Director, said: “We are delighted to be named as a finalist in the In-house Recruitment Awards. This recognises the work we have done to transform our approach to recruitment, which is making a positive difference to candidates looking to work with us.”
Work that has taken place to refresh the Talent Attraction Strategy has included:
- Implementing new recruitment software from Tribepad
- Introducing a colleague onboarding survey to offers individuals the chance to feed back at all stages of the candidate experience
- Refreshing its employer brand and employer value proposition
- Holding a series of local recruitment events in communities
- Working closely with students working in the organisation to outline vacancies and educate about our services and reward offer
- Developing its reward offer based on utilisation and need
- Rolling out its redesigned Nursing Preceptorship Programme to colleagues during their first 12 months with the organisation
Visits to the careers website and number of candidates have increased, whilst the time it takes to apply has reduced. There has also been an overall reduction in vacancy factor and headcount turnover.
Winners will be announced at a ceremony taking place on 27 November 2024.
