Yet a large pool of international talent already lives in the UK with permission to work.
This workshop helps hiring managers recognise hidden barriers and avoid missing out on talent that may already be on their doorstep.
Many international candidates already have permission to work in the UK. This includes-
Unlike candidates located overseas, these individuals do not require sponsorship.
Yet many organisations miss out on these talent pools because recruitment processes were designed for Brits, not for candidates from other cultures and languages.
Most recruitment systems were designed for candidates who-
This can disadvantage international applicants applying for all kinds of roles-
Candidates may have the practical skills needed for the job, but their English is not strong enough to get through the interview.
If the job role doesn’t require great English, why not use simpler English in your job ad, person spec and interview? We can help.
Candidates may have impressive careers in their home countries but struggle to explain their experience in a way that matches UK expectations.
They may speak English well enough to do a professional job, but the interview doesn’t capture their full capability.
"People with lived experience of migration very often struggle to secure work that is compatible with their skills and education level (despite often being highly skilled and more educated than UK born citizens)."
These barriers are rarely intentional — but they can prevent organisations from recognising capable candidates.
A culturally diverse workforce can:
Many organisations find that diversity improves both performance and workplace culture.
This practical workshop helps hiring managers view recruitment through the eyes of candidates from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
You will spot unnecessary barriers and discover small adjustments that will allow capable candidates to demonstrate their strengths.
The goal is not to lower standards.
It is to remove obstacles that prevent organisations from recruiting diverse teams.
“This course was very engaging. It was helpful to take a fresh look at the typical recruitment practices we use here in the UK and see them through the eyes of people who grew up overseas.”
During this online workshop you’ll learn the answers to these questions-
If you want to widen your talent pool and avoid missing capable candidates, this training is for you.
Book a workshop for your organisation or get in touch to discuss your recruitment challenges.
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