Once you've posted a job on Arena, managing applicants and tracking candidate engagement is simple and streamlined. Arena gives you tools to review applications, monitor interest, and communicate with top candidates—all from one place.
📥 Step-by-step: Managing Applicants
1. Go to your Jobs Dashboard
After logging into your employer account, navigate to the “Jobs” tab and select the job post you want to manage.
2. View applicants
Click into your job listing to see a list of all applicants. For each applicant, you can view:
Their full profile, resume, and cover letter
AI-generated match scores
🗂 Organize applicants
Use these tools to stay organized:
Shortlist: Add promising candidates to a shortlist to compare later
Status updates: Mark applicants as “In Review,” “Interviewing,” “Rejected,” or “Hired” to track progress across your funnel
💬 Communicate with candidates
You can:
Send direct messages
Invite top candidates to apply
Follow up on applications with status updates or additional info
💡 Pro Tips
Set aside regular time to review new applicants so you don’t miss out on high-quality candidates
Use Arena’s match scores to prioritize candidates who best align with your job post
Keep candidates informed to create a great candidate experience and boost response rates