Max Reischl

Hi Max, thank you for taking the time to answer our questions!

What prompted you to join Checkmk?

I started at Checkmk in April 2022, but had already worked with the company for more than four years as an external headhunter. I observed that Checkmk has excellent sales, a very modern management approach, strong financial stability, and minimal turnover. Here, you're not just a number; you're treated as a person. I also appreciated the fact that all the employees are open and honest, creating a great internal atmosphere. Other reasons included flexible working hours, the option to work from home or hybrid and, of course, the very fair salary.

In summary, you can find a unique blend of these factors that is likely rare in this combination. Having worked as a recruiter before, I've encountered many companies, and Checkmk seemed to be ahead in the aspects mentioned above.

How was the onboarding process?

It was excellent! I quickly adapted and always received the necessary support. Everyone here is truly willing to provide assistance, share information, or even offer insights into their areas, regardless of departments and hierarchies. The entire process was carried out in a very pleasant manner and I had regular feedback sessions – top-notch!

What fascinates you the most about your work at Checkmk, and what are your responsibilities?

The fact that I wanted to focus on people-related matters and can do so 100%. Additionally, the workload is easy to plan and can be integrated well into my family life. Furthermore, I view recruiting as a highly critical area of responsibility since it lays the foundation for the company's future. Being part of this decision-making process makes me very proud. It's a sense of accomplishment to contribute to Checkmk's growth.

My tasks involve a good mix of work with applicants, administration, process-related questions, contractual issues, direct sourcing, creating advertisements, communicating with departments, meetings, and training. In addition, recruiting is constantly changing and always brings new challenges (AI, tools, etc.).

What does a typical workweek look like for you?

I usually start each day by checking emails, reviewing applications, sending out rejections, or scheduling interviews. Throughout the day, I typically conduct 2-3 interviews, which require some preparation and follow-up. Between appointments, I aim to coordinate with departments, allocate specific time slots to set priorities, and actively search for candidates and make contact.

I also leave room in my schedule to handle daily tasks such as contractual matters, process maintenance, job postings, budget issues, documentation or similar matters. Of course, the week is rounded off with team meetings on Monday and Friday or even spontaneous meetings when needed.

I mainly work from home (80%) but I visit the office once a week. I look forward to this day every week because I also enjoy the personal interaction.

What tools and technologies do you use in your team?

For recruiting, we use Personio. Besides that, we use lots of tools like Gmail, Slack, Zoom, Google, DeepL, Pascom, Gemini, Confluence, TestGorilla and the Office package for daily communication and organization. Apart from that, I use many recruiting and social media platforms, of course.