Oddwork Saab
Five consultants, four cities
For several years, we at Oddwork have had an inspiring partnership with Saab in their strategic employer branding work. When a need arose for new Talent Acquisition Specialists in the winter of 2023, they chose us as their partner for that too. After advertising the roles, carefully searching for candidates and holding rewarding interviews, we were able to present five top talents.
“I never had to convince candidates that Saab was a stable and secure employer. Everyone already shared that view of the company.”— Julia Harrysson, Talent Manager at Oddwork
The hunt for top candidates
When we were asked to recruit people who would in turn recruit senior IT profiles to the defence industry, we knew that search and sourcing skills would be a key factor in finding the right people. To ensure a perfect match between the candidates and Saab’s culture, we looked for profiles with a social and helpful energy, a genuine curiosity about other people, a goal-oriented approach and a drive to build networks and long-term relationships.
The client
Saab was founded in 1937 and has always strived to keep people and society safe and secure through systems, products, new technology and innovative solutions.
The need
Recruitment of 5 consultants, Talent Acquisition Specialists, during the winter of 2023
The process
Job advertising, search, interviews, ongoing check-ins and presentation of candidates.
Locations
Gothenburg, Järfälla, Karlskoga/Arboga and Linköping
A job with an important purpose
During the interviews it became clear that Saab’s employer brand was firmly rooted in the target group. Even though the image was of course also shaped by security, routines and confidentiality, it was the security, stability and development opportunities within the organisation that attracted candidates the most.
Throughout the process we worked closely with Johanna Lindebäck, Manager Talent Acquisition & Talent Attraction, who was responsible for the consultant recruitment at Saab. We asked her how she experienced our process and our collaboration.
Why did you choose Oddwork as your partner for this recruitment?
Oddwork is a valued partner we have worked with for several years in employer branding, and it felt very important to work with a partner who knows what makes us an attractive employer.
How did you experience working with us and our recruiters?
Great. Julia was incredibly service-minded and exactly the right person for the job. She was attentive, flexible and innovative in our collaboration. Something I really appreciated!
What was most valuable about our collaboration during the recruitment process?
Your expertise and experience of similar journeys at other large companies. I felt I could really discuss different candidates and perspectives with you. I didn’t just get help filling a role, I also had someone to bounce ideas off about how to build the team. You helped me build half my team, quickly, smoothly and professionally.
How did you experience our communication during the process?
Fast, clear and friendly. You quickly understood my vision for the team, and I felt we became one team working towards the same goal. That was a strength and a key success factor in the recruitments.
Anything else you would like to share about working with our recruitment team?
I really appreciated the personal contact and relationship, and even though it was an intense journey, we had a lot of fun along the way. Something I value highly!
