Recruitment
Recruitment attracts a suitable pool of applicants for an identified role or capability need. It follows consideration of what work is required, the job and person criteria and appropriate internal or external sources. It differs from selection, which evaluates applicants and chooses whom to appoint. An effective process considers access, clarity, fairness and the organisation’s actual needs rather than maximising application numbers alone.
Worked example
A business defines the capabilities needed for a new service role, advertises through suitable channels and explains the work and criteria. Assessing the resulting applicants belongs to selection.
Common mistake
Do not confuse recruitment with the final appointment decision or assume many applicants prove an effective process. Quality and suitability matter.
Where it appears in your exams
| Qualification | Exam | Relationship | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCA | SBL | Supporting | September 2026–June 2027 |