The interview process encompasses several stages to evaluate candidates effectively. It begins with clear objectives: assessing the candidate's ability, team compatibility, job willingness, and long-term commitment.
Discuss rejected candidates (and reasons) with your Recruiter to have equal expectations
When in doubt - ask the applicant to do a homework test task (+ ask to provide an estimate)
Receive feedback from recruiter on the process/results
Provide interview feedback to Recruiter in a timely manner!
5. Make an Offer
Dealing with hesitating candidates
Basic Rules
You cannot recall an offer
1 offer at a time!
Offer should be time bound
Be aware of PE issues and risks
Be accurate and delicate with offered salary
Smaller salary on a probation:
- a motivation for the Applicant
- positive influence on your LM
Define B&G
6. Retrospective
[OPTIONAL] Have a retrospective with an applicant
If you believe it will help y with the process [CASE STUDY]
Discuss numbers to have better understanding of your success/progress
What could be improved next time
What went well
Get together with your Recruiter to discuss how it went
3. Conduct an Interview
[OPTIONAL] Homework: test task
Conduct a technical interview
Verify English level
Sell a project/client/GL/team/manager
[OPTIONAL] Show the workplace and meet the team
Let the applicant ask questions
Ask the applicant to tell his story
Intro
Explain the applicant the interview agenda (plan and the timing)
Interview is a huge stress for the applicant. So try to ensure a relaxing atmosphere to better discover aplpicant's skills and potential (unless your real project atmosphere is stressful - then a stress interview is the case).
Interviewers, present yourself
Interview goals
Won't the applicant be a headache or leave soon?
Will the applicant fit into the team?
Is applicant willing to to the job?
Can the applicant do the job?
2. Review Resumes
Invite applicants for an interview
When in doubt - talk to your Recruiter
Provide feedback in a timely manner!
1. Open a Vacancy
Hot vacancies
When is the time for a referral bonus?
Create a vacancy in Recruitment app
Meet your recruiter to discuss details and get initial expectations on dates/salaries etc.