So you have a Job Description sorted now you need to know what type of person you need. A Person Specification is a great tool for deciding person fit and is useful for potential candidates to see if they are the right person for the role.
1. Decide on what level of schooling the candidate will need to have – then ask yourself is it essential or desirable? Do you need a graduate with a specific degree?
2. Is a professional qualification needed and if so to what level, and are you prepared to support study both financially and with time off for study and exams?
3. How many years experience the ideal candidate would have.
4. Does the role require industry/role specific experience or is there the possibility of transferable skills from other industries/roles? If so, what would they be?
5. Does the role involve specific competencies for example:
- Leadership
- Time management
- Relationship building skills
- Negotiation
- Analytical
- Presenting and Communicating
- Planning and Organisation
6. What systems and IT skill level will they need to have?
7. What type of person will actually fit into the team? Personality is a key factor as one person can change the entire dynamic of a team. This can have both a positive and negative impact on your business, so it is a crucial decision.
8. How much training are you able and prepared to do for the right person?
9. Where will the role be heading? Do you need someone who is keen to move upwards or someone who will stay in the role for some time.
10. Bullet point where possible and put it into a clear, easy to understand format.
Next week look out for our Top 10 Tips for Interviewing…
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