Observed Signal · Jul 7, 2016 · Hiring · Source: OnlineMarketing.de · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral

Lengow HR Director outlines transparent recruitment process

Executive Signal Summary

Lengow, the French market leader in e-commerce feed management, shared insights into its hiring approach in an interview with OnlineMarketing.de. Christilla Chapelain, Lengow’s HR Director since 2014, notes the company’s growth from 50 employees in 2014 to two offices in Nantes (85 staff) and Paris (55 staff) with a multicultural environment and about 20 nationalities. Lengow serves over 3,500 merchants across 45 countries, reflecting its global footprint. The interview outlines a transparent recruitment process: a clear job offer, an initial profile-based screening, a 15-minute phone interview to align expectations, and a face-to-face interview with HR and the potential manager, with COO involvement for senior roles. Recruitment channels include XING for German speakers, LinkedIn, agencies, Indeed, and employee referrals. Key attributes for candidates include knowledge about Lengow and the digital sector, a positive attitude, motivation, and the ability to articulate future contributions, all while maintaining authenticity and confidence.

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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding

  • Lengow is the French market leader in E-Commerce Feed Management.
  • Lengow was founded in 2009 and serves more than 3,500 merchants in 45 countries.
  • Lengow has two offices: Nantes (85 employees) and Paris (55 employees).
  • Christilla Chapelain has been Lengow's HR Director since 2014.
  • Recruitment channels include XING for German speakers, LinkedIn, agencies, Indeed, and employee referrals.
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Direct Origin Attribution
Primary Reporting: OnlineMarketing.de•Published: Jul 7, 2016
Original Coverage Title: “"We want to be as transparent as possible so that the applicant knows exactly what to expect" - Christilla Chapelain, Director HR Lengow - OnlineMarketing.de”

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