Global Workstation’s onboarding process, step-by-step, in action.
CASE STUDY : HIRING A SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER FOR A HOSPITALITY BUSINESS
Step 1 – The Enquiry
- A UK-based hospitality company managing a portfolio of hotels and restaurants visits our website and completes a quick online form. They specify:
- Role: Social Media Manager
- Industry: Hospitality
- Tasks: Content creation, ad management, engagement tracking
- Experience: 3+ years, hospitality background preferred
- Within 24 hours, a UK Client Success Manager contacts them to confirm details and understand brand tone, platforms, and posting frequency.
Step -2 – Candidate Shortlisting
- Our recruitment specialists screen candidates from our international talent network (Qatar, Philippines, Morocco, Pakistan, and beyond).
- Each shortlisted applicant undergoes:
- Video interview and skill validation
- Portfolio review (past hospitality campaigns)
- English fluency assessment
- The client receives 3–5 top candidate profiles — complete with video intros, portfolios, and experience summaries
Step 3 – Client Interview & Selection
- The client selects candidates to interview via Zoom or Teams.
- After the meetings, they choose their preferred Social Media Manager.
- Global Workstation then manages:
- Offer confirmation
- Contracting and HR setup
- Coordination of start date
- This phase typically completes within 48 hours.
Step 4 – Staff Setup & Integration
- Our team ensures smooth onboarding and tool setup:
- Integration with the client’s project systems (Slack, Trello, Meta Suite)
- Account creation, time tracking, and workflow alignment
- Schedule confirmation (UK hours)
- Clients can also opt for Global Workstation’s Paid Training Service, where we train the recruit using their brand manuals and campaign templates.
Step 5 – Go Live & Ongoing Support
- Within 7–10 days of the first enquiry, the new Social Media Manager is fully operational — posting daily, managing engagement, and reporting weekly results.
- Ongoing account management ensures:
- Performance tracking
- Monthly review calls
- Fast replacement or scaling if needed
- Result: The hospitality business gains a dedicated social media professional at up to 70% lower cost, managed under UK supervision.
Typical Timeline Overview
| Stage | Description | Timeframe |
|---|---|---|
|
Step 1 |
Enquiry & consultation |
1 day |
|
Step 2
|
Candidate shortlisting |
2–3 days |
|
Step 3 |
Client interviews & selection
|
1–2 days |
|
Step 4 |
Onboarding & setup |
1–2 days |
|
Step 5 |
Staff operational |
Total: 7–10 days |
Why This Matters for Your Business
Global Workstation handles everything — recruitment, HR, payroll, and compliance — leaving you to focus on growth, not hiring logistics.
Your business gains a skilled remote team member, fully aligned with your brand and managed under UK standards.