Free New Professional Employee Recruitment Checklist

Name: Free New Professional Employee Recruitment Checklist Template
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New Professional Employee Recruitment Checklist

Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]

Company: [YOUR COMPANY NAME]

Date: [DATE]

1. Define Role Requirements & Prepare Job Posting

Checklist Item	Completed	Notes
Identify job roles and department needs	Yes No
Define required qualifications, skills, and experience.	Yes No
Outline job responsibilities and expectations.	Yes No
Establish salary range and benefits package.	Yes No
Create a clear, detailed job description.	Yes No
Obtain necessary approvals for the job posting.	Yes No
Post job listings on the company website and relevant job boards.	Yes No
Promote role on social media and professional networks.	Yes No

Checklist Item	Completed	Notes
Review submitted applications and resumes	Yes No
Use an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to filter applications.	Yes No
Conduct initial phone screenings to assess interest and fit.	Yes No
Verify candidate availability and basic qualifications.	Yes No
Shortlist candidates for further evaluation	Yes No

Checklist Item	Completed	Notes
Schedule interviews with shortlisted candidates	Yes No
Prepare interview questions (technical, behavioral, situational)	Yes No
Confirm interview logistics (time, date, platform if virtual)	Yes No
Conduct interviews with hiring team members.	Yes No
Collect and document feedback from all interviewers.	Yes No
Evaluate candidates against predefined criteria.	Yes No
Make final decisions on top candidates for the role.	Yes No

Checklist Item	Completed	Notes
Prepare and extend a job offer to the selected candidate	Yes No
Negotiate offer terms, if necessary.	Yes No
Conduct background checks and verify references.	Yes No
Confirm the start date and onboarding schedule with the candidate.	Yes No
Finalize all offer paperwork and provide necessary documents.	Yes No

Checklist Item	Completed	Notes
Schedule new hires’ orientation and training sessions	Yes No
Prepare new hire’s workspace and equipment (laptop, phone, etc.)	Yes No
Set up necessary accounts and systems access.	Yes No
Assign a mentor or buddy for the new hire	Yes No
Plan introductory meetings with the team and key stakeholders.	Yes No
Provide new hires with an onboarding checklist and resources.	Yes No
Conduct first-day orientation and company overview	Yes No