Hiring Report: Keane, Inc.

Company name: Keane, Inc. Company description: Consulting services Headquarters: Boston, MA Office locations: Multiple locations in the US, UK, Canada, India, Australia Web site: www.keane.com Number of IT employees: 10,000 The Company: Keane has been in the business of helping businesses since 1965. The company provides both business and technology services. Hiring leaders: Vivek Mehra/Managing Director, Global Financial Services, 15 years of consulting experience in IT and financial services. Are you looking to hire on more IT staff this year Yes, and it varies by location and role.

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Given all the news about the talent crunch, have you or are you finding it more difficult to find qualified IT professionals? It is not difficult to find qualified IT professionals " on paper, but very few are actually employable; most overstate skills on their resumes What are your primary recruiting strategies? Do you work with recruiters, post jobs online, etc. Yes, all of the above What is the hiring process? Varies by location and role What should candidates know before they interview at Keane? They should be aware of the role, and the division of the company they are applying for. What makes for an outstanding potential hire? Someone who can articulate their value proposition and their individual 'brand.' What are red flags you look for when reviewing resumes, doing interviews—what are some issues that thwart candidates? Too many accomplishments listed for a small time period, short tenure in any one company. What kind of non-IT skills do your IT team members need, if any? Communication and consulting, problem-solving, creativity. How important is the cover letter in job queries " any tips or advice to job seekers on what to do or not to do. Cover letters are a good indication of a person's communication abilities, but depending on the mode of application, are not always required. Is the IT organization looking for certified skills, is that a must have or is there any other qualification that is a must have? Certification is not always a must have, but is always a bonus. Does the organization hire 'newbies' and invest in training and how well does that work, and if not, why not? Yes, for certain roles. We provide extensive training, boot-camps, etc. What characteristics or personality traits do you want in a hire, and don't want? Combination of strong technical and consulting skills. What does your company offer IT specialists as an employer? Global opportunities, best-in-industry compensation and benefits, strong career path. Other recent articles from TechCareers How To Get Your Career Plan On Track Hiring Report: Kemper Auto and Home

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