Finding the right candidate for a job role is a vitally important but a difficult process. Recruiting from within can help businesses understand their candidates better. However, external recruitment offers different opportunities that companies should consider.
Benefits of recruiting externally
1. Wider talent pool
Recruiting outside of the organisation will give businesses access to a much more expansive talent pool. People within the business know the sector well and they are familiar with its processes and ways of working.
In contrast, external talent often have a wider range of skills. This makes them more likely to fit the role perfectly. They can also bring unique skills to the business.
2. Fresh perspectives
Externally recruited employees can offer fresh perspectives on old problems, offering innovative solutions and efficiency savings. Creating change can be hard when a team is stuck in their ways. A new team member can inspire and motivate this change.
Internal recruitment vs external recruitment
Each type of recruitment has pros and cons. Internal recruitment allows for the existing employees to immediately have some grasp of the role and the overall goals of the business but may not choose to innovate as much. An external recruit can bring fresh energy and new ideas to a role. However, they may take longer to fit into the business.
The benefits of external recruitment often align with businesses that require an injection of new ideas to compete in their sector, or those that are expanding into new sectors or customer bases.
It is important to also consider company culture when recruiting externally. Will the external candidate be a good fit, or do they bring something culturally that the existing team may need, or that will positively impact employee morale? Think about interpersonal dynamics within their prospective team as well as the wider goals of the business.
MRS can help logistics businesses find the best candidates for their needs. Get in touch with us today on 01604 588300 to learn more.