Talent Acquisition Test

When looking to fill a talent acquisition position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A talent acquisition skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a talent acquisition skills test?

    Talent acquisition is the team responsible for finding the best candidates for their company. This could focus on identifying specialists or leaders within a specific field. To do this they must have specific skills to be able to identify the right people.

    A talent acquisition skills test is a simple test that assesses the specific skills needed to work in talent acquisition such as software skills, communication and problem solving.

    The skills test is made up of multiple-choice questions set around specific scenarios seen regularly within talent acquisition.

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  1. What is a talent acquisition skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the talent acquisition skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures talent acquisition skills
  4. Talent Acquisition Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the talent acquisition skills test for pre-screening?

    The talent acquisition skills test is a useful tool to use within the hiring process, especially during pre-screening. By identifying the strongest candidates in the early stages, only the most qualified will progress ensuring a time-efficient approach for the company and the candidates.

    The skills test can be completed anywhere at any time as long as the candidates have an internet connection. Not needing office space is a financially efficient outcome for the company.

    The test assesses and focuses on a range of skills that are needed for specific roles within talent acquisition. These skills include communication, leadership and problem solving.

    As Well as the skills mentioned above, software skills are essential for the role. Softwares such as Google Cloud, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint are just a few of the skills which are tested.

    The talent acquisition skills test also ensures that hiring bias is kept to a minimum as the results from the test are reviewed without any additional information including personal data. This ensures a company cannot make a decision on a candidate's personal information, but only on the test results.

    The test could be used for other roles such as human resources and job recruiter.

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How our test measures talent acquisition skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a talent acquisition specialist were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our talent acquisition test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Talent Acquisition Test FAQs

What are the key skills in talent acquisition?

There are a range of key skills in talent acquisition including mostly soft skills and software skills. These skills include but are not restricted to, communication, teamwork and adaptability. The software skills which are crucial include Microsoft Excel and Google Cloud.

How can I assess candidates’ personality traits?

Assessing a candidate’s personality test is straightforward by using a Hexaco personality test. It assesses both a candidate’s traits and their behavioral tendencies. This is a great and efficient way of having a whole understanding of the traits.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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