The following is an example of a Hiring Scorecard, which was put together as an example for a blog post on recruiting. It shows the scorecard that was used to hire a Matrix Partners Associate.
Mission
Lead proactive research, investigation, and analysis of specific sectors identified by the partnership. Create a systematic approach to assessing these sectors and populating the top of the funnel in these areas.
Outcomes/Results Expected
| Outcome | Rating/ Supporting Data |
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| 1 | Map the identified sectors: company, founder, funding, employees, location, etc. | |
| 2 | Collect and analyze normalized information across mapped companies to allow for sorting and comparison | |
| 3 | Conduct research on selected companies from the market map including: using industry tools, speaking with companies directly, reviewing PR, connecting with angel and seed investors | |
| 4 | Weekly meetings with GPs on assigned sectors to review market map and next steps |
Key Competencies
| Competency | Rating/ Supporting Data |
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| 1 | Exceptional Distillation. Can quickly summarize large amounts of information and knows the key points to highlight. | |
| 2 | Analytical + Product Minded. Understands the numbers and key metrics, but also has a sense for the look and feel of the product. | |
| 3 | Adaptable. Able to jump between sectors and quickly gain a baseline understanding of new sectors we want to explore. | |
| 4 | Self Motivated. Works independently between meetings to drive projects forward with little oversight. | |
| 5 | Intellectually Curious. Finds something of interest, independent of the sector being researched. | |
| 6 | Clear Communicator. Both internally with GPs and externally with start-ups we’re researching. | |
| 7 | Loves Technology. Natural affinity for technology and start-ups |
