Add Or Import Candidates
Create candidate profiles and capture sourcing details so submissions stay organized.
RecruiterLast updated February 3, 2026
Purpose
Candidate profiles are the source of truth for submissions, notes, and verification status. Accurate profiles improve decision quality and reduce back-and-forth.
This guide explains how to add candidates, capture sourcing context, and ensure required fields are complete. It also calls out what information is useful before submitting.
Use this workflow whenever you source a new candidate or need to update an existing profile before submission.
Who This Is For
Recruiters
Prerequisites
Recruiter access to Candidates.
Candidate contact details and resume or profile data.
Steps
- Open Candidates and select Add Candidate.
- Enter contact info, role preferences, and sourcing notes.
- Attach resume or supporting documents if available.
- Save the candidate and confirm they appear in your list.
What Happens Next
The candidate becomes available for submissions. Verification status and relationship tracking may apply.
Screenshot Placeholders
Add candidate form
Candidate creation form with contact fields.
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Candidates list
Candidate list with status and verification badges.
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Tips
Keep candidate profiles updated before submission.
Use notes to capture sourcing context or consent status.
Troubleshooting
Symptom: I cannot add a candidate.
Likely cause: Missing recruiter permissions.
Fix: Ask a company admin to confirm your recruiter role.
Likely cause: Missing recruiter permissions.
Fix: Ask a company admin to confirm your recruiter role.
Symptom: Candidate details are incomplete.
Likely cause: Required fields were skipped.
Fix: Edit the candidate to complete required fields.
Likely cause: Required fields were skipped.
Fix: Edit the candidate to complete required fields.
Related Pages
Reference
Verification status: Indicates whether a candidate is confirmed and eligible for submissions.