IT talent: how can you attract and retain the best profiles?
Developers, cloud experts, data or cybersecurity specialists: qualified IT profiles are among the most sought-after on the market. For companies, the challenge is no longer just recruiting: it is about securing the quality of profiles, ensuring successful onboarding and retaining talent that is constantly being approached.
Define the need clearly
Successful recruitment starts with a clearly formalised need: essential technical skills, project context, team environment, duration and working arrangements. A precise brief attracts the right candidates, speeds up selection and limits hiring mistakes.
The right profile combines the expected skills, a genuine fit with the project and the follow-up that allows them to perform at their best.
What attracts IT talent
Beyond pay, IT consultants pay particular attention to the following criteria:
- Challenging technical projects that help them grow
- A fast and transparent recruitment process
- Flexible working conditions, including some remote work
- Career development and training opportunities
- Regular follow-up and genuine attention
Guaranteeing the quality of profiles
A consultant’s quality cannot be measured by their CV alone. It relies on a combination of verified technical skills, adaptability and soft skills that fit the team. This is why a structured assessment is essential:
- An in-depth interview on background and motivation
- A technical assessment led by a subject-matter expert
- Systematic reference checks
- An evaluation of fit with the client context
Follow up and retain over time
Onboarding does not end on day one. A review in the first weeks, regular exchanges with both the consultant and the client, followed by formal assignment reviews, help anticipate issues and adjust quickly.
This follow-up is also a powerful retention lever: support for skills development, access to training and certifications, and recognition of the work accomplished. A consultant who is supported and valued is a committed consultant.
The DEFTECH approach
At DEFTECH, every need is handled by a dedicated account manager who analyses it in detail with you. We then select profiles rigorously, drawing on our own talent pool and a network of more than 100 partner companies.
Throughout the assignment, we provide close follow-up with both you and the consultant. This method allows us to quickly offer operational consultants and build lasting partnerships.