Our recruitment process

The application phase, which consists of the applicant filling out personal information online, responding to an online questionnaire and the uploading of the CV and related documents. After completion of the application, an automatic email confirming receipt of the application will be sent to the applicant.

As part of the recruitment process, applications are first screened by the human resources department and discussed between the hiring manager and the human resources department. In addition applicants may be contacted by the human resources department and asked to answer further specific questions, have a brief telephone conversation that can be technical in nature, or to complete some written exercises.

A candidate shortlist, with the names of applicants who best match the requirements of the job description and are deemed the most suitable for the position, is drawn up.  A competency-based interview is organized with the shortlisted candidates. These interviews are held with a panel and can be conducted either over the telephone, via video conference or on-site. The aim of these interviews is to assess the candidates’ fit with the culture of our organization and to find out more about his/her achievements and motivations. The panel will ask for the personal experience of the candidate to be illustrated with real examples. A possible follow-up interview may be scheduled depending on the position.

Before a formal offer of employment is made the candidate preferred by the panel, this candidate will be contacted by the human resources department to arrange the taking up of references.

When references have been cleared and medical clearance received, an employment offer is made and, when agreed, a contract is issued.