The Smart CV – what is it and how can it help?

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If you are looking for a way to improve your talent acquisition services in Hong Kong, you might want to consider using a smart CV. A smart CV is a digital resume that showcases the skills, achievements, and personality of candidates in an interactive and engaging way. It can help you stand out from the crowd if you are looking for a new job and if you are an employer studies show it reduces time to hire by up to 40%.

In this blog post, we will explain what a smart CV is, how it benefits both recruiters and job seekers, and how you can create or receive on with ease

What is a smart CV?

A smart CV, also known as a digital CV, is a cutting-edge resume that harnesses technology to benefit both candidate and employers. For a job seeker, The Smart CV can elevate your personal brand and accentuate your unique value proposition. For our clients, The Smart CV helps to dramatically shorten their recruitment cycle whilst also improving job fit. By lowering bias The Smart CV is embraced by corporations with a strong DEI mission who are looking to elevate the creative capital of their workforce.

To delve deeper into this concept and explore the myriad possibilities, check out platforms like Hired & VisualCV, both platforms doing interesting work to bring candidates to life through CVs and connectivity. HR Tech International is the Hong Kong home grown tech hub that HKHR utilises for their CV and they cotinue to progress rapidly in the recruitment tech sphere. – A leader in innovative recruitment solutions: www.hrtechintl.com

From the perspective of HKHR Recruitment – Our definition of The Smart CV is : –

• A trilingual video introduction showcasing personality communication skills.
• AI driven insights into English language ability, both verbal and written
• A comprehensive skills overview in translation between English, Cantonese & Mandarin (written)
• A perceptive personality test that unveils strengths, core values, and distinctive work style.
• Customizable skills & Job based behavioral and situational insights by design

Remember, a smart CV transcends conventional documentation; it metamorphoses into an interactive and dynamic narrative, vividly articulating your journey and underscoring your potential. To embark on this transformative journey, consider engaging with these progressive platforms and witness the future of CV presentation and personal branding.

How does a smart CV benefit recruiters and job seekers?

A smart CV can benefit both recruiters and job seekers in several ways:

• It saves time and resources. A smart CV can streamline the screening and hiring process by providing relevant and reliable information at a glance. Recruiters can quickly identify the most suitable candidates for their clients without having to sift through piles of resumes or conduct lengthy interviews. Job seekers can also save time and effort by creating one smart CV that can be easily customized and shared with multiple employers.
• It increases engagement and retention. A smart CV can capture the attention and interest of both recruiters and job seekers by offering a unique and memorable experience. Recruiters can get to know the candidates better and build rapport with them through video, audio, or chat features. Job seekers can also showcase their personality and passion and express their interest in the company or role.
• It improves matching and fit. A smart CV can help recruiters and job seekers find the best match for their needs and preferences. Recruiters can use data-driven insights from the smart CV to assess the candidates’ skills, personality, and culture fit. Job seekers can also use the smart CV to research the company, the role, and the expectations before applying or accepting an offer.

How to Create a Smart CV with HKHR

If you want to create a smart CV with us at HKHR it is very easy and convenient.

For Clients

Existing Clients:

Existing clients of our talent acquisition services automatically receive a smart CV along with the traditional CV once our candidates have given us permission to present them. This Smart CV comes at no extra cost, and no cost at all unless we successfully place a candidate with you. As a contingency Recruitment agents, we charge in the same way as our competitors but have The Smart CV as an additional service to streamline your recruitment cycle.

New Clients

If you are a new client, feel free to check out more information on our technology at our website www.hkhr.asia or our sister company www.hrtechtintl.com. It is very simple to engage our services, just email sarah@hkhr.asia with the subject “Service Enquiry” and one of our senior consultants will get back to you to answer any questions you have

For candidates

For existing candidates you are welcome to update your Smart CV at any time but it is not necessary. Just drop your dedicated team a whatsapp or email us at hello@HKHR.Asia and for those of you who have not yet joined our candidate community below is a step by step guide for how to create a smart CV

Step by Step Guide for Candidates:

• Visit the HKHR website at wwww.hkhr.asia and our sister website www.hrtechintl.com to check out both our job and our technology
• Follow our HKHR Linked Page & Our Founder to learn more about our progressive approach to Recruitment in Hong Kong and our mission to improve the process for all
• Send your CV to Hello@HKHR.Asia where one of our trusted candidate community coordinators will send you a secure booking link where you can book in to register at your convenience
• Attend our office for an interview via Bertha or Doris – our respected automated interviewers. You can learn more about the origination of their names here
• Conduct a low biased and fair hrPOD interview that will take about 30 minutes – no preparation is needed – just turn up and be yourself, that the only version we are interested in
• Thats it ! You are now up and registered with us and you will received a whatsapp from us matching you with the jobs at hand

Conclusion

A smart CV is a powerful tool that can boost your talent acquisition services in Hong Kong. It can help you save time and resources, increase engagement and retention, improve matching and fit, and ultimately attract the best talent for your clients.

If you want to learn more about how to create a smart CV or how to use it effectively for your recruitment business, feel free to contact us at sarah@hkhr.asia and check out more Smart CV info on our website at www.hkhr.asia. We are a leading recruitment company in Hong Kong that offers innovative solutions for talent acquisition services in Hong Kong.