After the holidays, September brings a shift in energy. It’s a time when routines return, teams refocus and plans for Q4 take shape. For many SMEs, it’s also the ideal time to reflect on recruitment performance and make changes before the end-of-year rush. 

If your hiring efforts have been reactive or inconsistent, now is the time to reset and build a more proactive recruitment strategy. 

Review what’s worked (and what hasn’t) 

Have you struggled to find the right candidates? 

Have you spent hours sifting through CVs on Indeed?  

Take time to review which methods brought in quality hires and which didn’t. 

Reassess your hiring needs 

Are there upcoming vacancies or growth plans that need attention?  

Think ahead to avoid last-minute panic hiring.  

It’s also a great time to look at team structure and future skill gaps. 

Improve the candidate experience 

The market remains competitive. Make sure your application process is simple, communication is clear, and candidates feel valued.  

This can significantly impact your ability to attract and retain talent. 

Update Job Descriptions and Adverts 

Roles evolve, so make sure your job descriptions reflect current responsibilities and appeal to your ideal candidate.  

A well-written advert can attract higher quality applicants and save time down the line. 

Consider extra support 

If recruitment has taken up too much of your time or hasn’t delivered the results you hoped for, it may be worth partnering with a recruitment company.  

Whether it’s full support or help with advertising and screening, a little external help can go a long way. 

Final Thoughts

September is the perfect opportunity to reset your recruitment strategy. With a few small changes, you can avoid last-minute recruitment stress and build a stronger team before the year ends. 

If you're ready to take a more structured approach to hiring, we're here to help. Get in touch to chat through your plans and see how we can support your recruitment goals for the months ahead.