Utilising information economics and signalling theory, we examine the nature and
consequences of employer branding. Depth interviews reveal that job seekers evaluate the
attractiveness of employers based on any previous direct work experiences with the employer or in the sector; evaluations of the clarity, credibility, and consistency of the potential employers’ brand signals; perceptions of the employers’ brand investments; and perceptions of the employers’ product or service brand portfolio.
Keywords – Employer Branding, Recruitment, Brand Equity, Signalling Theory, Qualitative
Research