How CareerBuddy Reduced Time-To-Hire by 75.23% for RemotePass (Case Study)

How CareerBuddy Reduced Time-To-Hire by 75.23% for RemotePass

Project Details

20+ Positions including:

  • Global Payroll Manager

  • EOR Specialist

  • Operations and Legal Associate

  • Employee Onboarding Specialist

  • Global Payroll Specialist

  • Customer Support Agent Lead

  • Marketing Associate

  • Content Marketer

Type of service: Embedded and Contingency Recruiting

Industry: B2B SaaS  

Location: Global 

Number of Employees: 70+


About Client

How CareerBuddy reduced time to hire by 75% for RemotePass

RemotePass, a groundbreaking B2B SaaS company, simplifies global hiring with its all-in-one HR platform. RemotePass manages onboarding, payroll, compliance, and benefits for contractors and employees worldwide. 

Key features include multi-currency payroll, international compliance, and integration with popular HR and accounting tools. Trusted globally, RemotePass ensures data security with SOC2 and GDPR compliance, offering 24/7 support. 


Before Partnership

In the early days, like many startups, RemotePass initially believed that they could forgo an in-house HR or recruitment team. 

When asked about the essential hires for a company, most startups typically overlook HR or recruitment personnel, assuming they can rely on their network or handle hiring independently. This approach is common, as the immediate focus is often on product development and sales. 

However, scaling rapidly meant they needed a partner to help find the right talent swiftly and effectively.


Partnership 


By partnering with CareerBuddy, their goal was to overcome hiring obstacles, e.g. their time-to-hire and onboarding top-tier talent across various roles. This case study explores how CareerBuddy's expertise and efficient processes assisted in transforming RemotePass's recruitment strategy.

The Challenge

  1. Rapid Scaling Needs: Urgent requirement for a large number of specialized roles within a short timeframe.

  2. Mass Hiring: No dedicated recruitment agency to manage the influx of hiring needs.

  3. High Standards for Talent: Necessity for candidates with specific technical skills and a strong cultural fit.

  4. Extended Time-to-Hire: Hiring processes were lengthy, taking away valuable time from core business activities.

These challenges impeded their ability to grow and innovate at the desired pace.


Why RemotePass Chose CareerBuddy

Out of hundreds of other staffing/recruiting agencies, RemotePass specifically selected CareerBuddy for several reasons:

  1. Proven Track Record: CareerBuddy has a history of successfully placing high-calibre candidates in fast-growing companies.

  2. Commitment Beyond Transactions: We dedicate ourselves to deeply understanding our client’s products, business models and company culture. Our partnership with clients goes far beyond financial transactions.

“When we work with CareerBuddy, it's clear they go above and beyond. They consistently send us new profiles and stay incredibly proactive. It's impressive how they genuinely strive to help us fill roles quickly. This partnership creates a sense of trust and assurance, making us feel supported and confident that we are in capable hands.”

  1. Deep Industry Knowledge: Expertise in understanding the nuances of tech roles and the specific requirements of a SaaS company.

  2. Speed and Efficiency: Proven ability to significantly reduce time-to-hire without compromising quality.

  3. High Retention Rates: Our unique focus on cultural fit ensures long-term employee satisfaction and retention.

  4. Global Reach: Ability to source talent from diverse geographies, fitting RemotePass’s global operational model.


The Solution

CareerBuddy implemented a multi-faceted approach to meet RemotePass’s hiring needs:

  1. Strategic Consultation: We began with comprehensive, strategic consultation sessions to ensure we had a deep understanding of RemotePass's unique needs. These sessions were crucial for aligning our efforts with their business goals and culture.

    By immersing ourselves in RemotePass's environment, we could identify specific role requirements and tailor our recruitment strategy accordingly. This foundation allowed us to deliver candidates who were not only highly skilled but also a perfect cultural fit.

  2. Advanced Screening Techniques: At CareerBuddy, we tackle recruitment challenges by leveraging advanced screening techniques. Our approach involves proprietary assessment tools that meticulously evaluate candidates against both technical proficiency and cultural fit criteria. By implementing these tools, we ensure that only the most qualified individuals who align with RemotePass's unique values and ethos are considered for roles.

  3. Implementing Rapid Hiring: Facing a pressing need to fill key positions swiftly, we leveraged our extensive candidate database to expedite the hiring process effectively.

    Our database is key. It houses a diverse pool of pre-screened candidates, so we can quickly find those with the right skills and fit for RemotePass. We use advanced search tools to pinpoint qualified candidates who have shown interest or were recommended for similar roles. Once selected from our database, onboarding into RemotePass was smooth.

    By analyzing our database use post-hire, we refine our strategies for future hires, showing our agility in meeting RemotePass's staffing needs effectively.

  4. Continuous Collaboration: We believe in keeping our collaboration with any client dynamic and effective. We regularly update RemotePass and maintain ongoing feedback loops to continuously refine our recruitment approach. This way, we ensure that we're always aligned with RemotePass's evolving needs and preferences.

    Our goal is to deliver a recruitment process that not only meets but exceeds your expectations.


Outstanding Results

Did you know? In 2022-2023, companies spent over $101 billion in hiring and training new employees. The irony is, that it takes over six months for a company to break even on its investment in a new hire.

By partnering with CareerBuddy, RemotePass significantly reduced their time-to-hire and improved retention rates, leading to quicker and more substantial returns on their hiring investment.

  1. Speed: CareerBuddy reduced the average time-to-hire from three months to weeks.

"CareerBuddy consistently delivers one of the fastest turnaround times in providing candidate profiles. Whenever we need to fill an urgent role, often aiming to close within a month, CareerBuddy is our go-to partner. We closed a role in 5 days with their recruiting services, and it has greatly improved our efficiency. When we think fast, we think CareerBuddy."

  1. Quality: Delivered over 20 high-quality candidates with a 90% retention rate.

“When reflecting on our current team, it's clear that these individuals possess a strong dedication to our products and demonstrate outstanding work ethic. One standout example is our Global Payroll Manager, Riza T. She has not only integrated seamlessly into our team but has also significantly improved our payroll processes. Her ability to quickly adapt and make impactful contributions has been invaluable. The candidates CareerBuddy provided have consistently met and exceeded our expectations, contributing positively to our company's growth and success.”

  1. Fit: Ensured cultural alignment, resulting in enhanced team cohesion and productivity.

“CareerBuddy hired a content marketing manager for us within one week, and it felt like he (Jerimiah Ajayi) had been with RemotePass from the start. He has an in-depth understanding of our business. He consistently produces outstanding content for our social media platforms, effectively amplifying the RemotePass brand and significantly expanding our reach.”


Measurable Impact

How CareerBuddy reduced time to hire for RemotePass by 75%

Final Words From The RemotePass Team

"CareerBuddy didn't just meet our expectations; they exceeded them. Their precision in matching us with candidates who had the right skills and fit our culture was remarkable. The speed and quality of hires have had a direct positive impact on our growth trajectory. If I were to offer advice, it would be to leverage the subscription-based recruitment services at CareerBuddy."


Every Penny Spent on Hiring is a 3x ROI with CareerBuddy

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