04/06/2026
There’s a lot of frustration right now around automated job rejections, with many candidates receiving responses before a human has even reviewed their application.
In some cases, companies rely heavily on ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems), which automatically reject CVs if certain keyword criteria aren’t met — meaning strong candidates can be overlooked before anyone has even seen their experience.
This is exactly why working with a trusted recruitment partner can be so valuable when searching for a new role. At Ernest Gordon Recruitment, we review every application — whether it’s the right fit for the role or not.
Too often, talented people are missed because their CV doesn’t fully reflect their experience, or the format doesn’t work in their favour.
AI absolutely has a place in recruitment and can support the process, but it should never replace quality recruitment and human judgement.
So, if you’ve received an automated rejection, don’t lose confidence. While some businesses may rely solely on systems, we don't. We value a human approach and take the time to properly review every CV.
