Independent Search Solutions (ISS) has unveiled a new feature designed to change the way candidates connect with hiring managers. The firm is giving job seekers the opportunity to record a 10-minute video summary where they can present their skills, achievements, and motivations directly to prospective employers.
In today’s competitive market, CVs and cover letters often struggle to capture the personality, communication style, and unique value a candidate brings to a role. ISS’s new approach bridges that gap by enabling candidates to tell their story in their own words. The video pitch serves as a powerful complement to traditional application materials, allowing hiring managers to quickly gain deeper insight into an applicant’s suitability beyond the written page.
This initiative is about giving talent a stronger voice, we want candidates to be able to demonstrate their passion, showcase their achievements, and highlight what makes them truly stand out. A 10-minute video pitch offers a much more personal and compelling first impression than a CV alone ever could.
For hiring managers, the feature is designed to streamline the selection process. Rather than relying solely on paperwork, they can watch concise, focused video pitches that highlight a candidate’s experience and personality. This not only accelerates shortlisting but also improves the quality of hires by ensuring stronger cultural alignment from the outset.
Independent Search Solutions is positioning this methodology as a win-win for both sides of the hiring equation. Candidates gain a new platform to sell themselves more effectively, while employers benefit from richer insights and a more engaging recruitment experience.
The launch reflects ISS’s commitment to modernizing recruitment with tools that combine technology, storytelling, and human connection. As the hiring landscape continues to evolve, initiatives like this signal a future where authentic communication and personal branding become central to career success.
The 10-Minute pitches can be recorded on your phone using WhatsApp, how much production values you want to put into this is up to you, but rest assured we are not looking for Oscar Performances, if anything we want to see the real you.
All videos can be deleted at your request in accordance with GDPR when the recruitment process is completed.
Patrick Fitzmaurice
HR & Recruitment Director ISS Ltd
Tel: 00353 (0) 87 25 35 247
Independent Search Solutions Ltd – Sales, Marketing & IT Recruitment
