When Sia Partners, a growing management consulting firm, needed an applicant tracking system (ATS) to manage its global operations, it found the ideal solution with SmartRecruiters. Here’s an overview of how Sia Partners transformed its recruitment process and the impact SmartRecruiters had on their operations.
Background of Sia Partners
Co-founded in 1999 by Matthieu Courtecuisse, Sia Partners began in Paris within the financial services sector. Over the years, the firm expanded its expertise to energy, telecommunications, media, transportation, logistics, and government. Since its inception, Sia Partners has aimed to become a global consulting firm, taking on cross-border projects. Their first major assignment was with the World Bank in West Africa. In 2006, they opened their first international office and have continued to innovate, including pioneering Consulting 4.0 and investing in AI and Data Science.
Global Presence and Recruitment Innovations
Sia Partners operates in 15 countries with 20 offices and a diverse team of over 40 nationalities. Their largest markets are France and the US, with offices in Paris, Lyon, New York, Houston, and Charlotte. To attract and retain top talent globally, Sia Partners developed several innovative programs:
- International Gap Year Internship Program: Students spend six months in Paris followed by six months in New York, Hong Kong, or Dubai.
- Associate Program: Consultants can work at three different Sia Partners offices over three years.
Recruitment Process Before SmartRecruiters
Before adopting SmartRecruiters, Sia Partners managed their recruitment manually:
- Job Posting: Jobs were posted on various boards such as LinkedIn and university websites manually.
- Screening/Sourcing: Applications were collected through a generic email, and responses were often delayed.
- Interview Scheduling: Interviews were arranged via email, which was time-consuming and impacted the candidate experience.
- Job Offer Management: Details of job offers were communicated via email, involving multiple parties.
Transition to SmartRecruiters
Sia Partners implemented SmartRecruiters in November 2016 across all 20 offices in 15 countries. The transition was smooth, thanks to close collaboration with the SmartRecruiters team. Within three weeks, the system was fully operational, and around 100 users were trained.
Key Improvements with SmartRecruiters:
- Automation: Streamlined the job posting process and centralized information.
- Enhanced Efficiency: Reduced time spent on posting jobs, allowing recruiters to focus on higher-value tasks.
- Improved Candidate Experience: Candidates can apply, refer others, and manage their profiles easily. Every applicant receives a personalized response.
- Data Centralization: Ensured compliance with regulations like GDPR and improved data tracking and analytics.
- Increased Collaboration: Facilitated sharing of candidate profiles and information across offices, reinforcing global teamwork.
Unique Benefits for Sia Partners
SmartRecruiters significantly enhanced Sia Partners’ recruitment efficiency by:
- Reducing Time: Streamlined the recruitment process, allowing focus on more strategic projects.
- Engaging Tool: Provided an intuitive platform that involved everyone in the recruitment process and created a relevant track for candidates.
- Optimized Processes: Enabled better information sharing and quicker responses from stakeholders.
Conclusion
The adoption of SmartRecruiters has transformed Sia Partners’ recruitment process, making it more efficient and engaging for both recruiters and candidates. With over 40,000 applications received since implementation, SmartRecruiters has played a crucial role in the firm’s global hiring success.