Idealo Referral Bonus Program

Idealo offers an attractive referral bonus program to encourage employees to refer talented individuals to join their team. This program is particularly beneficial for those with networks in tech and product roles, though it extends to other positions as well. Here's a detailed breakdown of the referral bonus structure, along with some estimated numbers to provide a comprehensive overview.

Tech/Product Roles

Bonus Structure

• Software Engineers/Developers: Employees can earn up to €2,500 for successful referrals.
• Product Managers: A referral can fetch a bonus of €2,000.
• UX/UI Designers: Successful referrals in this category are rewarded with €1,800.
• Data Scientists/Analysts: Referrals in these roles can earn a bonus of €2,200.

Estimated Timeline

• Referral Submission: Once a candidate is referred, the recruitment team takes approximately 2-3 weeks to evaluate the application.
• Interview Process: The interview process typically spans 4-6 weeks.
• Onboarding: After an offer is made and accepted, onboarding usually takes another 2-4 weeks.

Payment Schedule

• The referral bonus is paid out in two installments:
  • 50% upon the new hire's successful completion of the probation period (usually 6 months).
  • The remaining 50% is paid after the new hire completes their first year.

Other Roles

While tech and product roles are prioritized, Idealo also values referrals for other positions:

Bonus Structure

• Marketing & Sales: Successful referrals can yield bonuses of €1,500.
• Human Resources: Employees can earn up to €1,200 for referrals.
• Customer Support: Bonuses for these roles are typically around €1,000.

Estimated Timeline

• Referral Submission: 1-