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For Hiring Managers

Stop drowning in AI-generated applications

See what candidates can actually do before you see their CV. Cut through the noise and find authentic talent faster.

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250+

Average applications per role in 2026

75%

Of candidates now use AI to apply

44 days

Average time-to-hire (and rising)

The hiring challenge

Traditional screening is broken. Here's what you're facing.

Without FirstLook

  • Hundreds of identical AI-polished CVs to review
  • No way to tell who can actually do the job
  • Wasted interviews with unqualified candidates
  • Unconscious bias from names and backgrounds
  • Months-long hiring processes

With FirstLook

  • See actual work samples before reviewing CVs
  • Authenticity signals reveal genuine engagement
  • Interview only candidates who've proven ability
  • Skills-blind review reduces unconscious bias
  • Cut time-to-hire by up to 40%

Why hiring managers love FirstLook

Everything you need to find the right person, faster.

See skills first

Review work samples before you see names, schools, or companies. Judge candidates on what they can do, not where they've been.

Authenticity signals

Our technology detects genuine engagement vs. AI-generated responses. Know who really put in the effort before you invest your time.

Faster decisions

Stop wasting time on lengthy CV reviews. Get straight to what matters and make confident hiring decisions in half the time.

Diverse talent pools

Skills-first assessment naturally surfaces talent from non-traditional backgrounds. Find great candidates you'd otherwise miss.

Role-specific challenges

Choose from our library of skills assessments or create your own. Test exactly what matters for your specific role.

Data-driven insights

Track your hiring funnel with clear analytics. See what's working and continuously improve your process.

How it works for you

Four simple steps to better hiring.

1

Create a challenge

Set up a skills assessment relevant to your role. Use our templates or create your own.

2

Share the link

Add it to your job post or send directly. Candidates complete it before applying.

3

Review work first

See anonymized submissions with effort signals. Judge skills, not backgrounds.

4

Reveal and hire

Unlock full profiles of your top candidates. Interview with confidence.

Common questions

How long do candidates spend on assessments?

Our challenges are designed to take 15-30 minutes. Long enough to demonstrate real skills, short enough to respect candidates' time. You can also set custom time limits.

What if we have unique role requirements?

You can create fully custom challenges or modify our templates. If you need something specific, our team can help you design the perfect assessment.

How accurate are the authenticity signals?

Our technology analyzes multiple behavioral indicators to detect genuine engagement. While no system is perfect, we significantly reduce the noise from AI-generated responses.

How do I share the assessment with candidates?

Every role gets a unique link you can share anywhere: job ads, LinkedIn, your careers page. Candidates complete the assessment before uploading their CV.

What happens to candidate data?

We take privacy seriously. Candidate data is encrypted, never sold, and candidates can request deletion at any time. See our privacy policy for full details.

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