The “staff passed probation rate” refers to the percentage of newly hired employees who successfully complete their probation period and are confirmed as permanent employees.

How does it relate to hiring quality?
When you hire new employees, you expect them to be a good fit for the job and the organization. If a high proportion of them successfully pass probation, it suggests that:

• The recruitment process (screening, interviews, assessments) is effective at identifying candidates who are suitable for the role and the company culture.
• The onboarding process is also good, helping new hires integrate and perform well.

Why is it a useful KPI for hiring quality?

• It reflects the quality of selection, were the right people hired.
• It indicates if expectations set during hiring matched the reality of the job.
• A low pass rate could mean poor screening, mismatched job descriptions, or onboarding issues.

But it’s not the full story

• Some people may leave probation for reasons unrelated to hiring quality (e.g., personal reasons, poor onboarding, misaligned expectations).
• You should combine this with other metrics like turnover rate, new hire performance, and hiring manager satisfaction to get a full picture of hiring quality.

“Staff passed probation rate” is a useful indicator of hiring quality because it reflects how well the recruitment and selection processes are working. However, it’s best used alongside other KPIs for a complete view of talent acquisition effectiveness.