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Checklist Hiring Process

This checklist outlines the essential steps for a comprehensive and compliant employee hiring process, from job requisition to onboarding. It should be used by HR departments and hiring managers to ensure all necessary tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.

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Company Letterhead

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Email: {{email}}

Website: {{website}}

1. Job Requisition and Approval

Task: Define job role and responsibilities.

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Field: {{department}}

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Task: Create detailed job description.

Task: Obtain budgetary approval for new position.

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Field: {{approval_date}}

2. Candidate Sourcing and Attraction

Task: Determine appropriate recruitment channels (e.g., job boards, social media, internal referrals).

Task: Draft and post job advertisement.

Task: Set application deadline.

Field: {{application_deadline}}

3. Application Review and Shortlisting

Task: Review all submitted applications/CVs.

Task: Create a shortlist of eligible candidates.

Task: Conduct initial screening calls (if applicable).

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Field: {{number_of_candidates_shortlisted}}

4. Interview Process

Task: Schedule first-round interviews.

Task: Prepare interview questions aligned with job requirements.

Task: Conduct interviews and document feedback.

Task: Schedule second-round interviews (if necessary).

Task: Conduct psychometric assessments or technical tests (if required).

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Field: {{interview_dates}}

5. Reference Checks and Background Verification

Task: Contact professional references provided by the candidate.

Task: Conduct criminal record checks (where legally permissible and relevant to the role).

Task: Verify educational qualifications and previous employment.

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Field: {{references_checked_date}}

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6. Offer and Negotiation

Task: Prepare a formal offer letter.

Task: Extend the job offer to the selected candidate.

Task: Negotiate salary and benefits (if applicable).

Task: Obtain signed offer letter.

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Field: {{salary_offered}}

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Field: {{acceptance_deadline}}

7. Pre-Onboarding

Task: Send new hire welcome pack.

Task: Initiate IT setup (email, software access).

Task: Prepare workspace and necessary equipment.

Task: Schedule onboarding orientation.

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Field: {{reporting_manager}}

8. Onboarding and Orientation

Task: Conduct comprehensive orientation covering company culture, policies, and procedures.

Task: Introduce the new employee to the team and key stakeholders.

Task: Provide training on essential systems and tools.

Task: Assign a mentor or buddy (if applicable).

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HR Manager

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Hiring Manager

Date: {{date}}

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