How important is the company culture in a job description?
Including company culture in a job description is very important, as it helps attract candidates who are a good fit for the company.
Here are several reasons why it’s crucial:
- Attraction of the Right Candidates: Not all qualified candidates will be a good fit for your company. By describing the company culture, you attract candidates who identify with your values and work environment, which can result in more engaged and committed employees.
- Employee Retention: If a candidate understands the company culture before accepting a position, they are more likely to stay in the long term. This is because they’ll have a clear expectation of the working environment, and there will be less likelihood of a mismatch in values or work style.
- Employer Branding: Your job description is not only an invitation to potential candidates but also a reflection of your organisation. By including the company culture, you’re showcasing your company’s identity, values, and what sets you apart from others.
- Transparency: Including information about the company culture also shows transparency. Candidates appreciate knowing what kind of environment they’re walking into and this can significantly influence their decision to apply or accept a job offer.
However, it’s important to accurately portray your company culture in the job description. Overstating or misrepresenting your culture can lead to disappointment and high turnover when the job doesn’t meet candidates’ expectations.
Therefore, including a section on company culture in your job description – explaining things like values, work-life balance, team dynamics, growth opportunities, and how the company supports its employees – can be very beneficial. This information will help applicants understand what it’s truly like to work at your organisation and decide if it’s a good fit for them.
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PEEQ is a specialist HR Recruitment Agency based in London. We partner with CEOs and business leaders to recruit high calibre HR professionals aligned to their purpose, who take ownership of employee wellbeing and enable our clients to achieve their business goals.
Why Choose PEEQ HR Recruitment Agency?
The average fill rate amongst HR Recruitment Agencies is 46%, but at PEEQ our average fill rate sits above 90%, So you are twice as likely to make a hire if you choose PEEQ.
This is due to two reasons:
Firstly, we only partner with our clients on an exclusive basis, so we ‘own the responsibility’
Secondly, we don’t employ recruiters. Instead, we work with trusted and proven freelance HR recruiters, to hire for our clients.
We give them the tools and infrastructure to be successful, and the rest is down to their magic and experience. Our Associates are not employed by us and only get paid for making a successful hire.
This makes them incredibly tenacious and committed to finding the best talent, which is why our fill rate sits above 90%, compared to the industry average of 46%.
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