
How to get the right talent in the right roles
Building high-performing teams is the backbone of any successful business. Achieving this goal requires more than just hiring skilled individuals; it requires a strategic approach to resourcing that aligns your workforce with your business objectives. Whether you’re launching new products, expanding into new markets, or enhancing operational capacity, having the right talent in the right roles is crucial. Here are the key steps to help you plan and execute a resourcing strategy that supports the creation of high-performing teams.
1. Assess Current and Future Business Goals
The first step in building high-performing teams is understanding your company’s strategic direction. What are your goals for the year? Are you focusing on expanding your product line, exploring new markets, or scaling operations? Your business objectives will dictate the skills, roles, and headcount needed to meet these goals. Aligning your resourcing plan with these objectives ensures you’re building teams that can meet challenges head-on and drive the business forward.
2. Evaluate Your Current Workforce
Once you have a clear understanding of your business goals, the next step is to assess the current talent within your organisation. Conduct a skills gap analysis to identify areas where your team may lack critical expertise. Review performance to spot areas of underutilisation or potential inefficiencies. By recognising strengths and weaknesses within your existing teams, you can make more informed decisions about where to focus your hiring efforts.
3. Forecast Hiring Needs
With clear business goals and an understanding of your current workforce, you can begin to forecast your hiring needs. Think ahead about the number and type of roles that will be required to support anticipated growth. Consider the impact of staff turnover, retirements, and potential seasonal or project-based needs. Forecasting your hiring needs ensures that you don’t face resource gaps at crucial moments and that your teams can remain high-performing even as your business evolves.
4. Develop a Resourcing Budget
Building high-performing teams requires investment. Allocate a resourcing budget that includes recruitment costs, salaries, benefits, and training. When planning your budget, ensure your compensation packages are competitive by conducting competitive benchmarking. Please see our 2025 East Midland’s Salary Survey to help with this. Attractive salaries and benefits are essential to attract top talent. Moreover, a well-thought-out budget helps you optimise your resourcing strategy without overspending, ensuring you have the resources to build and maintain high-performing teams.
5. Align Your Recruitment Strategy with Business Needs
Having a clear resourcing budget and hiring forecast is only the beginning. The next step is ensuring your recruitment strategy aligns with your business needs. Identify the most effective channels for sourcing talent, whether through online platforms, recruitment agencies, or internal referrals. Deciding on a mix of permanent, temporary, or contract hires will also provide the flexibility needed to build high-performing teams that are responsive to changing business priorities.
6. Build a Talent Pipeline
To consistently build high-performing teams, you need to start engaging with talent early. Building a robust talent pipeline helps you attract top candidates before you need them. Network proactively, offer internships, and attend industry events to strengthen your employer brand. A strong pipeline also ensures you always have access to skilled candidates, preventing delays in hiring and enabling you to build teams that are ready to take on new challenges.
7. Prioritise Diversity and Inclusion
A critical factor in building high-performing teams is ensuring diversity and inclusion. Diverse teams bring a wealth of perspectives, skills, and experiences, which often results in more creative problem-solving and better decision-making. Review your recruitment processes to ensure they are inclusive and appeal to a wide range of candidates. Set measurable diversity goals and track your progress. An inclusive approach will not only enhance your team’s performance but will also positively impact your company’s reputation and ability to attract high-quality talent.
8. Plan for Employee Development and Retention
Building high-performing teams isn’t just about hiring the right people; it’s also about retaining and developing your current workforce. Invest in training and development opportunities to upskill your employees. Create clear career progression paths and foster a culture that supports learning and growth. High-performing teams are often made up of employees who feel engaged, valued, and supported in their career development. By focusing on retention, you’ll build a team that’s not only skilled but also loyal and motivated to contribute to the company’s long-term success.
9. Implement Effective Interviewing and Onboarding Practices
Effective hiring practices are crucial for building high-performing teams. Ensure that your interviews are structured and inclusive to identify candidates who possess the skills you need while also aligning with your company values. A strong onboarding process helps new hires quickly integrate into the team and begin contributing from day one. Take a look at our onboarding tips here. Providing the right training and resources in the first few weeks sets your employees up for success and boosts their long-term engagement and productivity. Check out our 15 Tips for Creating an Effective Interview and Onboarding Checklist to streamline your hiring process and build high-performing teams with ease
10. Monitor and Adjust Your Strategy
Lastly, remember that building high-performing teams is an ongoing process. Your resourcing strategy should be continuously monitored and adjusted to meet changing business needs. Regularly review key metrics like time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, and employee retention rates to evaluate the success of your strategy. By staying flexible and open to adjustments, you can ensure that your teams remain high-performing and aligned with your evolving business goals.
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