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While “quiet quitting” dominated headlines not long ago, 2024 has brought a new workforce trend to the forefront: quiet hiring.
At Telescope Recruitment, we’re seeing firsthand how forward-thinking companies are evolving their talent strategies. Quiet hiring—where businesses redeploy or upskill current employees to fill skill gaps—is gaining traction across industries. But here’s the truth: this shift doesn’t replace recruitment. It reshapes it.
What Is Quiet Hiring?
Quiet hiring involves leveraging internal talent to meet business needs, often through upskilling or lateral moves. According to LinkedIn, internal mobility has increased by 25%, with companies like Deloitte and Siemens promoting “internal gigs”—short-term projects that stretch capabilities and keep talent engaged.
This approach offers clear benefits:
✅ Reduced recruitment costs
✅ Higher retention (94% of apprentices stay post-training)
✅ Agile response to changing needs
AI tools like Gloat and PwC’s “Career Coach” are helping organizations map skills to roles. But technology alone doesn’t make a talent strategy.
Why Recruitment Firms Still Matter—Deeply
As a recruitment company, we support internal mobility efforts—but we know they don’t replace the need for strategic, external talent partnerships. Here’s why:
- You don’t always have what you need in-house. Not every role can (or should) be filled internally. We help identify skill gaps that require fresh perspectives or external expertise.
- Internal hiring requires the same strategic rigor. Mapping talent, managing transitions, and ensuring fair compensation all demand structured, unbiased guidance. That’s where we come in.
- We build hybrid strategies. The most successful companies are blending internal development with external recruitment—ensuring a steady pipeline of both institutional knowledge and new ideas.
- We offer data-driven support. From benchmarking compensation to advising on career development frameworks, we provide insights that internal HR teams often don’t have the bandwidth or tools to generate alone.
A Word of Caution for Employers
Quiet hiring, when done poorly, can erode trust. We’ve spoken with professionals who felt pressure to change roles without clear promotions or pay increases. This isn’t growth—it’s burnout in disguise.
Transparency is everything. If you’re moving people internally, treat it with the same care as external hiring:
- Offer clear job titles and pathways
- Provide training and support
- Align responsibilities with compensation
We also help coach companies through this process, ensuring internal mobility adds value rather than becoming a band-aid solution.
What It Means for Candidates
If you’re navigating quiet hiring from the inside, advocate for yourself:
- Ask what training and compensation come with a new role
- Highlight transferable skills in performance reviews
- Use LinkedIn’s “Open to Work” discreetly—even for internal opportunities
And remember: we’re here for you, too. Whether you’re looking to grow within your current organization or explore what’s out there, we can help you chart the right path.
The Bottom Line?
Quiet hiring isn’t the end of recruitment—it’s an evolution. Companies still need expert support to:
- Design effective talent strategies
- Combine internal and external hiring
- Build adaptable, future-ready teams
At Telescope Recruitment we’re proud to partner with companies embracing this shift. Together, we help organizations grow stronger from within—without losing sight of the talent still waiting outside.
Partnering with Telescope Recruitment means embracing a visionary approach that illuminates your path to success. Together, we will reach new heights and create constellations of success that shine brightly in the cosmic realm of recruitment. Join us today and experience the difference we can make for your organization or career.
