Unlocking Recruitment Success

Bianca Luck • August 14, 2023

Leveraging Transferable Skills and Cultural Fit for Exceptional Hires 

As the Branch Manager of people2people's Sydney office, my primary responsibility is to build and lead a highly effective team of Recruitment Consultants who play a crucial role in driving the success of the branch. While technical expertise is important, I firmly believe that focusing on transferable skills is the key to recruiting fantastic hires. By focusing on core values, motivators, and the aptitude to learn, I aim to cultivate a culture that not only promotes individual growth but also fosters a strong and positive work environment. I encourage you to also adopt these principles when building your own teams as they can contribute to the ongoing success of your organization. 


Transferable Skills: Transferable skills are the skills and abilities that individuals acquire throughout their careers that can be successfully applied across various industries and roles. By considering candidates based on their transferable skills, we open ourselves up to a pool of exceptional talent who can adapt, thrive, and make significant contributions to our organizations. 


Cultural Fit: To create cohesive and high-performing teams, I prioritise cultural fit. This alignment not only fosters collaboration but boosts overall employee satisfaction and tenure with the business. At people2people, nearly half of our employees have been employed with us for over 5 years, reflecting our commitment to growth, engagement, and loyalty. 


The Power of Morals and Values:  Integrity, ethics, and a strong moral compass are qualities that underpin the success of any organization. Therefore, when recruiting, I make it a priority to identify consultants who consistently demonstrate these attributes. Employees who possess a high sense of ethics and integrity contribute to a positive work environment, build trust with clients and candidates, and uphold our branch's reputation. 


Drive and Ability to Learn: Drive and motivation is the fuel that propels individuals to achieve their goals and surpass expectations. During the recruitment process, I actively seek out candidates who exhibit a genuine passion for their work, possess a strong work ethic, and consistently display a willingness to take initiative. In the fast-paced world of recruitment, I also prioritize candidates with a hunger to learn and a want to build a lasting career with people2people. 

In conclusion, I challenge you to also adopt these principles when building your own teams and it might be the secret source to the ongoing success of your people and organization. 

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In business since 2002 in New Zealand, Frog Recruitment is an award-winning recruitment agency with people at our heart. Located across Auckland and Wellington, we specialise in accounting and finance, business support, education, executive, government, HR, legal, marketing and digital, property, sales, supply chain, and technology sectors. As the proud recipients of the 2024 RCSA Excellence in Candidate Care Award, we are dedicated to helping businesses achieve success through a people-first approach.

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