Candidate Persona

This template is designed to assist you in brainstorming your next hire. By using it, you can clearly define the qualities you’re seeking in a candidate, as well as determine the best ways to attract and interview them.

It is most effective when used as a collaborative tool among all key stakeholders who will work with this future hire. Clearly defining the ideal candidate will simplify all subsequent hiring steps and guide the process, helping you recognize what a "yes" looks like when you find it.