Finding the right candidate for any role can be a challenging task in well-known industries, but it becomes exponentially harder when recruiting for niche roles. These positions often require highly specialized skills or knowledge, meaning recruiters must understand the specifics to even ask the right questions. Here is our advice on how to approach filling roles in a few niche industries.
Online Casino
Although the online casino industry is large enough to almost escape the "niche" label, the roles within it are highly specialized. On the software side, there are the designers and developers behind both the games and casino websites who bring slots and blackjack games online. Beyond this are the small armies of customer support and VIP representatives, and many other positions that require a deep understanding that goes beyond the core job description.
A crucial skill to look for in potential recruits across various roles is knowledge of global markets. Online casino sits often operate in several markets in multiple regions, and strategies can vary significantly from country to country. Having someone in any role with specific market knowledge is always considered a plus point by casino businesses.
Software Development
Software development, while broad, encompasses many distinct specializations. For example, a developer for mobile apps using Java has very little to do with a developer creating databases using C# or Python. The difference can be as stark as comparing speakers of different languages, so targeting the right candidates is key.
There are two main tips for developer recruitment. Firstly, take the time to do a little research into the specific skillset, and try to find some language-specific recruitment question guides to use as a base. Secondly, make sure that you're looking at coding-specific portfolio resources like GitHub to get a measure of candidates, as proven work often speaks louder than resumes or interviews.
Fintech
Outside the developer-related roles that we covered above, fintech has a number of roles that you either won't find anywhere else or need completely different skillsets to achieve. This is an industry where experience counts for far more than in other business types, and particularly when that experience comes from a range of different roles.
The industry also shares a feature of online casinos but with a different focus. Knowledge of different markets again comes into play, although in this case it's more about compliance. Different states and economic areas have wildly different laws and rules for financial institutions, so no matter what role you're looking for, an understanding of compliance in a range of markets can be an invaluable asset, especially for team leads and other senior staff.
The Importance of Research
Remember that the golden word for any specialist recruitment is research. Half an hour spent looking more deeply into a topic, even just the basics, can help you zero in on the right match in a fraction of the time. Ultimately, the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to find candidates who are a perfect fit for the role. Especially in niche industries, where competition can be fierce, this level of preparation will set you apart from other recruiters.