Explore Amazon's Employee Referral Process, an efficient workflow for identifying, recruiting, and hiring potential candidates from your existing network.
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Identify suitable candidate within your network
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Discuss opportunity with the candidate
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Approval: Candidate Willingness
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Obtain candidate's resume
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Submit candidate's resume into referral system
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Fill out necessary information in referral form
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Submit referral form into system
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Notification of receipt sent to referrer
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Recruiter reviews referral
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Approval: Recruiter Review
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Schedule initial interview with candidate
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Conduct initial interview
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Hiring team reviews interview feedback
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Approval: Hiring Team Review
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Continue with hiring process if approved
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Notification of referral status sent to referrer
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If hired, process referral bonus
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Send formal offer letter to candidate
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Candidate accepts offer
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Commence onboarding process
Identify suitable candidate within your network
Think about your network and any individuals who may be a good fit for the position. Consider people you've worked with in the past, friends, or acquaintances. Who do you think is a suitable candidate? How can you leverage your connections to find the right person? Remember, your recommendation can have a big impact on the hiring process.
Discuss opportunity with the candidate
Once you have identified a potential candidate, reach out to them to discuss the opportunity. Highlight the benefits of the position and why you think they would be a good fit. Encourage them to apply and provide any additional information they may need. What can you say to convince the candidate to consider the role?
Approval: Candidate Willingness
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Discuss opportunity with the candidate
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Obtain candidate's resume
Ask the candidate to provide their resume so that you have a better understanding of their qualifications and experience. Make sure the resume includes relevant information for the position they are applying to. What are the key details you need to look for in the resume?
Submit candidate's resume into referral system
Once you have obtained the candidate's resume, submit it into the referral system for consideration. This will ensure that the candidate's information is properly logged and reviewed by the recruitment team. Where should you submit the resume?
Fill out necessary information in referral form
Complete the referral form with the relevant information about the candidate. This will help the recruitment team assess the candidate's fit for the position and track the referral progress. What information do you need to provide in the form?
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Company Website
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Employee Referral Program
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Job Board
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Social Media
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Other
Submit referral form into system
After filling out the necessary information in the referral form, submit it into the system for processing. This will ensure that the recruitment team can review and evaluate the candidate's application. Where should you submit the form?
Notification of receipt sent to referrer
After submitting the referral form, a notification of receipt will be sent to the referrer to acknowledge the submission. This will let the referrer know that their referral has been received and is being reviewed. What should the notification message include?
Referral Receipt Notification
Recruiter reviews referral
Once the referral form has been submitted, the recruiter will review the candidate's application and determine if they should proceed with the hiring process. The recruiter will assess the candidate's qualifications, experience, and fit for the position. What factors will the recruiter consider in their review?
Approval: Recruiter Review
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Recruiter reviews referral
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Schedule initial interview with candidate
If the recruiter finds the candidate's application suitable, they will schedule an initial interview to further evaluate the candidate's qualifications and fit for the role. The interview should be conducted in a professional and structured manner. When and where should the initial interview take place?
Conduct initial interview
During the initial interview, assess the candidate's skills, experience, and cultural fit. Ask relevant questions and provide the candidate with an opportunity to ask questions as well. Rate the candidate's responses and overall impression. What questions should you ask during the initial interview?
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Excellent
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Good
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Average
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Below Average
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Poor
Hiring team reviews interview feedback
After conducting the initial interview, share the interview feedback with the hiring team for their review. The hiring team will assess the candidate's qualifications, interview performance, and fit for the role. They will provide their input and decision on whether to continue with the hiring process. What factors will the hiring team consider in their review?
Approval: Hiring Team Review
Will be submitted for approval:
Hiring team reviews interview feedback
Will be submitted
Continue with hiring process if approved
If the hiring team approves the candidate, continue with the hiring process. Coordinate with the necessary stakeholders to move forward with next steps, such as additional interviews, assessments, or background checks. What are the next steps in the hiring process?
Notification of referral status sent to referrer
After the hiring team decides to continue with the candidate, a notification of referral status will be sent to the referrer. This will update the referrer on the progress of their referral. What should the notification message include?
Referral Status Update
If hired, process referral bonus
If the candidate is successfully hired, process the referral bonus for the referrer. Ensure all necessary documentation and approvals are obtained. How will the referral bonus be processed?
Send formal offer letter to candidate
If the candidate accepts the offer, send them a formal offer letter outlining the terms and conditions of employment. The offer letter should be clear, concise, and accurate. What should the formal offer letter include?
Candidate accepts offer
Once the candidate has accepted the offer, confirm their acceptance and provide them with any additional information they may need. Make them feel welcome and address any concerns or questions they may have. What should be included in the acceptance confirmation message?
Offer Acceptance Confirmation
Commence onboarding process
Once the candidate has accepted the offer, commence the onboarding process. Provide them with the necessary information, paperwork, and resources they need to get started. How should the onboarding process be initiated?