In this age of globalization, companies are not limiting themselves only to employ local candidates. Instead, brands are transcending borders to gain access to the global pool of talented candidates who can increase their profits.
In fact, according to the Glassdoor Diversity & Inclusion Study 2019, around 71% of employees across the US, the UK, France, and Germany stated that their companies prefer employing a diverse workforce.
Additionally, around 50% of employees in the above countries believe that the company should put in more effort to improve workplace diversity.
As a result, more and more companies are moving towards online recruitment to employ candidates from different nationalities. But, recruiters need to follow some recommendations for international screening to ensure that they select the best candidates for a role. Some of them are mentioned below.
The Top Strategies To Follow
1. Make The Best Use Of Online Platforms
Online job portals are among the best platforms for hiring candidates globally. But, you need to learn about the popular job portals in your target countries to ensure that your job advertisement reaches the right pool of talent.
Social networking platforms like Facebook and LinkedIn are also good choices depending on the country you intend to hire from. Just ensure you choose a sourcing channel that is popular and easily accessible in that particular country.
2. Research Well
If you are engaging in an international screening of candidates, you need to invest a bit of time researching the specific countries. This study includes a detailed understanding of the local educational qualifications and course curriculum.
Different countries may use different names for similar courses. Being aware of this will ensure that the interview process for evaluating international candidates is fair enough.
3. Accommodate Cultural Differences
If you are hiring globally, you need to be ready to understand and accommodate cultural dissimilarities. Hence, the interview process will be different from the ones you might have had back home.
For example, a formal tone during interviews may be the norm in one country, while another may have a more casual one.
Also, due to language differences, the candidate’s English pronunciation and fluency may differ from that of a native speaker. As a recruiter, you need to accommodate such differences unless, of course, the role requires a high level of fluency in English.
4. Understand Differences In Compensation
Currencies differ across countries. So, as a recruiter, you need to be well aware of the local currency value of the country you are recruiting from. It will help you to come up with the right compensation amount.
It is a good idea to research the local salary range for the specific role before conducting the interview. It will ensure that you are on the same page with the candidate while negotiating the salary.
5. Ensure Basic Compliance
As an international recruiter, it is of utmost importance to comply with the local laws and regulations of the countries you are hiring from.
Different nations have varying laws related to minimum wages, leave policies, working hours, medical benefits, etc. Before issuing the offer letter, ensure that you are compliant with all the basic employment regulations of the country to avoid any future hassles.
Summing Up
Companies all over the world are looking forward to utilizing the benefits of greater workplace diversity. Following the above strategies are essential for recruiters looking towards employing a more diverse workforce.
While screening international candidates can be a tedious process, it proves beneficial for the company over the long run.
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