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WhatsApp Automation for Recruitment Candidate Screening

Screen candidates in minutes, not days. Automated application handling, interview scheduling, and offer management via WhatsApp.

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Message templates

Application Received

Trigger

CV/application submitted

Message

Hi {{name}}, thanks for applying to the {{jobTitle}} role at {{company}}. We have received your application and will review it within {{reviewDays}} business days. Reply REFERRAL if someone referred you.

Timing

Within 10 minutes of application

Screening Questions

Trigger

CV passes initial filter

Message

Hi {{name}}, your profile looks relevant for the {{jobTitle}} position. A few quick questions: 1) What is your visa status? 2) Expected salary in AED? 3) Notice period? 4) Available for interview on {{suggestedDates}}?

Timing

After initial screening pass

Interview Invitation

Trigger

Candidate shortlisted

Message

Hi {{name}}, congratulations! You have been shortlisted for {{jobTitle}} at {{company}}. Your interview is on {{date}} at {{time}}, {{location}}. Reply CONFIRM or RESCHEDULE. Dress code: {{dressCode}}.

Timing

Immediately after shortlisting

Offer Follow-Up

Trigger

Offer sent

Message

Hi {{name}}, we sent your offer letter for {{jobTitle}} to {{email}}. Please review and respond by {{deadline}}. Reply QUESTIONS if you need clarification on any terms. Looking forward to welcoming you!

Timing

Same day as offer email

Automation workflows

Candidate Screening

Trigger

Application received

  1. Acknowledge application and confirm receipt
  2. Send screening questions (visa, salary, notice)
  3. Score responses against job requirements
  4. Route qualified candidates to recruiter for review
Outcome

Pre-screened candidates delivered to hiring manager

Interview Coordination

Trigger

Candidate shortlisted

  1. Send interview invitation with details
  2. Collect confirmation or reschedule request
  3. Send reminder 24 hours before interview
  4. Collect post-interview feedback from candidate
Outcome

Interview scheduled with confirmed attendance

Offer Management

Trigger

Offer approved by hiring manager

  1. Notify candidate of offer
  2. Share offer details and deadline
  3. Answer questions about package and benefits
  4. Collect signed offer or negotiate counter-offer
Outcome

Offer accepted and start date confirmed

Instant Application Response

Every applicant acknowledged within 10 minutes. No more candidates wondering if their CV was received.

Automated Screening

Send screening questions about visa status, salary expectations, and notice period. Filter candidates before recruiter review.

Interview Scheduling

Shortlisted candidates pick interview slots in WhatsApp. Automatic reminders reduce no-shows to 7%.

Pipeline Labels

Auto-label candidates: applied, screened, shortlisted, interviewed, offered, hired. Recruiters see pipeline at a glance.

Document Collection

Collect passport copies, certificates, and references via WhatsApp for MOHRE work permit processing.

Multilingual Screening

Screen candidates in Arabic, English, Hindi, or Urdu based on the role and candidate language preference.

FAQ

Does it comply with MOHRE hiring regulations?

Yes. The system supports collecting information required for MOHRE work permits and follows UAE labor law communication standards.

Can it handle bulk hiring campaigns?

Yes. Broadcast job openings to candidate pools and process hundreds of applications with automated screening.

Does it integrate with our ATS?

We connect with Zoho Recruit, Bayt, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other ATS platforms used in the UAE market.

Can we send rejection messages too?

Yes. Professional rejection templates are included, with options to add candidates to a talent pool for future roles.

Related

Industries
RecruitmentStaffing & Manpower
Integrations
WhatsAppHubSpotGoogle Sheets
Use Cases
Recruitment ScreeningWhatsApp SupportEmployee Onboarding Automation
Automate
Employee OnboardingLead QualificationVisa Application Tracking
Blueprints
New Hire Onboarding 30-60-90Inbound WhatsApp to CRMEmployee Referral Program

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