How RebelDot transitioned from manual tasks to prioritizing candidate relationships

RebelDot is a tech company, focused on bringing digital ideas to life and specializing in custom software development, crafting mobile and web apps, and designing intuitive user experiences. Based in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, with offices in Oradea and Copenhagen, their team is all about collaboration and working closely with their clients to create solutions that truly fit their needs.

RebelDot are focused on more than just delivering software, but building meaningful digital products that truly solve problems and make a difference to their clients, allowing them to deliver tailored solutions that not only work, but exceed expectations.

What are some of the hiring trends and challenges that are unique to your industry?

In the tech industry, particularly in software development, the demand for specialized skills like Data Science, Data Engineering and cloud computing is growing rapidly, creating intense competition for top talent. While there's plenty of technology to support hiring at scale, the real challenge is effectively engaging with candidates and building meaningful connections.

We also face a notable labor shortage, especially in niche areas, which requires proactive talent development and retention efforts. At RebelDot, we focus on strong employer branding and authentic communication to attract and retain the best professionals.

Because of this, we've shifted to a more personalized approach, focusing on building strong relationships with candidates and showcasing our company culture from the start. We also prioritize speed and transparency in our hiring process to ensure we don't miss out on top talent.

What were your hiring process and recruitment challenges prior to Teamtailor?

Before adopting Teamtailor, we tracked candidates using Excel files, which made managing the recruitment process challenging, especially with GDPR regulations coming into play in Europe. When GDPR was introduced, we had to quickly adapt to ensure compliance and protect candidate data.

Teamtailor has significantly improved our process. It allows us to manage candidate information securely, streamline our hiring workflows, and maintain transparency, all while ensuring we're compliant with GDPR. This shift has also enabled us to focus more on building relationships with candidates and speeding up the recruitment process, which is crucial in today's competitive market.

Why did you choose Teamtailor?

We chose Teamtailor because it offered an intuitive, all-in-one solution that could handle our recruitment needs while ensuring GDPR compliance. The platform's user-friendly interface made it easy for our team to transition from Excel files, and its features helped us streamline our hiring process. 

Additionally, Teamtailor's focus on employer branding and candidate experience aligned perfectly with our goal of attracting top talent and showcasing our company culture from the very first interaction.

The transition from manual processes has not only improved our efficiency but also allowed us to focus more on building relationships with candidates. As a result, we've been able to grow our team faster, going from hiring a handful of people each year to scaling up much more rapidly. For instance, last year we onboarded 50 new colleagues, and this year, we plan to bring in even more new colleagues.

Some of Teamtailor key benefits for us include:

• Knowledge management inside the recruitment team
• Improved collaboration between recruiters & hiring managers/ technical interviewers from creating requisitions, sharing profiles, offering feedback.
• Analytics per job/period of time

What are your three best tips for recruiters?

What do you think will be the future of HR?

I think the future of HR is going to be a mix of AI and remote work. AI will help with streamlining tasks and making better decisions, but we’ll still need to keep remote work on the table. What’s going to be really important is nurturing a strong company culture and focusing on employee well-being. It’s all about using technology to make things easier while also making sure people feel connected and supported, no matter where they’re working from.

What would you say to other companies thinking about moving over to Teamtailor?

If you’re considering moving to Teamtailor, I’d say go for it. The platform makes a real difference for both your recruitment team and your candidates. It simplifies tracking and managing candidates, which helps the team stay organized and responsive. For candidates, it offers a smoother, more engaging experience throughout the hiring process. This not only makes your recruitment efforts more efficient but also leaves a positive impression on potential hires, which is crucial in today’s competitive job market.