5 Hiring Lessons from Wimbledon: Fair, Fast & Future-Ready Recruitment You Can Use in Vietnam

Every July, Wimbledon transforms from a prestigious tennis ground into a high-performing recruitment machine—employing around 2,000 staff directly and managing thousands more through strategic hiring partners. But beyond tennis, Wimbledon offers powerful lessons in recruitment that resonate deeply with Vietnam’s employers and job seekers.

From fairness to rehirability, here’s what Vietnamese businesses can learn from the world’s oldest Grand Slam - Wimbledon.

1. Scale Smart: Strategic High-Volume Hiring

Wimbledon receives nearly 4,000 applications for 2,000 roles annually, and fills them through:

• Structured assessment centres that ensure fairness and speed.

• Clear job scopes that help candidates self-assess suitability early on.

Vietnamese takeaway: During peak hiring seasons, especially in Q3, define your roles clearly and standardise your evaluation process to improve candidate fit and reduce mismatch.

2. Fairness by Design: Enhance Candidate Experience

In 2024, 97% of applicants—whether successful or not—reported a positive recruitment experience at Wimbledon. Why?

• Standardised scoring rubrics during interviews.

• Clear, respectful communication throughout the process.

• Equal opportunity protocols that actively minimise unconscious bias.

Vietnamese takeaway: A respectful, transparent process enhances your employer brand and turns even unsuccessful candidates into future brand advocates.

3. Build Returning Champions: The Power of Rehires

At Wimbledon, nearly 9 out of 10 employees return each year. These include students, freelancers, and retirees who trust the organisation’s culture and value the seasonal experience.

Vietnamese takeaway: Rehiring past employees is not only efficient—it reduces training costs, boosts morale, and builds loyalty. Create alumni talent pools and stay in touch with past top performers.

4. Scout & Nurture Talent: Build a Future Pipeline

Wimbledon doesn’t just recruit reactively. Their process:

• Tracks strong past candidates even if not hired.

• Builds year-on-year relationships with top applicants.

• Encourages early engagement, especially among students and volunteers.

Vietnamese takeaway: Start talent engagement even before vacancies arise. Proactively nurture passive talent and university networks, especially in high-growth sectors like tech, logistics, and services.

5. Communicate Culture Consistently

Wimbledon promotes four core values—Heritage, Integrity, Respect, Excellence—in everything from job listings to team briefings. These aren’t just words—they influence hiring, training, and team culture.

Vietnamese takeaway: Use your company values as a guide for hiring decisions. Make sure your job postings, interview questions, and onboarding reflect what you stand for—not just what you do.

Why These Lessons Matter for Vietnam

Vietnam’s workforce is younger, mobile, and increasingly values-driven. Whether you’re a start-up in Da Nang or a factory in Binh Duong, applying these lessons can help:

FAQ – Wimbledon Hiring Lessons for Vietnam

Q1: Can SMEs in Vietnam apply Wimbledon’s hiring approach?

Yes. Start small—standardise interviews, track past applicants, and communicate culture clearly.

Q2: What’s the value of rehires?

Returnees save training time, perform faster, and tend to be more loyal—vital during busy periods like Tet or holiday seasons.

Q3: Is employer branding that important in Vietnam?

Absolutely. Younger job seekers care deeply about values and company mission. Consistent branding attracts better-aligned talent.

Q4: How can I improve fairness in hiring?

Introduce scoring guides, remove personal identifiers in CVs, and use diverse interview panels to reduce unconscious bias.

Q5: What is a candidate talent pool?

It’s a list of promising candidates you can re-engage with for future openings. Maintaining one ensures faster, better recruitment.

🎾 Final Serve

Wimbledon proves that recruitment isn’t just about filling roles—it’s about building relationships, promoting fairness, and investing in future talent. As Vietnam continues to evolve as a competitive hiring market, these global lessons can give your company—or your career—the advantage needed to ace the game.

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📚 References

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4. https://www.clubmedjobs.com/en

5. https://www.ft.com/content/a109d05e-9150-4220-911e-2b11761d24a8