Case Study
Strengthening Employer Branding to Attract Top Talent.
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Boost in careers page traffic
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Increase in social media engagement within 3 months
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Increase in job applications from high-quality candidates
Overview
ThinkinCircles partnered with a fast-growing technology company to build a compelling employer brand that would attract top talent, improve candidate engagement, and position them as an employer of choice in a competitive market.
Challenges
- Lack of Employer Brand Identity – The company struggled to differentiate itself as an employer, making it difficult to attract high-quality candidates.
- Low Candidate Engagement – Their brand messaging and career opportunities were not effectively communicated, leading to a lack of interest from potential hires.
- Inconsistent Online Presence – Social media and digital content did not reflect their culture, values, or employee experience.
Strategy
- Employer Brand Audit – Analysed current perceptions of the company’s brand and identified key areas for improvement.
- Brand Messaging & EVP Development – Created a clear Employer Value Proposition (EVP).
- Careers Site Optimisation – Designed a new careers page showcasing employee testimonials and culture.
- Content & Social Media Strategy – Crafted engaging content and campaigns.
- Employee Advocacy Programme – Empowered employees to become brand ambassadors.
- Ongoing Performance Tracking – Monitored key metrics including engagement and applications.
Results
Summary
By redefining their employer brand, this company successfully positioned itself as a top employer in a competitive market. With a stronger online presence, a clear EVP, and an engaged workforce advocating for the brand, they experienced a surge in high-quality applications and improved candidate engagement.
The combination of strategic messaging, social media activation, and employee advocacy not only attracted top talent but also reinforced their reputation as a great place to work.
The challenge
- No clear employer brand identity
- Low candidate engagement
- Inconsistent presence
The approach
- Clear EVP and positioning
- Structured content strategy
- Employee advocacy activation
The impact
- Stronger inbound demand
- Higher engagement
- Improved employer perception
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