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Recruitment Glossary

Definitions of common recruitment and talent acquisition terms used by employers, candidates and hiring teams.

Talent Acquisition

The strategic approach to identifying, attracting and hiring skilled people.

Shortlisting

Selecting the strongest candidates from an initial pool for further assessment.

Candidate Experience

The overall impression a candidate has during the recruitment process.

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What is talent acquisition?

Talent acquisition is a strategic approach to finding, attracting and hiring people who can meet an organisation's long-term needs.

What is shortlisting?

Shortlisting is the process of selecting candidates from a wider pool for deeper assessment or interview.

What is candidate experience?

Candidate experience is the overall impression a candidate has during the recruitment process.

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