Best ATS/CRM – UK folk

Subject: Seeking CRM/ATS Recommendations for UK Agencies

Hello everyone,

I’m eager to hear your thoughts on the CRM/ATS systems you use. We’re a 10-person agency currently considering Loxo, but I’d love to hear any other recommendations you might have. Please share the pros and cons of your experiences!

Thank you in advance!

AI in Recruitment – Is There a Better Way to Sift Through CVs?

Revolutionizing Recruitment: Can AI Streamline CV Screening?

The challenge of sifting through countless CVs for each job opening can feel overwhelming, particularly when many candidates aren’t the right match.

This got me thinking: could artificial intelligence be the solution? I initially created a simple workflow to accelerate CV screening, but it fell short in both accuracy and scalability. This prompted me to investigate more sophisticated solutions that could efficiently process thousands of CVs in mere moments while uncovering the exceptional candidates hidden within the pile.

For fellow recruiters, how do you manage the influx of CVs? Have you implemented any automation in your process, or do you still favor the traditional manual review?

I’d love to hear your insights, especially on what has proven effective (or ineffective) in leveraging AI for recruitment!

Advice on interview

Subject: Seeking Guidance on Final Interview with CEO

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for some advice regarding my final round interview with the CEO. Initially, I was told the position was mine, but now the hiring manager has requested that I meet the CEO, which has left me feeling uncertain. I understand that nothing is official until there’s a signed contract, but the way the hiring manager communicated has raised some red flags for me.

Additionally, the salary offered isn’t quite what I was hoping for, which adds to my skepticism about this role. Given all of this, do you think I should still go ahead with the interview?

I appreciate your insights! Thank you!

Which voice system is everyone using

Subject: Seeking Recommendations for International Calling Systems

Hello everyone,

I’m based in the UK and have recently launched my own recruitment firm. I’m curious to know which voice system you all use for international calls.

Most of my clients come from the UK, Singapore, New York, and Hong Kong, so I’m looking for the best and most cost-effective option. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

LinkedIn Recruiter Advice

Advice Needed for LinkedIn Recruiter Task

Hello everyone! I have a background in recruitment and am currently transitioning into sourcing and talent acquisition. I’m excited to share that I’ve secured a few interviews, and I’m now preparing for a practical task where I’ll be working with LinkedIn Recruiter next week. I will need to create a talent pool for a specific role, although I’m not sure what it will be yet.

I’m applying for a junior position that offers onboarding training, but the competition is tough. I know I need to stand out from the crowd. I’ve completed several tutorials and feel comfortable with the basics, but I’m looking for any additional tips or tricks. If you have any hacks, hidden features, or AI tools that aren’t typically covered in standard tutorials, I would greatly appreciate your insights to help strengthen my candidacy.

Thanks in advance for any advice you can share! 🙌

Graduate BDR Assessment Day

Graduate BDR Assessment Day

Hello everyone! I’m a UK internal recruiter, and I’m excited to share that I’ll be attending my second assessment day soon, organized by one of the recruitment agencies we partner with.

This event is geared towards recent graduates looking to begin their careers as Business Development Representatives.

I’d love to hear your insights on what you typically look for in candidates during these assessment days. What criteria do you recommend using for evaluating them?

Having participated in my first assessment day before, I want to make sure I’m even more prepared this time around. Thank you in advance for your tips!

Can’t get professional indemnity insurance?

Struggling to secure professional indemnity insurance?

Hello everyone, I recently launched my own recruitment agency focused on placing candidates in roles, mainly across the UK and US. However, I’m encountering a major hurdle: insurance providers are denying me coverage for professional indemnity as soon as they realize I have clients outside the UK.

The primary concern is that if a dispute arises, companies would prefer to litigate in their own jurisdiction. For instance, a US firm would aim to have any legal matter addressed in a US court.

This situation has left me quite confused, and I would sincerely welcome any guidance you could offer.

Usually, when I partner with companies, they provide me with a terms of business document upon registration. Since I have not yet onboarded any clients, I’m unsure about the legal implications of these documents, especially regarding the jurisdiction clauses.

Sourcing platforms subscriptions

Subject: Insight on Sourcing Platform Subscriptions

Good evening, recruiters!

I’m eager to get your opinions on a topic.

If your company offers access to a single sourcing platform, such as Indeed, would you consider investing in subscriptions to additional platforms to help fill more positions? Or would you prefer to solely utilize the tools your company provides? Looking forward to your thoughts!

Use of AI in resume and cover letters

The Role of AI in Crafting Resumes and Cover Letters

Hello, Reddit recruiters! I’d love to hear your opinions on using AI to generate resumes and cover letters for job applications. How likely do you think candidates are to succeed using this method? While the experience and education listed would be genuine, most of us aren’t professional resume writers. Customizing these documents for every job can be quite tedious. If we were to streamline this process with AI assistance before applying, do you think your systems would easily spot the difference?