Improve your reputation and image as an employer through employer branding research?

Employer branding research is the basis for improving your reputation and image as an employer and for gaining insight into whether your primary and secondary employment conditions match the wishes of your (potential) employees. By gaining a clear picture of whether your brand is known among your target group, whether you have the right reputation, and which aspects are most important to your future applicants, you can take a more targeted approach to marketing communication campaigns aimed at finding and retaining the right employees. We help you gain relevant insights that are essential for a strong employer branding strategy. By maintaining a close relationship with our clients and focusing on tangible results, we ensure that your organization can position itself optimally in a competitive labor market. Read here how to conduct an employer branding survey

In an era where it can still be challenging to find the right personnel, insight into the market of potential candidates is crucial. This eliminates the need to rely on gut feelings. Recruiting employees can be exhausting and often results in the wrong target group being reached. At Markteffect, we understand that factors such as good brand awareness and a positive image contribute to successful recruitment campaigns and that people tend to stay longer at companies with these qualities. 

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Customized advice in the form of a report including areas for improvement

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Insights you can put to use immediately

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Customization options in the research for optimal insights

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Experience and benchmarking capabilities relative to the market

How is an employer branding survey conducted? 

Conducting employer branding research requires careful investigation that provides an accurate picture of both the current situation among your own employees and the perceptions of potential employees. This process usually begins with thorough preparation and planning, during which the objectives of the research are determined and the appropriate methodology is chosen to collect the necessary data.  

Employer branding research is largely customized. That is why we work with the client to determine which research method best suits their wishes and needs. This could involve online surveys, interviews, focus groups, or observations. Once all the data has been collected, it is analyzed and interpreted to identify patterns, trends, and themes that are important for understanding the employee experience and the brand image as an employer.  

The findings are then reported and recommendations are formulated for improving the position in the labor market and for attracting and finding the right applicants. These recommendations can range from optimizing internal processes, such as the onboarding process, to building a more targeted recruitment strategy.

Common topics in employer branding research

Brand awareness

Insight into awareness among the (potential) target group

Image of your brand

Insight into the image as an employer among (potential) target groups

Current situation

Insight into the current situation as an employer, including areas for improvement

Media behavior

Understanding the media behavior of the target group and where it can be reached 

What are the benefits of employer branding research? 

In addition to the insights and advice provided in the report, you will gain a better understanding of your brand's attractiveness as an employer. 

Based on the advice, employers can use their recruitment budget in a targeted and efficient manner with the right recruitment campaigns in the right locations using the right channels. Conducting our employer branding research not only provides insights, but can also yield significant benefits, including: 

  • Improved employee engagement and retention among new hires: By improving the employee experience, you can reduce staff turnover and retain talent. 
  • Strengthened brand image: A positive internal culture is reflected externally, which can lead to employees becoming brand ambassadors and an improved reputation or attractiveness to potential employees and customers. 
  • More effective business operations: By identifying and addressing pain points in the onboarding process, you can optimize processes and improve overall efficiency. 

Ready to discover the power of your employees and take your brand to new heights? Then get in touch to start an employer branding survey! 

How does Markteffect make employer branding research unique? 

We have extensive experience in conducting employer branding surveys and employee satisfaction surveys. We are currently working with organizations such as ASML, CSU, Libéma, and GXO Logistics. Based on these surveys, we know how to ask the right questions to the right target group.

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Frequently asked questions

What is an employer branding survey?

An employer branding survey provides you with insight into your brand awareness, image, and the most important aspects for applicants and employees regarding your organization as an employer. 

What are the benefits of employer branding research?

Conducting our employer branding research provides you with tailored strategic insights, but can also yield significant benefits, including: 

  • Improved employee engagement and retention among new hires: By improving the employee experience, you can reduce staff turnover and retain talent. 
  • Strengthened brand image: A positive internal culture is reflected externally, which can lead to employees becoming brand ambassadors and an improved reputation or attractiveness to potential employees and customers. 
  • More effective business operations: By identifying and addressing pain points in the onboarding process, you can optimize processes and improve overall efficiency. 

How is an employer branding survey conducted?

Conducting an employer branding survey requires careful research that provides an accurate picture of both the current situation among your own employees and the perceptions of potential employees.
This process usually begins with thorough preparation and planning, during which the objectives of the survey are determined and the appropriate methodology is chosen to collect the necessary data.

How do I choose a market research agency?

A market research agency must be a good fit for your needs, but also for your company. We have a checklist of the important variables you should pay attention to.

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Who is Markteffect?

Markteffect is a strategic market research agency that serves as a one-stop shop for its clients. From our offices in the center of Eindhoven and on Herengracht in Amsterdam, our team of over 120 professionals works daily to uncover the most relevant data and insights for a wide range of clients.

We are part of The Relevance Group. The Relevance Group consists of several international agencies, each with its own specializations in market research, data science, marketing technology, and AI.

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Joris <span>van Leenders</span>

Joris van Leenders

Client Consultant