'Lazy and Mediocre' HR Team Fired After Manager's Own CV Gets Auto-Rejected in Seconds, Exposing System Failure

An entire HR team was terminated after their manager discovered and confirmed that their system automatically rejected all candidates - including his own application.

It's no secret that the job market has become increasingly competitive and the job search process can be daunting. Many applicants send out numerous applications without receiving a response unless they have connections who can help them secure a job.

Unsurprisingly, receiving rejection emails almost immediately after applying can be frustrating. This often indicates that no one has even reviewed your resume. In one manager's case, this was due to a ridiculous oversight that led to the termination of many employees.

The ATS, or applicant tracking system, has become a frustrating obstacle for job seekers, making the application process like throwing your resume into the ocean. There are several reasons for the "resume black hole," but often, it's due to the software's inability to recognise even minor deviations from the norm, such as resume gaps.

The integration of AI is making this problem worse, including exacerbating discrimination. A Reddit manager discovered a surprisingly simple error that was causing significant issues. Similar mistakes may occur frequently.

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