Supporting recruitment through understanding and collaboration
Since 2018, Rise HR has provided dedicated HR support to Museum of East Dorset (MED), with recruitment remaining a key area of our ongoing partnership.
Over the years, we have developed a strong understanding of MED’s culture, team dynamics, and recruitment requirements. Our HR Administrator, Alice Scribbins has been the key recruitment resource for MED for the last 5 years, her knowledge of the organisation and their expectations means she can identify candidates who not only meet the technical requirements of a role, but who are also the right fit for the organisation and wider team.
As the first point of contact for potential employees, we recognise the importance of creating a positive and professional candidate experience from the outset. Acting on behalf of MED, we ensure candidates receive clear communication, support and a strong first impression of the organisation throughout the recruitment process.
Providing end-to-end recruitment support
We support MED through every stage of the recruitment process, including (and not limited to):
- Initial discussions with hiring managers
- Reviewing job descriptions and person specifications
- Creating and managing job adverts
- Shortlisting applications
- Conducting telephone screenings
- Coordinating interviews
- Supporting interview preparation and decision-making
- Managing offers and candidate communications
- Issuing contracts and offer letter documentation
- Collecting employment references
Telephone screening has become an increasingly valuable part of the recruitment process. While candidates may present strongly on paper, these conversations help us assess suitability, communication style, and alignment with the organisation before interview stage.
Building a trusted recruitment partnership
Through long-term collaboration, we have built a detailed understanding of MED’s recruitment needs, including seasonal and repeat hiring requirements. This enables us to manage recruitment efficiently while helping secure candidates who align with both the role requirements and organisational culture.
Transparent communication has remained a key part of the process, helping to manage expectations for both candidates and hiring managers while creating a positive recruitment experience throughout.
“Rise HR has become an extension of our team. Their understanding of our organisation, culture and recruitment needs means the process is always seamless, efficient, and professionally managed. Alice represents our organisation exceptionally well and consistently helps us identify candidates who are the right fit for both the role and our team. During a recent interview process, two candidates commented on how professional and efficient the recruitment experience had been. Alice’s support makes a real difference – when it comes to recruitment, it feels like we have a trusted partner sharing the challenge, rather than handling it alone.”
Chezzie Hollow, Director of MED
We value the collaborative relationship we have built with the museum and the trust developed over years of working together. Alice from the Rise HR team, commented:
“I love supporting MED’s recruitment projects and working closely with Chezzie and the team to achieve successful outcomes. Open communication and collaboration have been key to creating an effective process that provides a positive experience for both hiring managers and candidates.”
Alice Scribbins, HR Administrator at Rise HR Ltd.
Looking ahead, an ongoing collaboration
Rise continue to work closely with MED through regular communication and ongoing support for new starters after they join the organisation. In our experience, a check-in with new starters, goes a long way.
Do you need support?
At Rise HR, we can work as an extension to your team, providing tailored, people-focused HR support built on strong relationships, open communication, and a genuine understanding of your organisation. While recruitment is a key area of expertise, we support businesses across all aspects of HR from creating effective people processes and guiding managers through complex or sensitive conversations, to delivering meaningful people initiatives that drive positive change. We work collaboratively with leaders to support employee wellbeing, strengthen team performance, and deliver commercially focused HR solutions that help organisations achieve their long-term people goals, with confidence.
If you’re looking for a trusted HR partner to support your organisation, we’d love to hear from you: hello@risehr.co.uk.