The healthcare industry is one of the most dynamic and challenging sectors, where the need for skilled professionals goes hand in hand with the necessity for team members who resonate with the organisation's culture and values. Here, we talk to Referoo Director Chris Hunter about balancing the two and the critical role of reference checking ..read more

In the UK, every new hire must undergo a Right to Work check before commencing employment. Prior to COVID-19, the UK Government required these to be completed face-to-face for most job seekers, including UK and Irish nationals, who typically make up the majority of candidates ..read more

The talent acquisition space is changing. The rise of machine learning and automation has led to some radical shifts in the hiring process, and it’s also fundamentally changed how we measure success. Here, we talk to Referoo Director Chris Hunter about how focusing on key talent acquisition metrics can drive recruitment technology decisions and improve hiring outcomes ..read more

As employers continue to embrace remote work, talent pools no longer have geographic boundaries. While this increases access to skills and helps to ease the challenges of a candidate-short market, it also heightens the need for certainty of identity ..read more

In the last few years, we’ve seen a dramatic shift in how companies hire. Global talent shortages combined with belt-tightening across organisations are putting pressure on recruiters and talent acquisition professionals, who are often tasked with finding the proverbial ‘needle in a haystack’. Here, we talk to Referoo Director and experienced recruiter Chris Hunter about ‘recruiter’ burnout, what’s causing it and what can be done about it ..read more

As global economies continue to recover in the wake of the pandemic, talent shortages are a problem worldwide. Competition for top talent is fierce, forcing employers to get creative and look beyond industry experience to find new candidates. Here, we talk to Referoo Director Neil Rose about non-traditional candidates and how to evaluate them when their career path doesn't fit the mould ..read more

Generation Z (b. 1997–2012) will account for 27% of the Australian workforce by 2025*, just two short years away. Forward-thinking talent acquisition professionals are preparing for these truly digital-native candidates with recruitment processes that meet the changing needs of a new generation. Here are some key points to consider when adapting your approach ..read more

We've all heard (and maybe used) the adage 'hire for attitude, train for skills', and it can be an excellent strategy for non-technical roles. But how do you determine that the candidate has the right attitude? Of course, the interview provides an opportunity, but it won't tell you everything you need to know. Enter the reference check. Online reference checking is a powerful tool to delve deeper into a candidate's attitude. In this blog, we will explore how online reference checking can be used to gain valuable insights, helping organisations make more informed hiring decisions ..read more

Technology has dramatically reshaped traditional practices in the ever-evolving sphere of talent acquisition, and automation seems to be an endless juggernaut. As talent acquisition departments turn increasingly towards automated systems for sourcing, screening and engaging candidates, it’s important to understand how to strike the right balance. Here, we talk to Referoo Director Neil Rose about defining the boundaries in a fast-moving landscape ..read more

With tools like Referoo, the traditional process that once involved lengthy phone calls and pen-paper evaluations has transitioned into seamless online reference checks. This shift not only benefits companies and job applicants but also supports referees. Here's a closer look at why online reference checking can be a positive shift for referees and how to get the most out of it ..read more