We at & are thrilled to announce that our innovative & Skill-Level Model has been recognized with a prestigious Employee Branding Award! This acknowledgment validates our approach to creating a transparent, performance-based career development system that not only attracts top talent but also retains them long-term.
The Challenge: Attracting and Retaining Talent in a Highly Competitive IT Market
In a dynamic and growing company like ours, attracting and retaining highly skilled IT talent is a central challenge. The market is fiercely competitive, and we wanted to find a way to position ourselves as an attractive employer that offers fairness, transparency, and individual development opportunities.
Our Solution: The & Skill-Level Model
Our & Skill-Level Model is a scientifically grounded approach based on 12 clearly defined Skill Levels. Each level is described by detailed behavioral anchors that define specific expectations for employees.
The Benefits of the Model:
- Objective Evaluation: Continuous feedback and clear criteria prevent subjective decisions and promote fairness.
- Transparency and Fairness: All employees understand the requirements and can actively shape their career development.
- Increased Efficiency: Scalable processes in recruitment and career development save time and resources.
- Long-Term Employee Retention: Structured development perspectives and appreciation strengthen loyalty.
Gamification and Clear Responsibilities
To boost motivation, we integrate gamification elements into the model. Employees can track their progress in a personal dashboard and see which behaviors they still need to develop to reach the next level. Additionally, responsibilities are clearly defined: employees are responsible for their development, and managers are responsible for providing support and encouragement.
Results That Speak for Themselves
The introduction of the & Skill-Level Model has led to significant improvements in our KPIs:
- We experienced a notable reduction in our time-to-hire.
- We achieved a substantial decrease in our cost-per-hire.
- Our employee turnover rate significantly improved and is now well below the industry average.
Addressing Challenges
We recognize that a transparent system can also present challenges. To counteract the risk of overlooking individual strengths, we have adopted an approach that combines transparency with increasing individuality. While non-senior engineers benefit from a highly transparent career path, mid- and senior engineers have more room for individual development.
Our Conclusion
We are convinced that our & Skill-Level Model is a key factor in our success as an employer. It enables us to attract the best talent, make fair and transparent decisions, and establish efficient processes. The Employee Branding Award confirms that we are on the right track.
It’s time to build
We are proud to be a company where employees feel valued and supported. If you want to be part of a team that values innovation, fairness, and individual development opportunities, we look forward to meeting you via people.operations@andamp.io.