Hiring processes of fewer than six weeks preferred by candidates

Hiring processes of fewer that six weeks are preferred by almost all Hong Kong job-seekers

Recent research by Randstad has suggested that 92% of job seekers in Hong Kong prefer hiring processes that takes fewer than six weeks. In addition, the majority of the survey respondents (67%) expected any recruitment process to take between two and four weeks.

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The research also found that a staggering 89% of job-seekers would be unwilling to accept a job offer if the recruitment process lasted for longer than eight weeks.

Michael Smith, Managing Director, Randstad Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia commented, “Automation helps improve efficiency in many ways along the recruitment process for a value-added experience. However, this research makes clear that HR needs to be flexible and balanced in the way they engage with candidates to meet their expectations for a more personal experience. When it comes to it, personalisation is the key to success.” He added, “It’s a clear message to hiring managers that more engagement efforts are required in the recruitment process. Automation processes should go hand in hand with the human touch to personalise and improve the efficiency of the hiring process as it is an important decision for job-seekers.”