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#1 Employee Referral Tool
Turn Referring into a habit at your company.
Imagine your employees adopting the habit of regularly referring top talent from their network so you can fill every second or third role with a referral.
Sprad asks the right employees, simplifies referring, motivates and syncs everything with your ATS.
The biggest untapped potential in your recruiting strategy!
Establishing employee referrals as the main channel in recruiting has an enormously positive effect on the quality of applicants, recruiting costs, time-to-hire, employee retention, and much more.
Old School without Sprad
Employees are not informed about open positions
The referral process is difficult for all involved
No quick success experiences
Error-prone, manual administration process
Hardly any referrals
The new way with Sprad
Regular, individual communication
Intuitive "One-Click" referral process
Quick, motivating successes
Referral program on autopilot in synchronization with your ATS
Hire up to 50% via referrals
"The most successful HR project we implemented yet"
Sprad Customer (Logistics)
Fill positions faster
+30%
Shorter time-to-hire
Referred candidates are 55% faster to hire than those found through job portals.
Improve candidate quality and retention
9/10
Employers see referrals as the best source for above-average candidates.
Lower recruiting costs
+25%
Cost savings
82% of employers achieve the best ROI comparatively through referrals.
Transparency and Measurability
Ensure transparency and measurability for each referral
GDPR-Compliance
Guarantee a fully GDPR-compliant and scalable employee referral program
ask
No additional tool! Communicate where employees already are
Sprad proactively asks for referrals where employees are online daily: Microsoft Teams, E-Mail, Slack, WhatsApp, SMS, or their employee app.
"You can do incredibly exciting things with Sprad—especially for blue collar workers. I would have loved to invent it—but unfortunately, I didn't."
Sarah Böning
Talent Centric, Ex-Head of Talent Acquisition at MHP
simplify
Super simple "One-Click" referral process
Employees can easily refer people directly via an individual referral link or share the position on social media. The referral process is simple, fast, and GDPR-compliant for all involved.
"The rollout to thousands of employees went off without a hitch — no questions, no complaints. Sprad is really very easy to use."
Kim Allendörfer
Employer Branding & Recruiting
motivate
Long-term motivation through direct recognition
Through quick successes (gamification) and congratulations from other colleagues (community). Allow employees to collect points for intermediate successes like applications or interview invitations.
"I really appreciate that Sprad exists. You can see that something actually happens with my referral, and I also like the gamification approach with the points system. It’s great that not just hires are reward."
Sprad User
Klein Aber
sync
Put your referral program on autopilot
Automatic synchronization with your ATS (jobs & applications). Save high manual administration effort and use your time better.
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sprad = Game Changer
Sprad addresses the biggest remaining challenge of digital referral programs: the active participation of all employees (Desk & Non-Desk).
5x Higher Usage than Alternative Solutions
Alternative providers or ATS modules usually focus only on the referral program process. Sprad focuses on the active participation of employees. Thanks to a user-friendly platform and direct communication via Microsoft Teams, Slack, WhatsApp, etc., Sprad achieves significantly higher active usage by employees.
Built for all employees - including Non-Desk Workers
Employees without PC access cannot be reached via email or additional apps. Therefore, we have developed a specially optimized version for employees without PC access: employees can easily participate in the referral program via WhatsApp or SMS.
#1 Employee Referral Software for Enterprise
Multi-tenancy, Multi-Language Capability, the highest Standard for IT Security and Data Protection, SSO, and Integration with most Enterprise Applications make Sprad to the perfect choice for large organizations.
AI Network Suggestions from
Employees receive suitable candidates from their LinkedIn network suggested. A game-changer for knowledge workers.
Lightning-fast implementation and expert coaching
Our expert team will guide you so that you’re up and running in no time — from setup to rollout and beyond.
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+120 Referrals in the first 3 months
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Which group of employees are you looking for a solution for?
Simple Pricing for Maximum Return on Investment
Sprad grows with your business.
Light
For small teams looking for an easy way to leverage referrals.
€ 199 / mo
Only for contracts signed by Q3 2025
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Included
up to 75 users
up to 20 Referrals / year (approx. 3-6 hires)
30-minute setup call + self-service onboarding
10+ ATS integrations
Participation via email
Participation via Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp, SMS, Slack (+ € 100)
Gamification
Core Most Popular
For mid-sized companies looking to automate & scale referrals.
€ 999 / mo
Included
up to 250 users
up to 100 Referrals / year (approx. 15-30 hires)
Implementation with a dedicated account manager + 3 onboarding workshops
ATS integrations with all major systems (integration fees may apply)
Participation via email, Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp, SMS, Slack
Gamification
LinkedIn network matching
Pro
For companies looking to unlock the full potential of referrals.
€ 1.499 / mo
Included
up to 500 users
Unlimited referrals
Implementation with a dedicated account manager + 3 onboarding workshops
ATS integrations with all major systems (integration fees may apply)
Participation via email, Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp, SMS, Slack
Gamification
LinkedIn network matching
Up to 3 entities
Enterprise
For corporations needing custom, scalable solutions.
On Request
Included
Everything from Pro
Unlimited users
Additional entities
Advanced role & permission management
Enterprise onboarding
Your people are your business
Ensure both are successful - with Sprad.
Employee Referral Tool Implementation Guide
Employee Referral Tool Implementation Timeline
1. Strategy Workshop & Setup (Week 1-2)
Dedicated Success Manager conducts three comprehensive workshops covering communication strategy, reward structure, and platform configuration. Includes ATS integration and corporate design adaptation.
2. Pilot Launch & Testing (Week 3)
Soft launch with select employee groups to test communication channels, referral processes, and system integrations. Fine-tune settings based on initial feedback and usage patterns.
3. Company-Wide Rollout (Week 4-6)
Systematic rollout across all employee segments with targeted communication campaigns. QR code registration for non-desk workers, Microsoft Teams integration for office staff.
4. Optimization & Scaling (Month 2-3)
Continuous optimization based on engagement metrics and referral success rates. Regular feedback calls with Success Manager and implementation of best practices from similar organizations.
Employee Referral Tool Success Metrics
Based on implementations across 100+ organizations, companies using Sprad as their primary employee referral tool typically see significant improvements within the first 12 months.
- 35% - Average registration rate in first 6 months
- 0.75 - Referrals per employee annually
- 25% - Referral-to-hire conversion rate
- 70% - Monthly active user rate
Sprad: Referral Tool
Fact Sheet
Why Choose a Digital Employee Referral Tool?
Manual referral programs typically achieve less than 15% of hires through employee recommendations, while companies using a comprehensive employee referral tool can reach 40-50% of their hiring through referrals. The key difference lies in systematic engagement and process automation.
- Automated communication via Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp, and SMS
- Individual employee targeting based on skills and network
- Gamification system with points for intermediate successes
- Direct ATS integration eliminating manual administrative work
- GDPR-compliant process with enterprise-grade security
Employee Referral Tool for Startups, SMBs & Enterprise
Unlike basic referral modules in ATS systems, Sprad's employee referral tool is specifically designed to scale with organizational complexity, offering differentiated solutions that address the unique challenges and resource constraints across company sizes from early-stage startups to multinational enterprises.
Startup-optimized Referral Tool - Core automation, email and Teams participation, gamification system, and ATS integrations starting affordable for teams up to 75 employees at €199/month
SMB-optimized Referral Tool - Multi-channel communication via Teams, WhatsApp, SMS, integration to 10+ major ATS systems, plus LinkedIn network matching and advanced gamification for long-term motivation
Enterprise-ready Employee Referral Software - Multi-tenancy for holding companies and subsidiaries, ISO 27001 certified server infrastructure, advanced role management, and custom integrations to SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, and other Enterprise HR systems
Referral Tool for Non-desk Worker - WhatsApp and SMS participation for manufacturing, retail, logistics, and healthcare employees without email access or PC workstations, with QR code registration and simplified mobile interface
Beyond Traditional Employee Referral Tools
While most employee referral tools focus solely on process automation, Sprad addresses the core challenge: sustained employee engagement. Our approach goes beyond simple job posting distribution.
- Unconscious Network Activation: AI suggests relevant contacts from LinkedIn networks that employees wouldn't naturally consider
- Communication Channel Optimization: Reaches non-desk workers via WhatsApp/SMS where traditional tools fail
- Behavioral Psychology Integration: Gamification elements that create habit-forming referral behaviors
- Community-Driven Recognition: Peer-to-peer congratulations system that builds referral culture organically
Your intro to Sprad
In this short meeting, we want to understand your challenges and potential and show you our solution based on this analysis.
FAQs
Why do I need extra software for my referral program?
In our experience, manual referral programs have 4 hurdles:
- Employees are not aware of the open positions in the company.
- The manual process is much more time-consuming for employees and HR and often not DSGVO-compliant.
- Due to the long process of hiring, direct feedback is missing, and employees quickly lose motivation.
- Only a small part of the actual network of employees is used.
This is exactly where Sprad comes into play:
- Employees are continuously informed about new job postings.
- The job can be shared with one click, and the application lands immediately in the HR system.
- Intermediate successes are rewarded individually.
- Our Network Matching helps to reach the previously unused unconscious network.
For which HR systems is integration possible?
Sprad is already connected to the most popular systems: Personio, Onlyfy, Lever, Greenhouse, SuccessFactors, and more. We are also constantly working to enable connections to other systems. You can discuss your software solution directly with us in the Info Call.
Is an adaptation to my corporate design possible?
Yes, the interface, including logos, colors, text suggestions, and more, can be customized to fit your corporate design.
Which languages are available
By default, Sprad is available in German and English. Other languages can also be added on request, which may incur additional costs for translation.
How does Sprad prevent abusive behavior?
Sprad offers several ways to increase the quality of recommendations and make abusive behavior unattractive:
- The dynamic point system rewards recommendations the further they advance in the application process. Therefore, an unqualified recommendation is simply not profitable.
- Direct feedback can be given for each recommendation.
- Network matching helps employees find qualified contacts with a direct connection.
- In a serious case, points can be canceled retrospectively, and people can be excluded from the reward system.
How fast can Sprad be implemented?
Your Sprad platform is ready to use in 1-2 weeks. However, we recommend our customers allow 4-6 weeks lead time for settings, communication, and technical integration.
Is Sprad's Network Matching compliant with the GDPR?
We have worked out the responsible handling of personal data with one of the leading data protection law firms and had it approved. We only use publicly available data, like Google does. We only use publicly available data, like Google, and data from professional platforms such as LinkedIn. We are happy to share the respective document upon request so that you can see for yourself.
What are the advantages of referral recruiting?
- Via recommendations, employees are found much faster, and vacancies are filled more quickly.
- As a result, the cost per hire is reduced by up to 86%.
- Recommended employees remain 25% longer in the company on average and are significantly more productive and trained more quickly.
What are the advantages of a referral program via SMS and WhatsApp?
Participation via SMS and WhatsApp is especially successful for companies with many commercial employees, as it allows people without email or PC access to participate in the recommendation process.
We use the messaging app daily. We are used to it, so we usually do not block push notifications. This makes it easier to reach employees than by comparison with a dedicated APP, which is quickly muted and forgotten.
If the employee wants an app, the mobile web solution can also be displayed as an app icon on the end device, completely without downloading.
How useful is Sprad for international companies with multiple locations?
Sprad is also suitable for international companies. The greater the potential, the more employees and open company positions. The software can also take individual locations into account for individual bonuses.