Ep 577: Hiring In Challenging Talent Markets
Despite the recent increases in applications that some sectors are experiencing, there are still many talent markets with acute skills shortages where hiring is a considerable challenge. So, what long-term strategies are employers using to ensure they are recruiting effectively when talent is in short supply?\n\nMy guest this week is Ellie Harte, Head of Recruitment at AtkinsR\xe9alis. AtkinsR\xe9alis is focusing strongly on skills-based hiring as well as using employer branding and employee advocacy as attraction tools to compete in a highly competitive market for talent. They also think long-term, working to champion STEM education in schools and inspire a future generation of engineers.\xa0\n\nIn the interview, we discuss:\n\nTalent market challenges in the engineering sector\n\nFrom LVPs to a global EVP\n\nAligning corporate brand, employer brand, and employee experience\n\nManaging attrition and growth\n\nMoving to skills-based hiring\n\nWorking with schools to nurture STEM talent and challenge assumptions about engineering\n\nUsing employees as brand advocates with authentic and genuine content\n\nGetting talent attention and showcasing culture rather than advertising jobs\n\nHow skills-based hiring and AI will shape the future of talent acquisition.\n\n\nListen to this podcast on Apple podcasts.