Data-Driven Hiring With Psychometric Job Analysis

The Right Person in the Right Role:

Stop using your gut feeling and subjective questions during the recruitment process The Quest Profiler® gives you the tools to make smarter hiring decisions using objective, data-driven insights into candidates' personality traits. Ensure every new hire is aligned with the specific requirements for job roles. By using job analysis and psychometric testing, you can reduce turnover, improve team performance, and make smarter hiring decisions.

Our advanced job matching reports offer a clear, visual representation of how candidates compare to your ideal role profile. Identify top talent efficiently by evaluating personality traits against job criteria.

Drive recruitment success with The Psychometric Portal® - where data meets decision-making. Start building your winning team today.

What is Job Matching?

Job matching is a systematic process of understanding and documenting a role's specific duties, responsibilities, and requirements. It goes beyond simply filling an open role; it's about finding the right person for the job. By aligning an individual's behavioural preferences with the specific requirements of a position, job matching increases the likelihood of employee success, job satisfaction, and long-term retention.

The Psychometric Portal® simplifies job matching by analysing data from The Quest Profiler®, a leading psychometric testing tool. This process enables employers to identify candidates' inherent behavioural tendencies as they relate to a role.

Harness the power of eras' psychometric job analysis tools to optimise hiring decisions and career development.

To complement role fit insights, you can separately explore organisational climate with our Culture & Engagement Questionnaire. While distinct from Job Match, cultural insight can help shape onboarding and retention strategies.

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How Job Analysis Tools Work:

Define the Ideal Role Profile:

  • Identify the key personality traits and behaviours required for success in a role.
  • Use our Job Analysis tool to select the most relevant Quest Profiler® scales.

Assess Candidates with The Quest Profiler®:

  • Evaluate candidates' workplace behaviours and preferences.
  • Gain deep insights into strengths, challenges and working styles.
  • Use psychometric testing to generate detailed narrative reports (available in multiple languages), supporting recruitment globally.

Generate Job Matching Reports:

Our platform offers a variety of reports to help you compare candidates' Quest Profiler® results to your defined ideal role profile:

Job Match Matrix

  • A concise, colour-coded overview comparing multiple candidates against the ideal role profile.
  • Quickly identify top performers and potential mismatches.

Integrated Selection & Recruitment Reports

  • View job matching data directly within the Quest Profiler® reports.
  • Get a holistic assessment of each candidate's personality and job fit.

Job Match Interview Guide

  • Structure interview framework based on psychometric job analysis.
  • Includes suggested questions, evaluation criteria, and note-taking space.
  • Ensures consistency and objectivity in interviews.

For deeper, evidence-based selection you can also utilise our assessment & development centres.

Benefits of Using Job Match

Improved Hiring Decisions

Use data-driven job analysis to match candidates to role requirements, reducing bad hires and improving employee retention.

Reduced Bias

Objective assessments help minimise unconscious bias in the hiring process.

Increased Efficiency

Streamline recruitment, reduce hiring time, and allocate resources effectively.

Enhanced Employee Development

Identify strengths and development areas for targeted training.

Improved Employee Engagement

Match employees to roles aligned with their skills and preferences.

Reduced Turnover

Hire candidates who fit both the job and company culture to reduce early attrition.

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Self-Designed Job Analysis Tools

If you already know what behaviours and competencies are important to the role you're trying to fill, creating a self-designed Ideal Role Profile will allow you to do so quickly.

The ideal Sten scores for any behaviours, styles, types, or competencies available in The Quest Profiler® can be included in an Ideal Role Profile. Once created, role summaries that define the role can be generated and provide a range of competency-based interview questions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Job Matching help me identify the right candidates? Job Matching streamlines your recruitment process by objectively comparing candidates' behavioural preferences with the specific requirements of a role. This helps you identify individuals who are more likely to be successful and engaged in the position, reducing the risk of mismatches and increasing the chances of long-term success.
Can I use Job Matching for internal mobility? Yes, Job Matching is a valuable tool for identifying potential candidates for internal promotions or transfers. By comparing employees' existing Quest Profiler results with the requirements of the new role, you can make informed decisions about who is best suited for the opportunity.
How does Job Matching benefit my organisation? Job Matching leads to improved hiring decisions, increased employee engagement, and reduced turnover. By making more informed choices about who to hire and place within your organisation, you can build stronger teams, enhance productivity, and create a more positive work environment.
How is Job Matching different from just looking at a candidate's personality profile? While personality assessments provide valuable insights, Job Matching takes it a step further by directly comparing those insights to the specific requirements of the role. This targeted approach helps you move beyond general personality traits and focus on the behaviors that are most critical for success in that particular position. It's about finding the best fit, not just identifying personality types.
Is Job Matching confidential? Yes, all data collected through the Quest Profiler and Job Matching process is treated with the utmost confidentiality. Only authorized personnel within your organisation have access to this information.
What if I need to assess candidates for a role that doesn't have a clear ideal profile? Our Job Analysis tools can help! If you're unsure about the specific behavioural traits needed for a role, our Job Analysis Questionnaire can guide you through the process of identifying the most important Quest Profiler scales and defining the ideal score ranges. This ensures that you have a robust and objective framework for evaluating candidates, even for less-defined roles.
How can I learn more about Job Matching? If you're interested in learning more about Job Matching and how it can benefit your organisation, we offer a variety of resources, including:
  • Request a demo: See the Job Matching tools in action and get a personalized demonstration of how they can help you.
  • Contact our sales team: Discuss your specific needs and get expert guidance on implementing Job Matching.
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