“78% of job candidates say overall candidate experience is an indicator of how a company values its people.”

Our team recently sponsored a Social Recruiting Strategies Conference in Philadelphia. Professionals met to learn and share strategies about sourcing and hiring the best talent.

One of the hottest topics was candidate experience and employer brand. According to statistics, a poor apply process and follow-up plan can really hurt a company’s reputation. It is also important to note that 78% of job seekers say that the overall candidate experience is an indicator of how a company values its people. This means that a company needs to make sure that the application process is smooth and easy to navigate, and that the follow-up process is timely and effective. If a company fails to show their candidates that they value them, it can lead to a negative reputation and deter potential candidates from applying in the future.

Here are 4 important points:

1) 80–90% of talent says a positive or negative candidate experience can change their minds about a role or company.

2) 60% of job seekers report they have quit an application due to its length or complexity.

3) 80% of job seekers say they would not reapply to a company that didn’t notify them of their application status.

4) 65% of job seekers say they never or rarely receive notice of their application status.

With recruitment tools like applicant tracking, Teams can avoid all of the above pain points while creating a positive experience for all job seekers. Applicant tracking systems streamline the hiring process, making it easier for companies to keep candidates informed about the status of their application. By automating the recruitment process, companies can provide a more personalized experience for job seekers while reducing the amount of time it takes to fill open positions.

With applicant tracking systems, companies can quickly review applicants, provide timely feedback, and ensure that no one slips through the cracks. This can help create a positive experience for job seekers, increasing the likelihood that they will apply for future positions.

How applicant tracking can help

1) Applicant tracking software (ATS) provides mobile-friendly career pages and applications. This allows all candidates to apply seamlessly using any smart device; helping promote a positive experience.

2) Although some companies may prefer a short and sweet apply process, others require a longer process to gather more data. Either way, the ATS you use should always offer customized application options.

3) With the right software, sending a status update can be completely automated. Respect the time and effort of your talent and send them a friendly email keeping them updated. Even if you are sending a rejection letter, data shows this is better than no response

4) Automation doesn’t have to mean cold and impersonal. Using an ATS,  allows you to customize emails to include details about the position and company culture. This can help create a strong connection with the candidate even if they are not selected for the position.

5) when using an ATS, you can create a centralized database of all job applicants. This allows you to easily access and manage all data related to the hiring process, such as resumes, cover letters, and references.

6) Having a streamlined system is not only beneficial to the employer, but it can also help the applicant understand the hiring process and their progress in it more clearly.

7) ATS software can also feature an interview scheduling system, which allows employers to send the most convenient time for an interview to the job candidate. This saves time and effort for both the employer and the applicant.

8) Finally, use the insights from your ATS to optimize your recruitment process. From tracking the source of applications to finding trends in hiring, ATS can provide valuable insights to improve your recruitment process.