In the ever-evolving landscape of the business process outsourcing (BPO) industry in Australia, companies are constantly faced with a pivotal decision: should you hire locally or Offshore? The trend to outsource to the Philippines has gained substantial momentum, offering Australians a cost-effective, efficient alternative without compromising on quality. But what truly sets apart the choice to outsource to the Philippines from hiring within the local job market? This article delves into the nuances of both options to help you make an informed decision for your next hire. The Australian Rec ..read more

Congratulations to Sabrina Maddock, TalentVine’s Recruiter of the Month for March! Agency: Avanti Search Location: Sydney Specialised Industry: Healthcare, Sales  Employer Rating: 9/10 Recent Successes:Occupational Therapy Team Leader Business Development Manager Graduate Speech Pathologist Occupational Therapist Tell us about your journey as a recruiter I started my career as Miss World Australia (that was my first actual job!) and ended up segueing into sales, which led to me recruiting for my first ever sales team. During the recruitment process, the sales candidates recomme ..read more

Traditionally, when organisations reach a certain size, they decide to set up preferred supplier agreements (PSAs) with a number of recruitment agencies. Before the rise of HR tech and vendor management platforms, this was to ensure that when a position couldn’t be filled internally, they had pre-agreed rates and terms in place with agencies that can assist in that certain job type. For a long time, Preferred Supplier Agreements (PSAs) have been a staple for enterprises to manage their outsourced recruitment partners. Despite this, trends show that PSAs are no longer enjoying the popularity ..read more

No matter how hard we try, the sad truth is that everyone can be biased. This is no different in hiring and recruitment. Managing bias in recruitment can be tough because first impressions and gut feelings count for so much in the interview process. However, being aware of these potential biases, and implementing effective strategies to mitigate them, can help to create a fairer recruitment process. In this blog, we’ll identify the 9 most common types of bias that we see in recruitment, and how to mitigate them.  9 Types of Bias in Recruitment This list addresses 9 unconscious biases ..read more

The quest for cost reduction is a constant challenge for organisations of all sizes. But it’s important to remind ourselves that monetary cost is just one concern, and time cost can be just as vital. In the recruitment process, every minute spent can have a significant impact on your organisation’s bottom line. DIY Recruitment Costs Let’s take a closer look at the numbers. We’ve all heard that time equals money, and a prolonged recruitment process can be even more significant a cost than a recruitment fee.  Imagine that you post a role to a job board, and receive 100 applications ..read more

Congratulations to the Robert Walters Finance and Accounting team, TalentVine’s Recruitment Agency of the Month for February! Locations: Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide Specialised Industry: Accounting & Finance Average Rating: 9.8/10 Recent Roles Placed: Senior Financial Accountant Financial Reporting Specialist Assistant Accountant Financial Advisor We spoke to Hamish Winterbourn, the Director of Corporate Services, to understand a little bit about their agency, the accounting and finance team, and hear his recruitment insights. Tell us about your agency and the ..read more

Abraham Lincoln once said, “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” When did you last sharpen your axe? In recruitment, staying ahead of the curve is not just an advantage – it’s a necessity. As the industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the importance of upskilling, training, and education cannot be overstated. In this article, we will delve into why upskilling is crucial for recruitment experts like you and explore the best options in Australia for a recruiter’s professional development. Why Recruiter Training is Important: Adapta ..read more

It’s no secret that technical skills are in red-hot demand at the moment, but to stay ahead in the hiring game, you should be looking at soft skills just as closely. In a time where it’s difficult to find skilled talent, you may find that none of your candidates tick every single technical skill box on your list. In such an environment, the need to hire for soft skills becomes more important than ever.  As these skills are innate and typically difficult to teach, hiring for soft skills can often be better than relying on hard skills alone. In fact, LinkedIn’s Global Talent Trends Report ..read more

Hiring is all about finding the best possible candidate for the role. But how do you objectively decide this? We’d all like to say that there is an answer, but the reality is that hiring is an innately human field, which is what makes it so interesting. However, as humans, we are all susceptible to unconscious biases within the hiring process. Interview scorecards are a way to combat this by using a systematic and structured approach to evaluate candidates consistently and objectively.  In this article, we’ll explore the world of interview scorecards, how they work, the benefits, and ho ..read more

2024 promises to be another year of new trends, shifts, and recruitment strategies. Are you prepared for it? As we begin the new year, it remains vital to anticipate and adapt to this changing environment. In this article, we explore and explain the upcoming recruitment trends predicted in 2024, as well as the underlying reason why these patterns are emerging. In a time when employers and recruiters are key players in shaping the workforce of the future, let’s take a look at what that future holds. Here are the key themes that we predict will define recruitment strategies and practices in th ..read more