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Key Recruitment Concepts & Definitions

Applicant Tracking System (ATS): A software application designed to streamline the recruitment process by managing job postings, candidate applications, resume parsing, and communication with candidates.


Candidate Sourcing: The process of finding and attracting potential job candidates through various channels, such as job boards, social media, and networking.


Job Posting: A listing of a job vacancy within an organisation, including details about the position, responsibilities, qualifications, and application instructions.


Candidate Profile: A digital record containing information about a job applicant, including their contact details, resume, cover letter, and other relevant documents.


Resume Parsing: The process of extracting structured data from resumes or CVs to populate candidate profiles automatically.


Job Board Integration: The capability to post job openings to various online job boards and websites.


Job Template: A pre-designed format or structure for job postings, making it easier to create consistent and appealing job listings.


Candidate Screening: The initial evaluation of applicants to determine if they meet the basic qualifications for a job.


Interview Scheduling: The feature that allows recruiters to set up and manage interviews with candidates, often integrated with calendars.


Assessment: Tests integrated into the software to evaluate a candidate’s skills, personality, or suitability for a role.


Custom Workflows: The ability to define and automate recruitment processes based on the organisation’s specific needs.


Integration: Integration is the process of connecting and combining different software to work together seamlessly.


Career Page: A section on a company’s website dedicated to showcasing job openings, company culture, and opportunities for potential candidates to apply for positions.


Marketplace: A platform within Xeople recruit CRM where job openings can be posted, and candidates can browse and apply for available positions.


Application Form: A structured digital form that candidates fill out to apply for a job, containing fields for personal information, work history, and qualifications.


User Roles and Permissions: Assigning specific access rights and privileges to users to maintain data security.


Talent Pool: A database of potential candidates who may be considered for future job openings.


Feedback and Collaboration: Features that enable communication and feedback among team members involved in the hiring process.


GDPR Compliance: Ensuring that all candidate data collection and processing within the Xeople recruit CRM align with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to protect the privacy and rights of individuals.


Data Enrichment: The process of enhancing candidate profiles with additional information, such as social media links, skills, or certifications, to improve candidate matching and assessment.


OWASP Web Application Security: Adhering to security guidelines and best practices outlined by the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) to protect the Xeople recruit CRM from web-based security threats and vulnerabilities.


Onboarding: The process of integrating a new hire into the organisation, which may include paperwork, training, and orientation.


Pipeline Management: The ability to track and manage candidates at different stages of the recruitment process, from sourcing to hiring.


Mobile Accessibility: The availability of mobile applications or mobile-responsive interfaces for recruiters and candidates.