Hiring temporary HR talent doesn’t have to be a scramble. Here’s what you need to make it smooth, fast, and effective.
When to consider temp support:
Parental leave cover: Ensure continuity without overloading remaining team members.
Unexpected resignations: Avoid panic hiring and keep critical functions moving.
Change management projects: Manage transformation without risking burnout.
End-of-year burnout signs: Help your team finish strong.
Long hiring lead times for perm roles: Temporary support keeps business as usual flowing.
What to include in your brief:
A strong brief helps your recruitment partner move quickly and accurately. Be sure to cover:
Must-have skills or systems experience (e.g. Workday, ER, change comms)
Team culture and pace (e.g. fast-moving, highly collaborative, remote-first)
Workload and project context (e.g. BAU vs transformation support)
Duration and flexibility (e.g. minimum 2 months, potential to extend)
Onboarding your temp well:
A good onboarding experience leads to faster impact and stronger results. We recommend:
Assigning a buddy or go-to person for questions
Sharing informal norms like meeting rhythms and communication style
Setting clear expectations and goals from Day 1
Tip: Treat them like a permanent hire, even if they’re not. The better the experience, the bigger the impact.
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