1 mins readJob Requisition refers to the formal request to create a new role or refill an existing vacancy. It captures role title, duties, location, compensation band, required approvals and hiring rationale.
What is a Job Requisition
In HR practice, a job requisition is the document or electronic record that authorises recruitment. It ensures alignment with headcount, budget and workforce plans before candidates are sourced.
How it Works
A hiring manager completes the requisition, HR reviews and finance validates budget, authorised approvers sign off, and HR publishes the vacancy for recruitment.
Who Uses it
Hiring managers, HR generalists, recruiters, finance and workforce planners use requisitions to control hiring and maintain compliance with internal policies.
Practical Usage and Examples
- Replacing a departing employee: Requisition triggers a vacancy posting and interview workflow.
- New headcount approval: Requisition records business case and budget to start recruitment.
- Contract-to-perm conversion: Requisition documents change in employment type and approvals.
Related Concepts
Related HR terms include job posting, requisition approval, headcount planning, job description, hiring manager, talent acquisition, HRIS and workforce planning. These terms connect to how requisitions control hiring and reporting.