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Talent shortage?
Think skills first

Skills-based approaches are emerging as a powerful solution to the talent shortage. But there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Our experts will help you design, implement and optimize a skills-based hiring strategy tailored to your organization, so you can find the right talent fast.

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Guide

3 practical steps to build a skills based talent strategy

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Tackling the skills crisis for a sustainable future

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What next?

Ready to start or advance your skills-based journey?

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How AMS can help you

Build foundations for lasting success

Need expert support to build your skills-based strategy?​​

  • Build a roadmap for your skills journey: Run strategic workshops and a comprehensive Skills Readiness Diagnostic. ​
  • Deliver targeted skills interventions: Focus on areas like skills framework design, skills-based attraction campaigns, and tech vendor comparisons​.
  • Drive meaningful transformation: Tailor strategic interventions that advance your skills journey, drawing on our combined PMO and SME expertise.​

Source and recruit skilled talent​

Struggling to find ‘in-demand’ skills and need support fast?​​

  • Targeted expertise: Access specialized sourcers with deep knowledge of niche markets and hard-to-find skills.​
  • Cutting-edge strategies: Leverage data-driven tools AI-powered talent analytics to identify and engage high-demand candidates.​
  • Scalable solutions: Scale quickly to meet urgent needs or focus on specific skills without long-term resource commitments​. Extend your reach to a global network to find specialist skills.​

Recruit, train and deploy

Looking to grow your own skilled workforce? ​​

  • Find the right candidates: Either strong and diverse talent from the external market or the hidden talent within your organization.​
  • Upskill and re-skill: Identify the in-demand and niche skillsets you need for the future then develop and train these skillsets, ready for deployment in your organization.​
  • Improve diversity and inclusion: Hire based on potential to learn and grow - which will allow you to access and reach a diverse talent pool.
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If you’re looking for support to design, implement or approach you skills-based approach, contact one of our skills-based hiring experts today.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

What is skills-based hiring, and why is it important for modern talent management and acquisition?​
Skills-based hiring evaluates candidates on specific skills. It broadens talent access, supports diverse hiring and creates a more adaptable workforce. This approach enhances productivity, reduces turnover and aligns candidates’ skills with business needs, making it essential in today’s competitive market.
How does skills-based hiring improve diversity and inclusion in the workplace?
Skills-based hiring removes traditional barriers, helping organizations access diverse, qualified candidates from varied backgrounds. By assessing skills over credentials, it reduces bias, fostering a fairer, more inclusive hiring process that brings unique perspectives and experiences into the workplace.
How can we accurately assess skills during the hiring process?

Accurate skills assessment involves structured interviews, task simulations and relevant skill tests. These tools provide clear insights into candidates’ abilities, ensuring that hiring decisions focus on job-relevant competencies, ultimately predicting job performance better than resumes or degrees.

What are the benefits of implementing a skills-based management approach in the workplace?
Skills-based management boosts productivity, retention and agility. By strategically using employees’ strengths and promoting continuous learning, it enables better talent deployment, increases employee satisfaction and builds a resilient workforce ready to meet evolving business demands.​
How can companies track and manage employee skills over time?
Companies can track skills using skills management software, learning management systems and assessments. These tools keep an updated skills inventory, supporting targeted training and career development to close skill gaps and build a dynamic, growth-oriented workforce.​
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