Good practice: Recruitment selection techniques

The latest addition to the Good practice manual provides guidance on the range of selection techniques that employers can use to recruit employees.

There is no "one-size-fits-all" solution to selection and employers should choose the combination of selection tools most appropriate for the role. Using the most effective selection methods for each vacancy will help the employer to hire the best person for the job and ensure the most cost-effective use of the recruitment budget.

• Recruitment selection techniques The guidance examines the range of selection tools available to employers, as well as self-selection by applicants, competency-based selection and equal opportunities in selection.