Laura is the chief people officer at iCIMS where she leads all people functions at iCIMS, including talent acquisition, development, management, total rewards and employee engagement. She is a people-first, passionate and forward-thinking leader with 15 years of experience in HR and talent roles. As CPO, Laura leads the company’s people strategy to build a dedicated and diverse team with an inclusive culture.
Recession fears are drawing workers back, but is hiring a former employee the right decision?
You want to be sure your goals are aligned to push the business forward. Bringing back a boomerang candidate should make sense for both the employee and the business. Job seekers that consistently push themselves to grow their skill set and are continual learners stand out. A boomerang candidate that has progressed their career during their time away is indicative of someone who is passionate, engaged and motivated to hit the ground running should they be rehired.