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Employee Story – Peter Shares his Experience Working for Hudson RPO

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Employee Story – Peter Shares his Experience Working for Hudson RPO

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Peter Doku joined Hudson RPO as a Recruiter working within the Tampa Center of Excellence working for one of our Pharmaceutical clients, Bausch and Lomb. He is an integral part of the Hudson RPO team as well as the internal hiring team at Bausch and Lomb. Peter, who identifies as Ghanaian, was inspired by Black History Month to share his journey and give advice to those looking to building meaningful careers.

What kinds of resources have you taken advantage of while on our team?

When it comes to sourcing and recruiting, trends are changing fast. For Peter, he values the learning opportunities provided to all employees through Hudson RPO’s partnership with SocialTalent – the world’s leading e-learning platform dedicated to improving the hiring process. Peter said, “SocialTalent has taught me to how to use new and improved recruiting technology that we have access to and provides resources on inclusivity during this hiring process.” He enjoys being able to learn on his own time and working for an organization that promotes learning and development.

What has your experience been with the Hudson RPO company culture?

While looking for a new career, Peter was drawn to organizations that appreciate all cultures, diverse backgrounds, and varying experiences. Peter shared “seeing black and brown faces, especially in leadership, is motivating and inspiring for me. Hudson RPO encourages women in leadership, diversity and inclusion, and internally celebrates Black History Month, International Women’s Day and more.” He loves that Hudson RPO creates a community for all and appreciates that managers are interested in learning about all teammates on a personal level, rather than limiting conversation to work.

What is your experience working in RPO?

“Working in an RPO model is unique” Peter says. “It is the best work experience I’ve ever had. I am able to feel a part of the Hudson RPO team as well as my client’s internal recruitment team.” Because of the nature of a close relationship with the client, Peter values this partnership deeply because it allows him to succeed in his role. He understands clearly what a “good candidate” looks like to the hiring manager and has in depth knowledge of the internal talent acquisition process compared to previous staffing agency positions where he was jumping from several clients at once.  

Which benefits are your favorite and why?

For Peter, one of the biggest reasons that he decided to join Hudson RPO was the work/life balance and the fact that the organization prioritizes mental health and wellness. Peter said “Hudson RPO recognizes hard work but they also emphasize enjoying the work you do. That energizes me to put forth my best work and has made me feel appreciated since day one.” During his free time, Peter says he “likes to listen to Jay Z, watch the Ravens play, and enjoy time with my family and two dogs.” With a flexible work schedule, he is easily able to fit this into his day.

Peter relaxing with his dog
Work/life balance at Hudson RPO is vital for Peter

Flexibility and creating a culture that celebrates differences is at the core of our business. For Peter, working for Hudson RPO is about feeling included, promoting DE&I, and balancing family time and work. Of course, everyone’s situation is different, but if you are looking for flexibility and a place to thrive, read more about life at Hudson RPO, or check out our current job opportunities. 

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Are you prepared to hire the best talent? Answer these 5 questions to find out.

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Are you prepared to hire the best talent? Answer these 5 questions to find out.

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Last week we shared 10 recruitment trends for 2022. We explained how the competition for talent is not showing any signs of slowing down. Candidates hold the cards, and organizations must execute a recruitment strategy that will cut through an already saturated market to attract and engage talent. Are you equipped to enter the race for talent? Answer these 5 questions to find out:

1. How do your benefits and working arrangements compare to the market?

The vast majority of jobseekers are looking for a flexible working arrangement. Every organization has a different definition for flexible working, so make sure candidates understand what this entails for your business. Not every company is able to offer flexible working arrangements, depending on the industry and nature of work. Other benefits like wellbeing offerings, financial benefits, and internal employee programs can be relevant and should be advertised throughout.

2. Are you offering insight into your company culture?

Organizational culture is the cornerstone of an employer brand. In fact, LinkedIn recently identified that globally, 40% of professionals identified colleagues and culture as their top priority when considering a new job.

It is key to invest in employer branding as organizations grapple with the challenges of a talent short market and changing candidate attitudes. These strategies should focus on leveraging current employees as brand advocates, recognition programs, and initiatives to bolster employee retention.

3. Do you have the talent mapping and L&D programmes in place to fill roles by developing and reskilling talent?

What initially began as a response to the pandemic has resulted in companies embracing the talent within and the corresponding benefits of appointing internal candidates to fill talent gaps in a competitive market. Across our EMEA client solutions, we have seen employee referrals as a source of hire double between 2020 and 2021.

In a shortage of newly available talent, it is worth considering where talent can be trained, developed, and reskilled. The largest pool of readily available talent might already work in your organization. In other cases, talent that is interested in working for you, but doesn’t tick all the boxes on the list of requirements, could be trained on the job.

4. Is your social media recruitment strategy up to date with the latest trends?

The realm of social media changes quickly, as do the platforms that recruitment functions need to have a presence on. Social media users continue to share the experiences they have with their employers, calling out their interview processes, employee experiences and commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility. Social media is such a powerful tool in your recruitment strategy and whilst organizations need to be aware of the pitfalls and potential risks, a digital and social strategy should play a key role in attracting, engaging, and retaining talent. More and more, the conversation is led by social media users sharing their experiences, so focus attention on bringing positive employee stories to the forefront.

5. How are you demonstrating your commitment to DE&I to current and future employees?

DE&I has long been on the agenda for recruitment teams. Recent research by the DMCG shows just how important DE&I continues to be for candidates. Over half of candidates state they would consider looking for a new job if their employer did not demonstrate a commitment to DE&I.

Additionally, candidates are most likely to take into account employee experiences and by assessing whether or not an organization has diverse management, as opposed to solely relying on broad DE & I statement across the recruitment journey. Though statements are an important first step, actions and lived experiences make a real difference.

Next Steps

Have you identified one or more areas of improvement in your recruitment strategy? An RPO partner can help you analyse, improve, and implement changes to your hiring strategy in scalable solutions that are tailored to your organization. Are you ready to enter the race for talent? Get in touch today.

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The Hudson RPO Content Team is made up of experts within the Talent Acquisition industry across the Americas, EMEA and APAC regions. They provide educational and critical business insights in the form of research reports, articles, news, videos, podcasts, and more. The team ensures high-quality content that helps all readers make talent decisions with confidence.

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