Outstanding candidate journeys
Make applying a doddle with Reach’s flexible ATS candidate portal. With logins via socials, self-serve interview scheduling and regular updates, the candidate experience has never felt so engaging.
Candidate Experience
Because first impressions count
Keep them on track
Optimised for all devices and designed to allow applications to be completed over multiple sessions, the candidate experience with an ATS is anything but ordinary. Reach ATS automatically issues alerts and prompts to remind them of upcoming deadlines.
Tailormade applications
Adapt your workflows to your hiring needs with rapid apply, simple uploads, CV parsing and seamless integration with all major pre-employment checks.
Designed so everyone can apply
Make every step easy to use. Reach ATS is built so every candidate can read, navigate, and apply with confidence – from careers pages to applications and updates. Clear layouts, plain language, and considered interactions keep barriers low at every stage.
FAQs
What is candidate experience, and why is it important in recruitment?
Candidate experience refers to how job applicants perceive and interact with your recruitment process. A positive experience enhances your employer brand, increases the likelihood of high-quality candidates accepting job offers, and encourages future applications. Poor candidate experience, on the other hand, can harm your reputation and lead to lost talent opportunities.
How does Reach ATS improve the overall candidate experience?
Reach ATS enhances the candidate experience by streamlining the application process, offering clear communication, and ensuring a user-friendly interface. Candidates can easily apply through mobile-optimised platforms, receive timely updates, and complete tasks such as document submission or interview scheduling, ensuring a seamless journey from application to hire.
What features in Reach ATS make the application process more user-friendly?
Reach ATS offers mobile-responsive application forms, automated email reminders, and self-service candidate portals. These features allow candidates to track their progress, manage their application, and receive important updates, improving engagement and reducing drop-off rates.
How does Reach ATS facilitate timely communication with candidates?
The platform automates key communication steps, such as confirmation emails, interview invitations, and status updates. This ensures candidates are always informed and feel valued throughout the recruitment process, reducing frustration and confusion.
Can Reach ATS help reduce candidate drop-off rates?
Yes, Reach ATS helps reduce drop-off rates by simplifying the application process, offering easy-to-complete forms, and providing quick access to relevant information. With built-in reminders and a user-friendly portal, candidates are less likely to abandon the process before completing their application.
Can candidates track their application status in real-time?
Yes, candidates can use Reach ATS’s portal to track their application status in real-time. This transparency reduces uncertainty and empowers candidates to manage their job search, improving satisfaction and engagement with your brand.
How does Reach ATS ensure a consistent experience across different hiring stages?
Reach ATS standardises key recruitment steps, such as document submission, interviews, and feedback. Automated workflows ensure every candidate receives the same level of communication and engagement, promoting consistency and fairness throughout the hiring process.
How does Reach ATS improve communication with candidates who didn’t get selected?
Reach ATS allows you to automate rejection emails while offering the option to personalise messages for specific candidates. This ensures candidates receive timely feedback and closure, enhancing your employer brand and encouraging future applications.
How does Reach ATS help improve the candidate experience for remote applicants?
Reach ATS provides a fully digital, accessible platform that supports candidates applying remotely. It enables virtual interviews, electronic document submission, and flexible application processes, ensuring a smooth experience regardless of location.