BGT section: Building a JD

What's the first step in hiring?

The first step is thoroughly understanding your hiring needs. If you and your team are not clear on all the aspects of the hire, then it's going to be a bad hire.

Building a JD is a good way to have that clarity and to also give candidates the clarity of what that role is.

A good JD is the first touchpoint with potential hires,

It builds trust, conveys your company’s mission, and paints a vivid picture of the role. Exceptional JDs not only attract quality candidates but also help filter out mismatched applicants, saving time and resources.

What is the JTBD of a Job Description?

The primary job-to-be-done (JTBD) of a JD is to:

• Clearly define the role’s expectations and contributions
• Inspire the right talent to apply by showcasing the role’s impact
• Provide candidates with enough context to visualize themselves in the position

Components of a JD that actually attracts talent:

Introduction about the Company:
The Company description should cover three things — about the product, the problem statement you are solving, and data points; revenue, funding and growth. Additionally, you can attach a product walkthrough or video to give clarity around what you are building. It's essential to build trust in the company and the work being done.

Founders and Team:
Share details about the leadership and team, emphasising their expertise and the value they bring.

Outcomes of the role:
A broad overview of the work they'll be doing, and the impact it'll have.

Skills Required:
Clearly list both technical and soft skills needed for success in the role.

30-60-90 Day Plan:
Provide a roadmap for the candidate’s first three months, focusing on measurable goals and support.

Interview Process Overview:
Share details on the number of rounds, focus areas, and interview panelists to set expectations.

In this section, you need to

Make a JD for the role you're hiring for.

Try to go into as much details as possible. This is one of the levers to improve the type of applications you receive.