However, while there is openness to remote hiring, only a fifth (20%) of employers agree that virtual interviews are the most effective way of identifying the best professional for a job. Lucy Bisset, Senior Director – at Robert Walters North, comments, "Before the pandemic, virtual hiring was only used in rare cases, such as for remote roles or positions based in different countries.
However, while there is openness to remote hiring, only a fifth (20%) of employers agree that virtual interviews are the most effective way of identifying the best professional for a job.
Lucy Bisset, Senior Director – at Robert Walters North, comments, "Before the pandemic, virtual hiring was only used in rare cases, such as for remote roles or positions based in different countries.
Today, despite doubts over the overall effectiveness of virtual interviews, four out of ten employers say they would hire someone they hadn't met in person.
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However, while there is openness to remote hiring, only a fifth (20%) of employers agree that virtual interviews are the most effective way of identifying the best professional for a job. Lucy Bisset, Senior Director – at Robert Walters North, comments, "Before the pandemic, virtual hiring was only used in rare cases, such as for remote roles or positions based in different countries. Today, despite doubts over the overall effectiveness of virtual interviews, four out of ten employers say they would hire someone they hadn't met in person.
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