Q

Quality of Hire

Definition

A metric used to measure how well a new hire performs and contributes to the organisation’s goals, often assessed via productivity, retention, and manager feedback.

Context & Importance

Goes beyond filling vacancies—focuses on hiring individuals who thrive and grow in their roles. High-quality hires reduce churn and improve long-term productivity.

Use Cases

• Reviewing post-hire performance within 6 months
• Adjusting sourcing strategies based on success rates

Related Concepts

Talent acquisition, hiring efficiency, onboarding success.

TankhaPay Relevance

Integrates applicant tracking with performance workflows to track quality of hire using actual appraisal and retention data.