The Guide to Hiring Passive Candidates

The Guide to Hiring Passive Candidates Passive candidates could be the answer for your most challenging recruitment activities. Passive candidates are those who are not actively looking for a job but have the suitable qualifications and experience, and may be interested in discussing opportunities if the right one comes along. It is often thought that the most skilled workers are happy with their job so to target the passive candidates would mean that youre tapping into the best potential  employees. Weve taken a look through this infographic by  Armstrong Appointments for our top tips for hiring passive candidates. The global workforce: Did you know that only 15% of the global workforce are satisfied at their current job? This leaves a whopping 85% of the workforce as  potential new employees, with only 12% of them actively looking out for new jobs and opportunities. Only 15% of employees are satisfied with their current jobs 12% are actively searching for a job 13% are casually looking for better opportunities 15% are thinking about changing jobs Why passive candidates? Theyre potential long-term, top quality candidates  If youre hiring a passive candidate, it obviously shows that they are willing to remain in a job long-term. This means youre probably hiring someone thats going to potentially stay with your company long term. Theyre the best when it comes to qualifying for a specific skill set  Theyve been doing a great job at their current role, which means they have the skill set youre looking for. Less competition as they wont be interviewing anywhere else.  A typical passive candidate will not be taking part in interviews anywhere else, so you dont have to be worried theyll be taking another job. Theyre unlikely to stretch the truth on their CVs.  If theyre coming from a similar role, you can count on the fact they havent  lied on their CV, They are valuable assets at their current employers. Benefits for candidates: So why would a candidate ever change jobs? If theyre content and satisfied with their current position then why on earth would they go elsewhere? One of the main reason is so that they can achieve a better work/life balance which is a top priority for many employees. Another reason is for the benefits and pay that a new job can bring. But its not all about money passive candidates also move for more challenging work. Theres nothing worse than being bored at work because youre not being challenged enough. Best ways to attract passive candidates: Through an internal reference Blogging, publishing articles and social media Refer a friend Totally off the grid Have you had experience in the past with passive candidates? Wed love to hear your experiences, so tweet us @UndercoverRec. RELATED: Passive Talent: Not as Passive as You Think