Writing job descriptions can be one of those tasks that is pushed down the to-do list. It can feel daunting to try and capture everything a role is accountable for, whilst not overwhelming with detail. This guide is here to help simplify the task, and help you create a document that will actually be useful.
Written for people managers and/or HR professionals, it covers what an internal job description is actually for, how to write each section well, the often-missed distinction between tasks and accountabilities, and the common mistakes that make JDs less useful over time.
Includes a clean, structured template ready to complete.
What's included:
Guidance on role purpose, key accountabilities, requirements, and key relationships
Practical examples of how to write accountabilities that mean something
Common mistakes to avoid
A ready-to-use template
Licensed for use by the purchasing organisation. May not be resold or shared externally.
Writing job descriptions can be one of those tasks that is pushed down the to-do list. It can feel daunting to try and capture everything a role is accountable for, whilst not overwhelming with detail. This guide is here to help simplify the task, and help you create a document that will actually be useful.
Written for people managers and/or HR professionals, it covers what an internal job description is actually for, how to write each section well, the often-missed distinction between tasks and accountabilities, and the common mistakes that make JDs less useful over time.
Includes a clean, structured template ready to complete.
What's included:
Guidance on role purpose, key accountabilities, requirements, and key relationships
Practical examples of how to write accountabilities that mean something
Common mistakes to avoid
A ready-to-use template
Licensed for use by the purchasing organisation. May not be resold or shared externally.