Recruitment Process Checklist

A structured hiring process that reduces bias and speeds up decisions.

Checklist steps

  1. Sign off the role and budget

    Headcount approved before advertising.

  2. Write the job description and scorecard

    Outcomes and competencies, not a wish list.

  3. Advertise and source

    Job boards, referrals and direct outreach.

  4. Screen against the scorecard

    Same questions and scoring for every candidate.

  5. Run structured interviews

    Panel briefed, questions agreed, notes recorded.

  6. Take references and checks

    Right to work and role-specific checks.

  7. Make the offer and close

    Verbal then written same day. Keep in touch until start.

Frequently asked questions

How long does this take?

Around 435 minutes end to end once the team knows the steps. Times per step are listed above.

Can I edit this checklist?

Yes. Save it to LemPlates and you can add, remove or reorder steps, assign owners and set due dates.

How often should this be run?

Run it every time the process happens and review the steps at least every six months.