Frequently asked questions

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How does the 14 day free trial work?

The free trial is intended to give you a feel for using Occupop before subscribing. Your free trial starts from the time you sign up.

Can I use all the features during trial?

Absolutely. We want you to see the full advantages of using Occupop so we give you full access to our advanced plan with unlimited job posting.

How does the AI in Occupop work?

Powered by Baikal AI, the algorithm moves through millions of data points evaluating, categorising and recommending the most suitable talent fit for your job opening.

Is Occupop a job board?

No, Occupop is an applicant tracking system, or, in other words, an online hiring tool built for HR and Hiring Managers.

Are you GDPR compliant?

Yes indeed. We are 100% GDPR compliant and we have taken all the necessary precautions to protect your personal data. For further info please contact dataprivacy@occupop.com.

How many team members can I add to my account?

As many as you like. Occupop gives you unlimited users so that you can easily collaborate with as many team members as suits your hiring process.

Is Occupop an recruitment agency?

No, Occupop is a recruitment software built for companies looking to reduce their reliance on agency recruiters and take control of their hiring process in-house.


What are smart questions?

Smart Questions are a fantastic tool designed to help you screen candidates. You set the questions, you decide which response is most important. Our tool will score the candidates based on the parameters you set out. Result: The best, most suitable candidates are prioritised in your hiring flow for you to review.

Can I use my job credits for premium boards on Occupop?

Of course. Occupop is integrated with many free and premium job boards. Linking your credits is very simple and is a one time integration. There are instructions on how to link each board within the Occupop settings.

How many users can I have on Occupop?

There is no limit of the number of users you can have on Occupop.

Is Occupop an ATS?

Occupop is a cloud-based applicant tracking system that facilitates and manages the hiring process all from the comfort of one platform. It requires no download or installation, simply sign up online using your name, email and company name.

Will my team need training?

We focus on simplicity and ease of use. That’s why all you need to get started with Occupop is a 20 minute online demo and you’re ready to get hiring. We have a dedicated support team ready to answer your questions through our chat facility within Occupop.

How do I link my careers page?

Linking your careers page is simple. From within your settings you can copy a code snippet which is pasted into the HTML on your careers page. A member of the Occupop team will be happy to assist you with the set up.

Do I lose a job credit when I close a job?

No, by closing the job you will release the credit for use on another job post.

What is a live job?

A live job is an open job that you are actively hiring for. The live job may be shared across multiple recruitment channels and candidates can be moved along your hiring workflow. Once a job is archived it is considered closed.

How long does account set up take?

On average account set up takes no longer than 30 minutes. All you need to do is add your jobs, set up your team and create your careers page and you’re ready to go. If you require more advanced set up we will assign an account manager to help you get up and running. 

I’d like to speak to someone about Occupop - who can I contact?

A member of the Occupop team would be more than happy to assist you with any queries you might have. Fill in the contact form to request a call back on our contact page.

What kind of hiring reports can I generate?

With Occupop you can report on many aspects of your hiring process, including, but not limited to: Source Tracking, Time to Hire, Pipeline Performance and User Performance.


How does Occupop reduce my time-to-hire?

There are lots of features to help automate time consuming administrative tasks giving you back the time to focus on what’s important. Our customers also boast over 55% reduction in CV screening time thanks to the assistance of our AI CV screening.

What level of support do you offer?

We offer a range of support options from support centres and online chat to phone support and a dedicated account manager. See our pricing options for more information on support services.

Who is the typical Occupop user?

Occupop is built for companies that want to take control of their hiring process and reduce cost and time spent on recruitment. Our typical users are HR and hiring managers who manage a high volume of applications on a day to day basis.

Where is Occupop data stored? Is it secure?

Occupop hosts its product infrastructure with multi-tenant, outsourced infrastructure providers. The physical and environmental security controls are audited for SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 compliance, among other certifications. All data is stored within the EU.

What are the main features of Occupop?

For a full list of our features check out our how it works page.

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