In this podcast episode, the host interviews James Lafferty, Vice President of Global Talent Acquisition at Epicor, to discuss the shift from transactional to transformational recruiting. Lafferty shares insights on focusing on business outcomes, refining hiring requirements, and using data in recruiting strategies. He explains the differences between transactional and transformational recruiting, emphasizing proactive engagement in business decisions, and discusses Epicor's global presence and talent acquisition strategies. The episode explores the significance of engaging with hiring managers early in the recruitment process, akin to cybersecurity's 'shifting left' principle, to align talent acquisition with business goals better. Lafferty also delves into managing hiring manager expectations, the role of data in supporting recruitment decisions, and fostering a culture of recruitment within organizations. The discussion includes strategies for communicating effectively with hiring managers and empowering recruitment teams to be more independent and strategic.

Highlights:

01:36 The Journey from Transactional to Transformational Recruiting

05:42 Shifting Left: Engaging Early in the Business Process

17:01 The Hiring Manager Maturity Model: A Guide to Effective Recruitment

20:06 Leveraging Data in Recruitment: Strategies and Challenges

22:53 Empowering Recruiters: Coaching for Confidence and Independence

Guest:

James Lafferty is originally from the UK and now lives in Austin, Texas having moved in 2015. James is the VP of Global Talent Acquisition at Epicor Software, a 4,600-person Software company. James is responsible for the strategy and operations of Epicor’s talent acquisition teams. The position oversees global Talent Acquisition, Executive Recruiting, Talent Operations, Employer Branding, Global Mobility, and University Recruiting Teams worldwide.

 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslafferty/