Building an Innovative and Multi-Faceted Approach to University Recruiting

In the face of COVID-19, Legrand remained consistent in their recruiting efforts leveraging RippleMatch for both 2020 and 2021. In 2020, Legrand expanded its contract with RippleMatch to include multiple divisions across the US. Recognizing the need for diverse talent on a platform that's virtual was and is crucial to the success of Legrand's Talent pipeline. Legrand also enhanced their virtual experience which included company culture and virtual office tour videos, as well as testimonials from program alumni.

Crafting a Standout Candidate Experience

The EIC recruiting team at Legrand understands the importance of the candidate experience all the way from the initial application to the offers being extended. A few ways the Legrand team creates this positive experience is through their interview process (being diverse, thoughtful and allowing candidates the opportunity to ask questions along the way). Legrand recognizes that the candidates are interviewing the company as well! Not only will they interview with the company panel, Legrand sets them up to speak with current EIC associates to ask about their experiences at organization. Legrand has internal recap meetings after every panel interview, ensuring that they are hiring the right person for the job. Everyone on their diverse panel (they select individuals from various departments and divisions to participate) must agree 100% on the hire. When Legrand communicates the offer, they explain the process of selection in great detail – making sure the candidate knows that all 15 people agreed on them! Post-interview the company sends the new associates a care package with swag and sets them up to speak with different leaders to keep them engaged until their start date. Legrand recognizes, especially in today's environment, the importance of "high touch" to keep retention.

Moving the Needle on Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of Legrand's values and growth strategy and play an important part the company’s success. The company leverages the diversity of their employees across the organization—and the world—to help achieve the goal of transforming the spaces where people live and work, including their very own. Legrand ensures professional equality and equitable treatment for all employees, but particularly of women, racial and ethnic minorities and LGTBQ associates. Each Legrand entity shares this commitment, which forms the basis of diversity charter, in accordance with its specific characteristics. Legrand's aspiration is not only to mirror the diversity of the communities where they operate, but to provide a positive employment experience for all Legrand associates and to lead and advocate for a better shared future. Legrand has implemented several policies as well as created an Executive Committee solely focused on Diversity.