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KeywordDefinition

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1st Interview DateOptional date picker that can be used to provide information on the career site if required.

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2nd Interview DateOptional date picker that can be used to provide information on the career site if required.

A

Access RightsDetermines which areas of the system that the user can access.
Account SummaryQuick count display of candidates and live vacancies managed by the system.
Account User ListingLists all users with access to your system.
ActionsButton that opens set of batch action tools to process mutiple candidates at the same time.
ActivateButton in job listing that changes the job's status to 'live'.
Activity FeedReal time listing of all candidate, recruiter, referee and system activity.
Additional FormOnline form used to capture extra information about a candidate's application.
Agency FeeThe commission charged by an agency for supplying a new employee (usually % of salary).
Agency UserAn individual within an Agency Supplier who can submit candidates for vacancies assigned to them by HR.
Agency WorkflowThe process that agency candidates follow during application and through the recruitment stages.
Answer RuleSearch Talent Bank by multi-choice questions / answer combinations.
App FormOpens a new tab that shows the candidate application process for the workflow.
App IdA unique number that is allocated to an individual candidate's application.
Application DateThe date and time when the candidate submit their completed application form.
Application IdA unique number that is allocated to an individual candidate's application.
Apply UrlA unique link for each candidate source on a job that candidate's click to apply.
ArchiveRemoves the item from your active list view.
AssignmentVacancy assigned by HR to an agency supplier inviting them to submit candidates.
Awaiting Activation JobsVacancies that have been prepared and are pending release.

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CandidateAn individual that has applied for a vacancy.
Candidate Additional FormOnline form that lets candidates add extra information about themselves.
Candidate Application FormThe online form submitted by a candidate during their initial application.
Candidate ListingList of candidates that have applied for a specific vacancy.
CandidatesDedicated area to manage candidates that have applied for specific vacancies.
Candidates On HoldCandidates that have been placed on hold within the recruitment process.
Characters Only Text BoxComponent used to capture text answers with characters only.
Checkbox AnswerComponent that allows the user to tick from several available answers.
Client ReferenceOptional free text box that allows you to associate an internal reference with a vacancy.
Closing DateOptional date picker that will stop candidate applications after this date.
Closing TimeOptional free text box that allows you to specify a closing time on the closing date (format 17:00).
ComponentAn individual element of an online form (e.g. a heading, a free text box, a drop down menu etc.).
Component TypeDetermines the purpose of the component within the form.
Contract Start DateOptional date picker to capture the intended start date for the new vacancy.
Copy CandidateTalent Bank feature that allows candidates to be copied to a new vacancy.
Countries DropdownComponent that adds a pre-filled dropdown of countries to an online form.
Created ByDisplays the name of the HR Administrator that created the item.
Currencies DropdownComponent that adds a pre-filled dropdown of currencies to an online form.
Current StageShows the current stage that a candidate has reached.

D

DashboardHR Administrator summary page of recent hiring activity.
Degree ClassificationComponent that adds a pre-filled dropdown of degree classes to an online form.
Disable LoginStops a user from accessing the back office system.
DisqualifyIf ticked on an answer, the candidate will be rejected from the application process.
Document TypeAssociates a type with a job file (e.g. job description, location map).
DropdownComponent used to force users to pick from a selection of dropdown answers.

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Education GroupComponent that presents candidates with a horizontal grid to add their education details.
Email Address Text BoxComponent used to force candidates to input a correctly formatted email address.
Email LibraryDedicated area to store email templates that are used during the recruitment process.
Email ListingListing of all email templates that are available for use in the recruitment process.
Email PasswordSends email to user with new password.
Email TemplateUnique email content that can be sent manually or automatically to the recipient.
External WorkflowThe process that external candidates follow during application and through the recruitment stages.

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File Upload ComponentComponent that allows users to upload a file to the system.
Files LibraryDedicated area to store files that may be shared with candidates during the recruitment process.
Files ListingListing of all files that can be shard with candidates during the recruitment process.
FilledButton in job listing that changes the job's status to 'filled'.
Filled JobsVacancies that have now been filled and are not now active.
Form LibraryList of all additional forms used by your organisation.
Form ListingListing of all additional forms that are available for use in the recruitment process.
Form PropertiesEditable page that determines the name of the form, it's description and the form's type.
Form TypeDetermines which type of user is expected to fill in the form.
Free Text BoxComponent used to capture short text answers.
Free Text RuleSearch Talent Bank by words or phrases mentioned in candidate applications.
Future Only Date PickerComponent that opens a calendar for the user to pick a future date from.

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GradeA star rating for each candidate to indicate employment potential.
Grade RuleSearch Talent Bank by the grading assigned to candidates by recruiters.
Group ComponentAdds a pre-determined set of questions onto a form.

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HeadingComponent that adds a heading in large, bold font into an online form
Highest QualificationComponent that adds a pre-filled dropdown of qualification levels to an online form.
Hire DetailsInformation about headcount requirements that is integrated into the Hiring Report.
Hire LocationOptional dropdown selector to capture the job location of the new vacancy.
Hire SkillsOptional picker to nominate desired skills for the new vacancy.
Hiring ManagerAn individual user with access to vacancies allocated to them by HR.
Hiring Manager FromOnline form used by hiring managers to add information to a candidate's application.
HoldButton in job listing that changes the job's status to 'on hold'
Hr AdministratorAn individual user with access to the HR system back office.
Hr ContactPerson in HR that is overseeing the recruitment for the role.

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HR Contact Email Address

Email address of the person in HR that is overseeing recruitment for the role.

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Hr Contact NumberPhone number of the person in HR who is overseeing the recruitment for the role.

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HR Contact Number

Phone number of the person in HR that is overseeing recruitment for the role.

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Hr Email AddressEmail address of the person in HR who is overseeing the recruitment for the role.

I

ImageImage file that can be inserted into an online form.
Image ComponentComponent that allows an image to be inserted into an online form.
Incomplete JobsVacancies that have not yet been prepared for release.
Information LabelComponent that adds information text in bold font into an online form.
Internal WorkflowThe process that existing employees follow during application and through the recruitment stages.

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Job Advert TextText that appears on your vacancy pages for candidates to read.
Job CategoryList of standard industry sectors used by most jobsites.
Job ContactContact details that can be displayed to candidates onscreen an in email correspondence.
Job DetailsKey details that are used in your website's vacancy listing pages.
Job FilesJob related files that can be downloaded by candidates when applying for the role.
Job IdA unique number that is allocated to an individual vacancy.
Job RoleSet of job families that the vacancy is associated with and used to filter jobs and reports.
Job TitleDetermined by HR and can be amended in the Job Details tab of the job editor.
Job TypeIdentifies if the job is full time, part time, interim etc.

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Large Text Box AreaComponent used to capture long text answers.
Last ModifiedShows the date and time that the item was last edited.
LayoutDetermines if the answer box sits adjacent to or below the question text.
LibraryDedicated area to store files, templates and processes to manage your recruitment process.
Live JobsVacancies that are actively recruiting but have not yet been filled.
Location RuleSearch Talent Bank by candidate proximity to a specific post code.

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Memberships GroupComponent that presents candidates with a horizontal grid to add their memberships.
Merge DocumentsA Word document that includes merge fields that will be populated by the system.
Merge TagAssociates an answer with a tag that is used to merge the answer into emails, files and reports.

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National Insurance NumberComponent used to force candidates to input a correctly formatted UK NI number.
Nationalities DropdownComponent that adds a pre-filled dropdown of nationalities to an online form.
Numbers Only Text BoxComponent used to capture text answers with numbers only.

O

On Hold JobsVacancies that have been placed on hold by HR.
Options BarSet of context related tools that are accessed when clicking on a list item.
Ordered Bullet ListComponent that adds a numbered bullet point list to an online form.
OverviewOpens a new tab that shows the workflow recruiter stages including all forms and emails.

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Paper Form WorkflowAllows candidates that have supplied a hard copy application form to be processed by the system.
Paragraph Of TextComponent that adds information text in normal font into an online form.
Past Only Date PickerComponent that opens a calendar for the user to pick a past date from.
Percentage RateThe standard commision charged by an agency supplier based on % of starting salary.
Postcode Text BoxComponent used to force candidates to input a correctly formatted UK postcode.
PreferencesTool that allows you to update details, change password and your wallpaper.
PreviewOpens a new tab that shows the item in full.
Preview EmailOpens a new tab that shows the email template.
Preview FormOpens a new tab that shows the online form.
Previous Employment - FullComponent that presents candidates with a set of questions relating to previous employment.
Previous Employment GroupComponent that presents candidates with a horizontal grid to add their qualifications.
ProgressMoves a candidate's application to the next stage of the recruitment process.

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Qualification GroupComponent that presents candidates with a horizontal grid to add their qualifications.
Quick AddressInstantly adds the full address for any of your locations.

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Radio ButtonComponent used to force users to pick from a selection of radio button answers.
RatingA score that a candidate has achieved based on desireable criteria questions.
Rec FormsButton in the candidate options bar that opens the recruiter forms panel for HR users.
Record CardContains all information relating to a candidate's application for a role.
RecruiterAn authorised person within the organisation that is responsible for hiring staff.
Recruiter FormOnline form used by recruiters to add information to a candidate's application.
RefereePerson supplied by the candidate who can be approached for a reference.
Referee FormOnline form that is filled in by the candidate's referee to capture their reference.
Registration WorkflowAllows candidates registering their interest in your company to be processed by the system.
ReinstateFeature that allows a rejected or on hold candidate to return to active candidates.
RejectRejects a candidate's application from the recruitment process.
Remove UserDeletes a user from the system.
ReportsDedicated area to access reports and analyis across the organisation.
RequiredIf ticked, this forces the user to answer the question before submitting the form.
Requisition FormVacancy request form filled in by a hiring manager.
Response DomainURL used for candidate applications and recruiter login.
Response Email AddressEmail address used to send automated email to candidates, recruiters and referees.
RestoreReturns the item to the active listing view.

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Salary DescriptionMandatory free text box in Job Details that shows the salary & benefits for the role.
Salary RangeOptional free text box that shows the appropriate pay scale for the role.
Screening FormOnline form completed by a hiring manager to screen candidates.
Search RulesFilters used to search for candidates within the Talent Bank.
SettingsDedicated area to manage users and agency suppliers.
Short DescriptionAllows a short job précis to be displayed to candidates on the career site if required.
Skill Level DropdownComponent that adds a pre-filled dropdown of skill levels to an online form.
SourceThe name of the source of the candidate's initial application (e.g. Career Site, TotalJobs, LinkedIn, etc.).
Source TypeIndicates source type the source belongs to (e.g. Jobsite, Social Media, Newspaper etc.)
SourcesShows how many sources have been allocated to an individual vacancy.
Specific Date PickerComponent that opens a calendar for the user to pick a specific date from.
StageAn individual stage on a workflow that candidates will pass through during the hiring process.
Stage GroupDetermines which tab in the candidate listing that candidates at this stage will appear under.
Stage TypeAssociates a type with a stage that helps the system to report activity and current status.
SubmissionCandidate supplied by an agency supplier
SummaryOpens a new tab that shows a narrative summary of the workflow recruiter stages.

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TagTag that is used when during searches to for quick identification.
Talent BankSearchable database of potential candidates that would like to work for your organisation.
TasksDedicated area to manage personal tasks, activities and deadlines.
Template DetailsEditable page that determines the name of the template, it's description and the source type.
Terms & ConditionsDisplays the standard terms of business for an agency supplier.
TestOpens a tab that displays the application form for an individual vacancy.
Tooltip TextAdds informative 'hover over' text to a question in an online form.
Training GroupComponent that presents candidates with a horizontal grid to add their training history.

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Uk Counties DropdownComponent that adds a pre-filled dropdown of UK counties to an online form.
Universities DropdownComponent that adds a pre-filled dropdown of UK universities to an online form.
Unordered Bullet ListComponent that adds bullet point items to an online form.
User RoleDetermines user’s system access level of either HR Administrator or Hiring Manager.

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VacanciesDedicated area to manage vacancies across the organisation.
VacancyAn individual job that is currently unfilled.
Vacancy ListingList of all vacancies that have been managed through the system.
VideoEmbedded video code that can be inserted into an online form for the user to watch.
Video ComponentComponent that allows a video to be inserted into an online form.

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WallpaperChangeable background image to personalise your Reach back office screens.
WithdrawAcknowledges that a candidate has withdrawn themselves from the recruitment process.
WorkflowA defined set of stages that candidates pass through or are rejected from during the hiring process.
Workflow LibraryDedicated area to store application forms and recruitment stages for all of your vacancies.
Workflow ListingListing of all workflows that are available for use in the recruitment process.
Workflow PropertiesEditable page that determines the name of the workflow and it's description.

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Yes No DropdownComponent that saves recruiters from adding 'Yes' and 'No' to a dropdown question.
Yes No Na DropdownComponent that saves recruiters from adding 'Yes', 'No' & 'N/A' to a dropdown question.
Yes No Na Radio ButtonComponent that saves recruiters from adding 'Yes', 'No' & 'N/A' to a radio button question.
Yes No Radio ButtonComponent that saves recruiters from adding 'Yes' and 'No' to a radio button question.
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