The best match: How to recruit the ideal employee

By Robert Half 25 February 2016

Many businesses are looking for professionals that are the right match for their business. As businesses look to build out their teams and prepare for growth, they are seeking skilled and experienced candidates who can take the organisation forward.

But finding 'the one' isn't always easy. Businesses looking to hire new employees are struggling to recruit employees that are the right match, and it comes with a cost. It can take significant time and effort to find someone suitably attractive. And even when you have, you'll still got to lure them in, and ensure they are going to fit well within the business. 


Finding 'the one'



Recruitment consultants have in-depth knowledge of the jobs market and specific industry sectors, which they can use to an employer's advantage as they plan new hires. Recruiters have access to hidden pools of talent and can discuss your vacancy with potential candidates, and assess their remuneration expectations to ensure they are within your price range.

If professionals are interested in the advertised role, and are wanting to work for your organisation, you may be closer to the ideal employee than you think. Now it's just a matter of putting them through the interview process, ensuring they are as impressive in-person and a good cultural fit for your organisation.

Attracting 'the one'

Once you’ve attracted talented professionals to interview, you now need to win them over and ask interview questions to identify whether they are the right match for the role. This means making a job offer they can’t resist. Offer a salary and remuneration package too low and you risk losing ‘the one’, but go in too high and you might offer a package your organisation can't afford.

When attracting staff, remember that top professionals are after more than just an attractive salary. They desire a comprehensive benefits package, and a future in developing the relationship, or in this case their career.


  6. Work-life balance - increasingly, professionals are looking to achieve a better work-life balance, which allows them to spend more time with their families or pursue leisure activities. If employers are able to promise flexible working opportunities, this may differentiate them from competing organisations.

In summary


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