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How to Update a Candidate’s Language

Summary

 If you have the necessary permissions to access a job and the Hire Pipeline, as well as the permission to edit candidates, you can update a candidate's language. You can either select a language from a drop-down menu or type and add a new language if it is not already listed. Once updated, the new language will be reflected across the system wherever the candidate's profile is accessed.

In this article

  • Before You Begin
  • Step 1: Access the Candidate Profile
  • Step 2: Edit the Candidate’s Profile
  • Step 3: Update the Candidate’s Language
  • Step 4: Save the Changes

Before you begin

  • You must have the necessary permissions to access the Hire Pipeline and the relevant job.
  • Ensure you have the edit candidate permission. If you do not have these permissions, please contact your system administrator.

Step 1.Access the Candidate Profile

  1. Log in to your system.
  2. Navigate to the Hire Pipeline for the relevant job.
  3. Locate the candidate whose language you would like to update.
  4. Click on the candidate card to open their profile.

Step 2. Edit the Candidate’s Profile

  1. On the candidate’s profile, click on the action button (usually represented by three dots or an options menu).
  2. From the dropdown menu, click on "Edit Candidate".
  3. This will open the Edit Candidate pop-up window.

Step 3.Update the Candidate’s Language

  1. In the Edit Candidate pop-up, you will see a field for languages.
  2. To update the language, you have two options:
    • Select a language from the drop-down list of available languages.
    • Type the language you want to add, and press Enter to add it to the list if it's not available in the drop-down.

Step 4. Save the Changes

  1. Once you've added or updated the language, click Save to apply the changes.
  2. The new language will now be reflected across the system in the candidate’s profile.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How can I update a candidate’s language?

You can update a candidate’s language by navigating to their profile in the Hire Pipeline, clicking the "Edit Candidate" option, and either selecting a language from the drop-down menu or typing a new language and pressing Enter. Once edited, click Save to update the profile.
 

2 .What happens after I update the candidate’s language?

Once updated, the new language will be reflected across the system wherever the candidate's profile is accessed. The updated language will be visible to all users who view the candidate's profile.

3. Do I need special permissions to update a candidate’s language?

Yes, you must have the edit candidate permission in the Hire Pipeline. If you do not have these permissions, please contact your system administrator to request access.
 

4. Can I add a language that’s not in the drop-down menu?

Yes, you can add a new language that’s not listed in the drop-down by typing it in the Languages field and pressing Enter. This will add the new language to the candidate’s profile.
 
 

5.What happens if I accidentally update the wrong language?

If you accidentally update the wrong language, simply follow the same process to correct it. Navigate to the candidate's profile, click "Edit Candidate", and update the language field. After making the correction, click Save to apply the changes.
 
 

6.Can I add multiple languages at once?

Yes, you can add multiple languages by typing each one in the Languages field and pressing Enter after each entry. This will add them to the candidate's profile.