--- title: Lucy Walker Recruitment | hiring process description: hiring process | Keep up to date with news, business updates and guidance on the recruitment market --- - [Upload CV](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/#) - [Work For Us](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/about-us/work-for-us/) - [Leeds : 0113 367 2880](tel:0113%20367%202880) - [Manchester : 0161 661 4421](tel:0161%20661%204421) [](https://www.facebook.com/LucyWalkerRecruitment/) [](https://twitter.com/lucywalkerrec) [](https://www.linkedin.com/company/lucy-walker-recruitment) [](https://www.instagram.com/lucy_walker_recruitment/) [](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-TzO-yhHVawy5g7_a2OcQw) [![Lucy Walker Recruitment](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/hubfs/Lucy%20Walker%20Recruitment%20January2018%20Theme/images/lwr-25th-anno.jpg)](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/) - [Home](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/) - [About Us](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/#) - [Our Story](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/about-us/our-story/) - [Our Services](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/about-us/services/) - [Visions & Values](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/about-us/visions-and-values/) - [LWR by Numbers](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/about-us/lwr-by-numbers/) - [Meet The Team](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/about-us/meet-the-team/) - [Work For Us](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/about-us/work-for-us/) - [Specialisms](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/#) - [View All](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/specialisms/) - [Customer Service](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/specialisms/customer-service/) - [Graduate](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/specialisms/graduate/) - [Human Resources](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/specialisms/human-resources/) - [Legal Services](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/specialisms/legal-services/) - [Management](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/specialisms/management/) - [Office Support](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/specialisms/office-support/) - [PA/EA](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/specialisms/pa-ea/) - [Sales & Marketing](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/specialisms/sales-marketing/) - [Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/specialisms/supply-chain/) - [Clients](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/#) - [How We Work](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/clients/) - [10 Reasons Why LWR](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/employers/10-reasons-why-lwr/) - [Engage](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/employers/engage/) - [Case Studies](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/clients/case-studies/) - [Testimonials](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/clients/testimonials/) - [Service Charter](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/clients/service-charter/) - [Downloads](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/clients/downloads/) - [Candidates](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/#) - [How We Work](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/candidates/) - [Testimonials](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/candidates/testimonials/) - [Service Charter](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/candidates/service-charter/) - [Downloads](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/candidates/downloads/) - [Refer a Friend](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/candidates/refer-a-friend/) - [Jobs](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/jobs/) - [Insights](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/#) - [Blog](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com) - [Reports & Guides](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/reports-guides/) - [Get in Touch](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/get-in-touch/) # hiring-process - [Home](https://www.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/) - hiring-process [![](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-06-17%20113344.jpg)](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/how-to-manage-staff-during-the-probationary-period) [](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/how-to-manage-staff-during-the-probationary-period) #### [How to Manage Staff during The Probationary Period](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/how-to-manage-staff-during-the-probationary-period) [hiring plan](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-plan), [staff retention](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/staff-retention), [hiring process](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-process), [hiring tips](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-tips) ## [How to Manage Staff during The Probationary Period](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/how-to-manage-staff-during-the-probationary-period) | ##### The probationary period is a critical phase for both employers and new hires. It’s a time for evaluation, adjustment, and mutual fit. However, if not managed well, employees may disengage or even leave before completing probation—costing time,\[...\] | | --- | By [Mark Woffenden](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/author/mark-woffenden) | Categories: [hiring plan](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-plan), [staff retention](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/staff-retention), [hiring process](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-process), [hiring tips](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-tips) | Comments Off [Read More](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/how-to-manage-staff-during-the-probationary-period) [![](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/hubfs/job%20description.jpg)](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/are-job-descriptions-still-important) [](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/are-job-descriptions-still-important) #### [Are Job Descriptions still an important Part of the Hiring Process?](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/are-job-descriptions-still-important) [hiring strategy](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-strategy), [new approach to hiring](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/new-approach-to-hiring), [hiring process](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-process) ## [Are Job Descriptions still an important Part of the Hiring Process?](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/are-job-descriptions-still-important) Job descriptions have long been considered a cornerstone of the hiring process. They have served historically as a blueprint for recruiters and candidates alike, outlining the skills, qualifications, and responsibilities required for a particular\[...\] By [Mark Woffenden](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/author/mark-woffenden) | Categories: [hiring strategy](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-strategy), [new approach to hiring](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/new-approach-to-hiring), [hiring process](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-process) | Comments Off [Read More](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/are-job-descriptions-still-important) [![](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/hubfs/experience-1.jpg)](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/the-importance-of-candidate-experience-and-how-to-improve-yours) [](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/the-importance-of-candidate-experience-and-how-to-improve-yours) #### [The Importance of Candidate Experience and How to improve Yours](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/the-importance-of-candidate-experience-and-how-to-improve-yours) [hiring mistakes](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-mistakes), [hiring strategy](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-strategy), [hiring plan](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-plan), [candidate attraction](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/candidate-attraction), [hiring process](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-process), [candidate experience](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/candidate-experience) ## [The Importance of Candidate Experience and How to improve Yours](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/the-importance-of-candidate-experience-and-how-to-improve-yours) In today's highly competitive job market, where talented individuals are often the most sought-after commodity,  the need to prioritise candidate experience has become paramount for organisations striving to attract and retain top talent. 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As organizations race to acquire top talent, it's crucial to understand and anticipate these issues to maintain a competitive edge. Here is a\[...\] By [Mark Woffenden](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/author/mark-woffenden) | Categories: [recruiting process](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/recruiting-process), [recruiting trends](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/recruiting-trends), [hiring process](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-process), [2024](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/2024) | Comments Off [Read More](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/10-recruiting-challenges-to-look-out-for-in-2024) - [1](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/tag/hiring-process/page/1) [![](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/hubfs/Subscribetoblog2.jpg)](https://info.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/blog-subscription-page) [![](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/hubfs/Latestsalaryguide.jpg)](https://info.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/salary-analysis-guide-2022) [![](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/hubfs/Latestmarkettends.jpg)](https://info.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/market-guide-2023) [![](https://blog.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/hubfs/JOBALERTS.jpg)](https://info.lucywalkerrecruitment.com/job-alert-subscription-page) [- Popular - 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