TRAINING is a crucial part of any role but making sure the qualification achieved is right for business growth and career progression is equally as important.
Companies who put their employees forward for training are often viewed highly by potential new employees and should ensure that the courses are accredited – for instance, accountancy (AAT, ACA, ACCA, ACMA, ACIS, CIPFA), HR (CIPD), Purchasing (CIPS), Project Management (CIPS), LCCI for Executive PAs or Marketing (CIM) to mention but a few – as there are many unaccredited courses out there which do not deliver.
Equally though, when recruiting, it is important not to overlook the candidates who have tremendous experience under their belts gained from years of work, as quite often they will fulfil a role terrifically well, (if not better), even though they do not have the paperwork to prove it.
In an ideal situation, the perfect employee will not only have the qualifications, proving dedication to their chosen career, but will have the experience to support this.
Carol Johnson, Managing Director of Johnson Underwood, said: “Quite often though, this is not the case and sometimes those that are highly qualified, but lacking experience, are seen as a threat to a business (will-not-stay syndrome, once they have gained experience), or merely being experienced (will they be ambitious enough?) which is a real shame. We find having the best of both worlds means looking beyond the ‘wish list’ and focusing on what that person can do for the business and if they are a good fit. Retention rates are much higher as a result.
“Johnson Underwood is dedicated to working alongside businesses to help recruit the right people into the right roles. We do this by meeting every single candidate and conducting that all-important first interview. As we also meet our clients, we can deliver to the expectations of both parties, thus resulting in not only successful recruitment solutions, but also retention, which is invaluable to everyone. We also do a fully comprehensive reference and qualification check, helping companies to have the best of both worlds.”
Contact Johnson Underwood on 01604 626162 or visit www.johnsonunderwood.co.uk
