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SCIENTIFICALLY BASED METHODOLOGY

Developed based on Scientific Research

Employee Survey including Family-Friendlyness Check

Hello,

We are conducting an anonymous survey on behalf of your employer. Please take a few minutes to answer the questions (about 5 to 10 minutes)! Please fill in the empty text fields in such a way that they do not contain any information that could be used to disclose your identity or the identity of another person.

Thank you for your participation.

 

1. Overall, I am satisfied with my employer.

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

2. Our Company…

can be recommended because of its products/services. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
is an organization that I am proud to work for. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
uses feedback as motivation for improvement. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

WORKPLACE AND WORKING CONDITIONS

3. In our company…

I am satisfied with my career and advancement opportunities. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
I can balance work and family life well. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
our working hours are flexible (possibly only when needed). ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
I am adequately paid. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
performance and successes are recognized. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
I feel informed about the developments and strategic direction of the company. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
I feel encouraged to contribute my own ideas and suggestions for improvement. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
suggestions for improvement from employees are reviewed and implemented as much as possible. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
I am satisfied with the working conditions. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
feedback is encouraged and expressed, regardless of management level. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

4. Does something about/with your employer bother you?

○ No, nothing bothers me.
○ Yes, I would like to see … (Text)

5. Please think back to when you started your current position: Your overall satisfaction with your employment compared to then has …

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

WORK SITUATION

6. How do you rate the following statements?

Strongly agree Agree Somewhat agree Agree less Somewhat disagree Strongly disagree
I am able to make the decisions I need to perform my daily work. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
I would describe my work as varied and interesting. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Employee performance is evaluated regularly. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
I consider the performance evaluation as fair. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
As part of my job, I also have the opportunity to make my own decisions regarding the execution of my work. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
I have a good understanding of the internal processes in our organization. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Work objectives are realistic and can be met. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Overall, I am satisfied with my job. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Within the team, the flow of information works well. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

EDUCATION AND SHARING OF EXPERTISE

7. How do you rate the following statements?

Strongly agree Agree Somewhat agree Agree less Somewhat disagree Strongly disagree
I have the necessary knowledge for my daily work. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Continuous training of employees is encouraged in our company. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
I have enough time to keep my working knowledge up-to-date. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
I receive sufficient support for new requirements of my work. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

TEAMWORK / WORKING ENVIRONMENT

8. In our company…

Strongly agree Agree Somewhat agree Agree less Somewhat disagree Strongly disagree
there is a positive working atmosphere. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
it is not a matter of assigning blame when mistakes are made; instead, solutions are sought. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
the competence of the individual counts, regardless of age, gender, or origin. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
personal initiative and responsibility are important. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
it is possible to talk openly about problems or problematic issues. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

SUPERVISORS AND MANAGEMENT

9. The flow of information between employees and managers works well.

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

10. My direct supervisor(s)…

Strongly agree Agree Somewhat agree Agree less Somewhat disagree Strongly disagree
says what they do and does what they say. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
is open to ideas and suggestions. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
encourages independent working and can motivate people to do the same. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
formulates clear, realistic goals and sets priorities. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
expresses appreciation for good work performance. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
allows criticism of themselves. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

OVERALL SATISFACTION

11. How do you rate the following statements?

Strongly agree Agree Somewhat agree Agree less Somewhat disagree Strongly disagree
I would recommend our company as an employer. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
I like working for our company. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
I am happy to commit myself to our company. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
If I had to do it over today, I would apply for a job at our company again. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
I would like to continue working for our company in the future. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

12. Have you already, or would you, recommend your employer to others?

○ Yes
○ No

FAMILY FRIENDLINESS

13. The topic of family friendliness is important for our company.

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

14. Our company allows parents and/or employees with care responsibilities to balance work and family life.

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

15. Our company allows parents and/or employees with care responsibilities to balance work and family life.

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

FAMILY FRIENDLINESS

16. In our company, it is easy for me to reconcile my work and family life.

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

17. My direct supervisor supports me in balancing my work and family life.

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

18. I would recommend our company as a family-friendly company.

  • strongly agree
  • Agree
  • Somewhat agree
  • Agree less
  • Somewhat disagree
  • Strongly disagree

FINAL FEEDBACK

19. Do you have suggestions for improvement that you would like to share with your employer?

[ Text ]

20. How would you rate your employer?

Rating

21. Do you have suggestions for improvement that you would like to share with your employer?

[Text]

Thank you for your participation. Please click on “Next”.

Trusted by Top Employers Worldwide

The Top Employer certificate is part of an international network of quality standards and employer seals. This network uses a consistent, science‑based methodology to certify employers in different countries and industries.

Top Employer USA
Award badge: 'Top Arbeitgeber 2022/2023 – Sehr Gut' with five gold stars and a small ÖIQP logo.
Top Employer germany

See What Certified Top Employers Say

Organizations across different industries use the Top Employer Certificate to communicate workplace quality, attract qualified candidates, and gain valuable insights from employee feedback.

“We are delighted to have been recognized once again as a top employer…This award helps us in attracting new employees.”
Dominic Müller , Managing Director
“We are continuously working to improve our employer benefits and bring about real change. …The employer seal helps us in our recruitment efforts.”
Simon Rose, Managing Director

“We are proud to be recognized as a TOP employer in the field of interpreting services and feel affirmed in our commitment.”

Daniel, Managing Director

What Is the Top Employer Certificate?

The Top Employer Certificate is an independent employer seal that confirms your company as a highly recommended place to work. It is awarded through a structured HR interview and a representative employee survey — not subjective ratings or purchased rankings.
Here’s what sets it apart.

How the Top Employer Certification Works?

The Top Employer certification follows a transparent, three‑step process, designed to provide both recognition and actionable insights.

Application & HR Interview

 

Your company sends basic information and then completes an online HR interview about your benefits, policies, and HR practices. This interview is usually handled by HR or management and takes around one hour, depending on company size.

Representative Employee Survey

 

All employees receive access to an anonymous, GDPR-compliant survey via personal link or QR code. It measures overall satisfaction and willingness to recommend your company as an employer — with core questions , with questions that can be slightly adapted to your organisation.

Analysis, Rating & Employer Certificate

An independent certification body evaluates both components — each counting 50% — and combines them into an overall score. Companies that achieve a strong result receive the Top Employer certificate and seal for 24 months, along with digital seal graphics, acrylic display stands, and a tabular survey evaluation for internal use.

The certified companies can use Top Employer seal across the website, job postings, social media, and recruitment campaigns — and put it to work where it matters most.

If your overall result isn’t strong enough, you can choose not to use the seal and only pay the survey fee. This is what keeps the Top Employer certificate credible — and why it means something when you display it.

Top Employer Certificates Around the World

The Top Employer certificate is part of an international family of employer seals that are available in multiple countries. This allows companies to use a consistent approach while working with local certification partners.

United States
United States
The Top Employer certificate helps companies in the US demonstrate workplace excellence and gain visibility in the job market. Certified organizations receive a Top Employer seal and can be listed on external results pages, increasing their reach with potential candidates.
Germany
Germany
In Germany, the Top Employer seal (“Top Arbeitgeber”) is based on a representative employee survey and a structured HR interview. Companies receive an employer certificate, seal graphics, and a detailed evaluation of employee feedback that they can use to improve working conditions.
Austria
Austria
In Austria and Switzerland, related employer certificates follow comparable, standardized criteria. These seals help organizations in those markets communicate their employer quality in a transparent and internationally aligned way.

What You Receive With a Top Employer Certificate?

Certification as a Top Employer includes both marketing assets and practical tools for HR and management.

Professionally designed graphics for digital and print use.

An official document confirming your successful certification.

Detailed insights into employee satisfaction and workplace perceptions.

Optional complimentary press release to help announce your award.

A dedicated online page showcasing your certification and methodology.

Marketing materials that strengthen your reputation as an employer of choice.

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