Planning an international recruitment campaign

Step 1: Evaluating the effectiveness of your UK recruitment activities. This is essential if work permits are required.

Step 2: Gathering information on the legal and employment aspects of recruiting internationally and ethically.

Step 3: Securing senior level commitment and support for an overseas recruitment drive. Putting together an internal team to make the campaign happen.

Step 4: Identifying your key selling points to promote yourself abroad.

Step 5: Developing a supporting infrastructure for employees from overseas – issues to consider.

Step 6: Identifying suitable employer partners and/or selecting a recruitment agency to work on your campaign.

Step 7: Identifying appropriate recruitment methods.

Step 8: Selecting the assessment method(s) that suit you and carrying out interviews.

Step 9: Carrying out the necessary checks.

Step 10: Meeting and greeting the arrivals.

Step 11: Supporting and developing the new employees. Orientation and induction. Identifying a buddy.

Step 12: Gathering feedback and evaluating the success of the campaign.