PART 2: Selection process As we know, the human resources professional (HRP) will often work with a hiring manager(s) who may not fully appreciate the possible legal issues that may arise should the hiring manager go "off script" during the recruitment process. Dora, the hiring manager, likes to chit-chat with the candidates prior to or during the actual interview process. She is convinced that being friendly with candidates will help set them at ease before any interview or testing process. Plus, when you chat with the candidates, it really helps to decide which person would best fit with your team because you are able to see their true colours outside of the formal process. You are meeting with Dora, to discuss your roles and obligations during the next recruitment process. As an HR professional, do you think that informal chatting with the candidates is problematic on the part of the hiring manager? What the potential risks are to the organization when this happens? Justify your