The global pandemic has changed the way we do business. It has brought uncertainty at first, but later it has also brought clarity around work practices. Businesses had no other choice but to obtain skills on how to adapt to a constantly changing environment. And the same applies to jobseekers, who continuously have to evolve in a more and more competitive job market.

In an ever changing job market how can you as an employer or employee keep up? Well, we will find out in this article.
There are several trends in the job market that have arisen as a result of the pandemic. And one significant trend that the pandemic has brought about is virtual hiring. In a world where social distancing and travel restrictions have become standard, businesses had to rethink their whole business model - including their job recruitment process. That is when virtual recruitment has started to play a pivotal role.
Later in this article, I will tell you about one specific business that is taking virtual recruitment to the next level. Whether you are an employer or jobseeker, you will want to hear about that. Trust me, it will blow your mind.
But first, let’s see what the shift from the traditional recruitment process to virtual recruitment means for the modern job market. As we look back onto the year 2020, one thing becomes clear: The trend of virtually recruiting is here to stay in 2021 and beyond.
In fact, more than 78 percent of talent professionals agree that employers will continue to virtually recruit post-covid and 72 percent will consider it to become the new norm.
But, what is it that makes virtual recruitment so good? Let’s dive into the benefits of virtual recruitment and highlight the opportunities it brings for both employers and jobseekers.

What is Virtual Recruiting

Traditionally, when employers are looking to hire new staff they write a job description and publish a job ad online. Once job applications and cover letters start to fly in, employers will filter through hundreds of applicants, choosing only a handful of applicants to stay in the run for the job. These applicants will be invited for a face-to-face interview so employers can get to know the applicant better and make a decision on who is the perfect fit.
As previously mentioned the pandemic has put a stop to close contact interactions, introducing virtual recruiting. What does it mean exactly?
Basically, the initial recruitment process stays the same: Employers are looking for staff, write a job description, publish a job ad and the applications start to roll in. But when it comes to interviewing applicants, employers will invite applicants to a virtual interview rather than getting them to come into the office.

Benefits of Virtual Recruiting

This new method of hiring new staff brings benefits for both the employer and the jobseeker. Let’s see how it benefits each side.

Benefits for the Employer

The ability to record the interview is probably the main benefit that virtual recruitment brings for employers. Employers don’t have to take notes anymore during an interview as they can simply review a recording if need be. Additionally, it is much easier to fairly compare applicants as employers can replay answers to specific questions.

Benefits For the Jobseeker

Flexibility is the major benefit it brings for jobseekers. Applicants are able to better find a time and day that suits to attend the virtual interview and can simply attend from the comfort of their home. It may also benefit the jobseeker in terms of being able to better present themselves as a familiar environment like their home would boost their confidence.
Don’t get me wrong, virtual recruitment also has its flaws. Even though it comes with some benefits, it still doesn’t solve the issue of the dragging job process that is happening before it even comes to the interview. This process involves time, effort and money, for both employers and jobseekers.
But hang on, there is light at the end of the tunnel...

The New Kids On The Block

Now, as promised I want to tell you about one specific company that has recognised the opportunities and threats of the modern job market and has taken the trend of virtual recruitment to the next level: Bosware Recruit. Oh yeah, that’s us!
Welcome to Bosware Recruit, the first ever company that has created an “instant job market”. What we mean by that is that we offer you an online recruitment platform allowing you to find your perfect match in an instant. Basically, we cut out all the annoying bits and pieces of a tedious recruitment process and make things easier for both the employer and jobseeker.

How does it work?

The platform uses a uniquely designed algorithm that matches the perfect employer with the perfect candidate. With that being said, the job will come to the jobseeker from now on and employers don’t have to worry about filtering through unfit applicants anymore.

What does that mean for you?

Jobseekers fill in one application only and upload a quick video intro or one-way video interview - and that’s it! Our digital resume builder automatically pre-fills applications with your information, saving you from writing hundreds of applications and cover letters. Also, uploading a video of yourself gives you the opportunity to present yourself visually and bring across your personality.
For employers, the recruitment process has just become fun! With us, hiring new staff doesn’t have to be a tedious struggle anymore. Forget about wasting valuable time by filtering through hundreds of applications. Forget about paying a job platform to display one job ad only. At Bosware Recruit, you can search as many positions as you like for the cost of just one. Sounds good doesn’t it?! We also fast track the application process by showing you relevant candidates that match your job requirements.

Wrapping it up, we are here to put a spring in the modern job market. Our mission is to help both employers and jobseekers by making the job process much easier and much more efficient.

Interested? Check out our website here! www.bosware.com