How do I reject a candidate that has been submitted via an agency?

Rejecting candidates requires clear communication to maintain good agency relationships.

Steps to reject a candidate:

1. Open the candidate's profile

   

2. Click Disqualify

   

3. Choose the reason of disqualification from the drop down menu.

   

4. Add specific feedback or note.

   

5. Save the decision

Information to include when rejecting a candidate

1. Primary reason for rejection:

   • Skills mismatch

   • Experience level

   • Cultural fit

   • Salary expectations

   • Location requirements

   • Timeline/availability

2. Specific details:

   • Which critical requirements were not met

   • Where experience fell short

   • Which skills were missing

3. Constructive feedback:

   • Areas of strength

   • Specific improvement points

   • Whether to consider for future roles

Best practices:

• Be professional and objective

• Avoid personal comments

• Focus on job-related criteria

• Provide actionable feedback

• Maintain compliance with discrimination laws

Important: The agency will be automatically notified when you reject their candidate.

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