About CV Key
CV Key is your fast track to finding the right candidates. Upload multiple CVs in PDF or DOCX format, type in up to three keywords, and instantly get a ranked shortlist of candidates who best match your requirements.
How It Works
- Upload CVs — Add multiple CVs in PDF or DOCX format.
- Enter Keywords — Type up to three job titles, skills, industries, or other must-have criteria.
- Rank Candidates — Instantly see CVs ranked by keyword relevance.
- Review, Select & Share — Go from hundreds of CVs to a shortlist in minutes, ready for submission to hiring managers or clients.
Typical process from screening to candidate submission takes under 1 hour — saving up to 80–90% of your time compared to manual review.
Benefits
- Massive Time-Saver — Cut the whole shortlisting process (from initial screening to sending candidates to the hiring manager) from days to hours.
- Precision Matching — Instantly focus on the top 5% of a large pool of candidates.
- Faster Submissions — Reduce candidate submission time by up to 70%, allowing you to respond to hiring managers same-day.
- Simple Interface — No training needed; upload CVs, enter keywords, get results.
- Scales With You — Handles both small roles and large recruitment drives effortlessly.
- Bias-Free Filtering — Results are based purely on keywords, aligning job requirements with verified CV experience.
- Consistent Process — Apply the same criteria across roles for a fair, repeatable screening process.
At a Glance — Typical Impact
| Scenario | Time Taken |
|---|---|
| Manual screening — 300 CVs × 2 min each | ~10 hrs |
| With CV Key — Upload & rank, review and choose from the top 5% | < 1 hr |
Time Saved: ~80–90% less time screening candidates. Example throughput: 300 CVs processed in under 60 seconds.
Pro Tips for Best Results
- Use exact skill names or common abbreviations.
- Combine job title terms and technical for precision. E.g for a Claims Business Analyst in the Insurance Sector, search 'business analyst, insurance, claims'.
- With this tool, you can post a job ad in the morning, shorlist candidates by 1pm, and have them submitted to your client by 3pm same day.