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Transforming Engineer Recruitment Through Effective Referral Strategies

In the competitive world of technology and engineering, securing top talent is crucial, yet many companies face challenges in their recruitment processes. Notably, several organizations experience issues where existing employees do not participate in referral opportunities despite having referral systems in place. To address these challenges, Will Group's referral support service, Refcome, in collaboration with Hackazook Rain Company, offers insights into making engineer recruitment more effective.

On September 24, 2026, a webinar titled "What Makes Engineers Want to Refer? - Building Systems for Acquiring Immediate-Impact Personnel" will be hosted, aiming to unravel the unique psychological and behavioral traits of engineers that can facilitate successful referral recruitment.

The Challenge of Referral Recruitment

Many employers grapple with the reality that having a referral system does not guarantee employee engagement in providing referrals. Typical concerns include:

• - Low employee involvement in referring candidates.
• - Difficulty in transitioning referrals into actual candidates for open positions.

Research indicates that fostering an environment where employees feel motivated to refer candidates is key to overcoming these obstacles. Companies that succeed in consistently generating connections with excellent engineering talent benefit from understanding the nuanced environment that encourages employee cooperation.

Key Ingredients for Success

The upcoming seminar focuses on several points essential for enhancing referral recruitment within engineering sectors:

• - Creating a motivating environment: Discussing ways to foster a workplace culture where employees are enthusiastic about contributing to the hiring process.
• - Designing candidate experiences: Identifying what potential candidates value in their decisions to join a company and ensuring a positive journey throughout the recruitment process.

Companies that have effectively leveraged their referral systems will share their success stories, providing practical examples of what works and what doesn’t. This initiative seeks to bridge the gap between having a referral service and realizing its potential.

Seminar Details

Date and Time:

September 24, 2026

• - Slot 1: 10:00 - 11:00 AM
• - Slot 2: 1:00 - 2:00 PM
• - Slot 3: 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Registration Fee:

Free

Attendance:

Up to 100 participants (first-come, first-served basis)

Registration Platform:

The seminar will be conducted via Zoom. Interested participants can sign up here.

Program Agenda:

1. Opening and Speaker Introduction
2. Success Stories and Key Points from Major Companies
3. Creating an Attractive Environment for Referrals
4. Panel Discussion and Q&A Session

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is ideal for:

• - Organizations with referral systems that struggle to gather referrals from engineers.
• - Companies experiencing challenges in converting referrals into hires, particularly in preventing candidate drop-off.
• - HR professionals aiming to gain practical insights on how to integrate both engineering and referral recruitment strategies.

Featured Speakers

• - Yuka Ashikawa - CEO of Hackazook Rain Company

A seasoned professional in engineering recruitment, Yuka began as a system engineer and transitioned to recruitment consultancy. Her insights stem from a uniquely positioned background that combines hands-on experience in engineering and recruitment.

• - Takumi Shimizu - President of Will of Partner

With a track record of building successful recruitment systems and solutions, Takumi leads the charge in developing innovative tools like Refcome to enhance recruitment strategies.

About Will of Partner

The mission of Will of Partner is to connect individual aspirations with organizational goals. Specializing in referral recruitment technologies, Refcome has facilitated the hiring processes for over 850 companies from startups to major corporations, ensuring bespoke recruitment strategies that align with their growth phases. For more information about Will of Partner, visit here.