Case: Talent Pool – Municipality of Meierijstad
Customer challenge
The municipality wanted to eliminate bias and gut feeling from their selection process. Despite the intention to recruit objectively, the starting point of their selection was still heavily based on résumés, diplomas, and first impressions. As a result, tunnel vision became a risk and potential was overlooked simply because it didn’t fit the traditional profile.
Situation
The municipality of Meierijstad had previously attempted competency-based recruitment through their MeierijstadPool project. This project was highly successful, resulting in more than five competency-based hires who are performing well within the organization.
However, the process itself was not fully competency-based or efficient. Selection often started with a résumé screening before moving on to assessments. Managing, following up on, and evaluating these assessments was very costly in terms of both finances and time. This process could—and needed to—be made more efficient with Recrout.
Our approach
Recrout’s Softmatch.ai platform was implemented to objectively match candidates from the very start based on behavior, competencies, and potential. This is done fully automatically, without manual selection or influence from background, gender, or education level. Within a week, the first vacancy was live, and the team was immediately impressed by the intuitive workflow and objective insights.
The municipality was able to make significant progress in automating competency-based recruitment. Through the Softmatch platform, each candidate begins their journey with an assessment, after which those with the best match proceed to the next personal round.
Result
The impact was immediately visible: more diverse candidates on the shortlist; over 90% cost savings compared to their previous process; more than 50% time efficiency achieved through fully automated matching; two successful hires who fell outside the traditional profile but perfectly matched the required competencies.
The collaboration with Recrout is experienced as a true partnership: sharp in content, collaborative, and focused on sustainable impact. This case demonstrates that objective and inclusive recruitment is not only fairer but also leads to better matches. Together, we are taking a step toward the future of recruitment: data-driven, competency-based, and free of bias.
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How does your matching algorithm work?
Our ML based algorithm uses a combination of keywords, assessment data, experience, and other relevant factors to match candidates and applicants with your job profiles.
Can I match several jobs at the same time
Yes, Softmatch allows you to match as many job profiles as you like at the same time
Is there a fee to use your service?
Yes, just like when you go to the Supermarket there comes a point where you have to pass the checkout with all your nice goodies. But we can promise you that our pricing is very competitive 😉
Are you open for pilots for trial?
Yes, we can work together with you on a pilot base. The minimum commitment we ask regarding setting up a pilot with you is 3 months.
How reliable is your assessment?
Our assessments are highly reliable and validated. We collaborate with the international assessment developer Talogy, a global expert in assessments and talent analytics.
Is your tool suitable for international scaling?
Yes, our assessment supports 40 different languages, making it easy to match and deploy candidates and teams worldwide. By default, Softmatch is available in Dutch and English. If desired, we can also add additional languages to the platform.
Can I integrate Softmatch with my existing HR system?
Yes, Softmatch can be easily integrated with most HR and ATS systems, allowing automatic synchronization of candidate and job data.
How quickly can I expect results from a match?
Once candidates complete their assessment, Softmatch immediately generates an overview of the best matches. Typically, actionable results are available within a few minutes.